Assel Grant Services

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Grant Ethics: Organizational Capacity and Readiness Grant Ethics Session 3 of the Grant Ethics Series Issues of ethics abound when grant professionals examine their organization’s readiness to apply for grants.

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Aly Sterling Philanthropy

OCTOBER 4, 2023

The post Are you ready for Q4? We don't need to tell you that the last quarter of the year is a busy time for nonprofits and for-profits alike! Get our tips for finishing strong in 2023 and beginning 2024 with optimism and confidence. first appeared on Aly Sterling Philanthropy.

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Qgiv

JULY 14, 2021

to describe the development team’s feelings, but the question they all have is: “Are we really ready to do this?”. Your strategic plan should point to the need for the main component of your project. The post Is Your Nonprofit Ready for Capital Fundraising? Not sure your organization is going to experience these results?

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GrantNews

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Nonprofit Rural Youth Workforce Readiness Grants ! Moreover, these nonprofits will partner with workforce development boards, employer partners, and state and local education agencies to provide workforce readiness programs to rural youth. Government grants to nonprofits. Nonprofit Grants for Local Conservation Efforts!

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

This handy mission-control checklist guides your nonprofit through strategic planning, budgeting, audit preparation and compliance, technology decisions and more. Download your copy today, and get ready to reach unimaginable heights of success.

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Grant Consulting Services

APRIL 25, 2024

Defines Accountabilities It defines clear lines of accountability and timelines for achieving expected results on the agreed strategic initiatives. Provides a Framework for Ongoing Decision Making Since all decisions should support the strategy, the strategy and the strategic initiatives are the reference point for decision-making.

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Blackbaud

MAY 6, 2024

Always Start with the Mission in Mind Any good budgeting process should start with your organization’s mission and strategic plan. Work with the heads of each department to analyze expense history, review contracts for any automatic expense increases, and evaluate the strategic plan for any additional expenses to include.

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iGrantWriters

JUNE 12, 2023

The State Fire Training Programs align with Goal 5 of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Strategic Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-2024, which focuses on strengthening preparedness and resilience. The SFTSG enables state fire training agencies to select from a wide range of courses, with over 200 options available.

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Greater Giving

AUGUST 21, 2023

To reenergize your board and refocus their attention on your nonprofit’s priorities, use these best practices: Engage your board members in nonprofit strategic planning Empower board members to help with fundraising Create productive working relationships Your board is a powerful resource for your organization. Give personal gifts.

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Pamela Grow

MAY 2, 2024

You can manage a cash accounting system in a basic spreadsheet, which is helpful if your nonprofit isn’t ready to invest in specialized accounting software yet. Additionally, having an accrual accounting system puts your nonprofit in a better position to plan for—and achieve!—future future growth.

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Gail Perry Group

MARCH 28, 2024

Get ready to fire up your board members and put them into action. Plan big - add strategy discussions. Bring big-picture strategic planning issues into regular board meetings. In this situation, they are not just meeting for routine reporting and discussing; action needs to be taken on real issues now.

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Gail Perry Group

MARCH 26, 2024

Get ready to fire up your board members and put them into action. Plan big - add strategy discussions. Bring big-picture strategic planning issues into regular board meetings. In this situation, they are not just meeting for routine reporting and discussing; action needs to be taken on real issues now.

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Grant Professionals Association

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Are you ready to elevate your professional journey and significantly impact your field? This article dives into how mastering ethics, collaboration, grant research, strategic planning, building relationships, and prospecting for foundations can be a game-changer in your professional life.

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Blackbaud

AUGUST 12, 2024

3 Sessions for Strategic Planning with Raiser’s Edge NXT Tech Tango: Swaying with Style—Change Management for People Who Hate Change Moving to a new technology does not have to disrupt your operation if you utilize change management principles. Ready to start planning? Need answers? Set on booking your spot right now?

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DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

JUNE 23, 2023

Certainly, your mileage will vary depending on your organization’s grant readiness and fundraising goals, as well as the methodology your consultant employs to kick off the work. Second, everyone thinks their organization is grant ready. A good working relationship requires ongoing communication, shared resources, and joint effort.

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Tom Ahern

APRIL 23, 2024

You've got a crisp mission statement, a startling vision of a better tomorrow, a flashy-pants strategic plan. and that they absolutely made the right choice by agreeing to trust you, your promises, your mission, your vision, your strategic plan. File under: "Are we relevant?" Solving your case. Most respondents were U.S.

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Get Fully Funded

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Plus, your nonprofit won’t move forward to fulfill its mission without capable, smart leaders who understand their job and are ready to do it. Ideally, the Board and Executive Director will work together as partners to lead the nonprofit, especially on the strategic plan, fundraising, and overall evaluation of the organization.

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GrantNews

MAY 30, 2024

The combined efforts and strategic planning increase their chances of securing vital funds. Grants to export-ready small businesses to expand international export markets. In addition to the GrantWatch database, many organizations are now enlisting professional grant writers to craft compelling applications.

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CauseVox

AUGUST 10, 2021

You’re ready to make the good stuff happen, but how do you get started? Kelly is an excellent presenter, she was so well prepared, and her points were spot on – I DEFINITELY plan to take advantage of your and Kelly’s generous offers for a 20-minute consult regarding year-end fundraising plans.” ” FAQ.

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Blackbaud

JANUARY 17, 2024

Run trend reports and look at your organization’s strategic plan to see how your grant processes are likely to change over the coming years. Make sure you know what that will look like for your GMS, even if you aren’t ready for those features yet. Check out our guide for a smooth GMS implementation.

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Assel Grant Services

JULY 14, 2024

If the program aligns with the organization’s strategic plan and needs pilot funding or was designed in response to community needs within the scope of the organization, ethics aren’t an issue. Another grant readiness factor is whether the organization’s financial management practices are able to track and report on the use of funds.

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WT Grant Foundation

AUGUST 7, 2023

We don’t think of this process as just filmmaking: it’s about inspiring young people to become activists, building agency to understand systemic inequities, developing advocacy skills, career readiness, and improving their reading and writing through the art of making documentaries. What was your capacity-building goal?

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Qgiv

JUNE 13, 2023

Is equity embedded in your bylaws, in your strategic plan, or fundraising? Are you ready to include new people in the room? Most importantly, are you ready to invest the time to make changes and welcome them? Tips from The Board Pro: 1. Take a selfie! Take a good hard look at your board and how it functions. Transgender?

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amplifi

AUGUST 8, 2024

You’ll maximize your impact and drive your mission forward by setting clear goals, coming up with a strategic plan, and leveraging key fundraising opportunities like GivingTuesday. So, buckle up, stay focused, and get ready to make 2024 your most successful year yet!

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Grant Writing Made Easy

JUNE 5, 2023

If you’re ready to give AI a spin, I’ve got just the thing for you. Ready to dive into the world of AI and grant writing? **Learning**: As you use AI, you’ll pick up valuable grant writing skills. It’s like having a mentor who’s always there for you. Up for a Fun Challenge? Let’s do it together.

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Get Fully Funded

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Get ready to soak up all the goodness from these jam-packed 2023 fundraising articles. By growing your fundraising program in support of a strategic plan that calls for paid employees, your organization can make a bigger impact on the community and change more lives.

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AmpliFund

APRIL 24, 2023

Align projects with the organization's mission and strategic plan. Just remember to be flexible and be ready to adjust. Even the best-laid plans can change, and having a strategy in place for how you will realign your organization’s goals with your list can keep you on track.

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DonorSnap

AUGUST 7, 2023

You can create a lot of your content ahead of time, such as the copy and the images, so when it comes time to run your campaigns, everything is ready to go. Summer is the best time to put these together as you will have all of your data from the previous year ready to go, plus some extra time to put it together in a thoughtful way.

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Candid

MAY 31, 2023

This series features seven quick guides to support your professional success, including How to Find New Donors and Get Them to Give Again and How to Run a Strategic Planning Retreat. When it comes to making a difference in your life, this read will leave you feeling inspired and ready to tackle the issues you care about.

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Candid

MARCH 9, 2022

Sometimes, through our conversations, it’s decided that a nonprofit may not be the best fit for an idea, or that the organization has some more work to do before it’s ready to apply for a grant. These discussions are a valuable service in itself.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 23, 2024

Also, potential committee members will surely want to know what they are signing up before making a commitment, so it’s good to have answers to these questions at the ready. Another aspect of utilizing your advisory committee is involving them in organizational strategic planning.

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Just Write Grants

MAY 9, 2023

Preparing for a Site Visit from a Prospective Grant-maker You'll be ready to impress those funders with the right mindset and some strategic planning. Keep reading for expert tips and tricks to help you ace your next grant prospect site visit and , secure the funding you need to make a real impact in your community.

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Assel Grant Services

JANUARY 28, 2024

Your request should be ready to be submitted by early April, which is a quick turnaround. To make that process as smooth as possible, you can pitch a shovel-ready project that can be completed in one year. Successful projects are positioned as feasible, impactful, and self-sustaining.

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Blue Avocado

MARCH 5, 2024

As the founder, you may find yourself in conflict with others who seem too cautious, who want to stick with a plan that to you feels outdated or inadequate to the problem you confront. They may hew to an established strategic plan or question ambitious fundraising goals, for example.

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Blue Avocado

JULY 9, 2024

Anita Smart from Natic Esperanza Streamlining Bill Pay and Boosting Audit Readiness QuickBooks ® Online and Bill.com. However, the board was so used to everything being done “for free” that the very reasonably priced service of donations and donor management all in one was perceived as an extraordinary amount of money. (It

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Big Fundraising Ideas

APRIL 2, 2024

Assemble a team of enthusiastic volunteers who are ready to take on different roles: Project Manager: Oversees the entire operation, ensuring you meet your milestones. Start planning your next event, engage with your community, and remember: Every cookie dough tub sold brings you one step closer to achieving your goals. Ready to start?

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Think and Ink Grants

JANUARY 19, 2022

For example, your organization’s rhythm could look something like these series of activities ushering you from year to year: January: Have the Executive Director reach out to current and potential funders to share your Annual Strategic plan, communicate your goals for the year, and learn more about their goals for the year.

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