How Cultivation is Your Winning Writing Strategy
There are a couple of different ways to focus on getting funding. One of the most common ways is to wait for a funding opportunity announcement (FOA) and then quickly put a proposal together that suits the demands of the request for proposal (RFP). When it comes to government funding opportunities, this is the best […]
One for All and All for One – Team Development
What does strategic team growth look like? Google fundraising titles or nonprofit development team roles and you’ll discover well more than 30 different focus areas. Some of these include roles in donor stewardship, major gifts, grants, or monthly giving, while others include roles typically found in marketing or programming teams such as community relations, advocacy, […]
Evaluation Methods Funders Use to Measure Grant Success
Once grant funds have been allocated, reporting on the project’s success to the grantor becomes a critical part of the grant lifecycle. The grantor needs to understand how funds are being allocated, to ensure that both party’s goals and objectives are being met. The best way to optimize reporting is to include quantitative […]
Udemy Courses for Nonprofits & Grants Management (free and paid)!
If you’ve never taken Udemy courses before, you’re missing out! Udemy is an online content library full of helpful tools and resources to utilize in your personal and professional life. We’re not kidding — they have everything from learning how to knit to how to change a tire. For this article, we wanted […]
Setting Up a Successful Collaboration
QUESTIONS TO DETERMINE BEST COLLABORATION OPTIONS Who would you work with to make an extraordinary impact on your community? No one nonprofit can meet all the needs of a community or even a specific population within the community. It is part of the reason why there are more than 1.5 million nonprofits in the […]
How to Reach Out to Grant Funders Who Are ‘Invite Only’
The grant world is competitive, and private foundations are becoming selective in accepting grant proposals. Grants that are ‘invite only’ can feel intimidating for nonprofits, but they shouldn’t be written off completely! If you haven’t been ‘invited’ to submit a proposal, here are a few outreach strategies you can implement to bridge the […]
Core Principles to Cultivate Funder Relationships
1. RESEARCH FUNDER RELATIONSHIPS Whether foundation or corporate partner or individual donor, it is important to “know before you go” by researching before heading toward a relationship. Utilize online tools such as Guidestar/Candid, Foundation Directory Online (FDO), or Grant Advisor to learn about a funder’s giving patterns, planned philanthropy, and actual experiences of awardees. Similar […]
Tips for Building Your Nonprofit’s Value Proposition
Competition is tough in the nonprofit world. How do you stand out in a sea of nonprofits who are working towards the same mission? Cue, the value proposition. A value proposition is a short description of what your organization can provide in exchange for financial support. Writing a compelling value proposition starts with […]
The Grant Life Cycle Through a Grant-maker’s Eyes
In a recent post, we covered each stage of the grant life cycle from an applicant’s perspective. To bring this topic full circle, we thought it would be beneficial to highlight each stage of the grant life cycle through the lens of a grant-maker. While the stages of the life cycle remain consistent on […]
Signs It’s Time to Improve Your Grant Management Software
Grant management software is vital for a nonprofit’s workflow efficiency. However, this system should not be viewed as a one size fits all solution; poor organization and performance could be a result of an unfit management software. Below, we’ll discuss a few signs that indicate your current system isn’t performing well, and why […]
