The NonProfit Times

OCTOBER 22, 2024

FreeWill has acquired GrantAssistant, an artificial intelligence (AI)-driven platform designed to provide nonprofits and international development organizations with a proposal workflow toolkit that streamlines the grant application process. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. version launched in April of this year.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The Citi Foundation is accepting proposals for its 2025 Global Innovation Challenge to offer funds to nonprofits supporting youth employment.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 18, 2024

And new this year, if you’re looking to leverage generative AI, submit a proposal for the Pathfinder – Generative AI Award, inclusive of up to $200,000. The choice is yours and the possibilities are endless, so download application instructions today.

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The MatrixFiles

AUGUST 13, 2022

When proposing new initiatives, include the marketing and communications plan in the project budget. Most professionals budget for whatever technical or operational project they are proposing, e.g., a custom database application, a website redesign, etc. Her advice? Megan’s advice is brilliant.

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Candid

AUGUST 14, 2024

Greg Stanley at PEAK Grantmaking has argued that generative AI tools can streamline the grant application process by enabling grantmakers to summarize, categorize, and pre-screen applications and by making it easier for grantseekers to fill out application forms. Where do foundations stand on AI-generated grant applications?

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 21, 2023

Read our application tips and tricks to enhance your project proposal. The AWS IMAGINE Grant supports foundational IT projects as well as think big projects leveraging advanced services, with an opportunity for unrestricted funding up to $150,000 and cloud credits of up to $100,000.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 21, 2023

Read our application tips and tricks to enhance your project proposal. The AWS IMAGINE Grant supports foundational IT projects as well as think big projects leveraging advanced services, with an opportunity for unrestricted funding up to $150,000 and cloud credits of up to $100,000.

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Bloomerang

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

For those familiar with the process, developing an application for any type of financial support (grants, corporate sponsorship , contract, etc.) The clues are in the Request for Proposal (RFP) – let’s discuss! requires preparation, strategic thinking, technical writing, and research skills. What are funders looking for in the RFP?

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The NonProfit Times

JULY 8, 2024

As grant directors, managers, and writers you need to understand what you are writing about in your proposals, especially if you aren’t involved directly in the project or program development. Are you prepared to remind those who hold the answers – or the planning process – that you both want the same thing – a strong proposal?

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Candid

MARCH 1, 2022

It seems like you have to answer the same questions over and over in every grant proposal. And in longer government proposals, sometimes it seems like you have to answer the same question twice right in the same application! Transcript: Writing grant proposals is a time-intensive process, and it can often feel repetitive.

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 18, 2024

Part of the IMAGINE Grant program, funding will be provided to nonprofits pursuing scaled, repeatable solutions that directly accelerate mission through the purposefully application of Generative AI.

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Charity Village

AUGUST 22, 2024

Proposals will be evaluated by a Review Committee comprised of representatives from Disability Alliance BC and other BC disability or community service organizations, […] The post Applications now open for Accessibility Projects Grants for British Columbia-based not-for-profits appeared first on CharityVillage.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The application process is an organization’s first real look at how you work with grantees. A 10-page application doesn’t make sense—for the applicant or the reviewer—but you need enough information to know if you are making a good decision. Does the proposal include a detailed line-item budget ? Program Timeline.

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NonProfit PRO

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

IBM launched a new request for proposals for its Sustainability Accelerator, which will focus on AI solutions targeting sustainability.

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Candid

JANUARY 25, 2024

Last year, we shared our crowdsourced list of red flags that funders look for in grant proposals—the things that immediately reveal the weak points in an application and raise questions about the organization’s credibility. Not surprisingly, the question we got most in response to that article was: What are green flags for funders?

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The NonProfit Times

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

If the foundation’s top grant is $5,000 and you ask for $25,000, you’re waving a huge red flag. * Is it consistent with instructions in the application guidelines? The budget should mirror the proposal narrative. * Is it reasonable to support the program? The budget section of the proposal can be a huge plus or minus.

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Candid

JUNE 10, 2024

The significant role foundations play in advancing the social good underscores the need to incorporate equitable and inclusive grant application and review practices. Anonymizing the process not only streamlines the application for grantseekers but also decreases reviewers’ workload and burnout. charitable giving.

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Candid

MAY 18, 2021

Demonstrating credibility is one of the most important factors in a grant proposal. You may be surprised to learn that the budget in your proposal plays an important role in illustrating your organization’s credibility. Many funders look at your budget first, even before they read the narrative of your proposal. Transcript.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Writing a proposal for a project grant can feel like a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it doesn’t need to be a bewildering endeavor. In this blog, we will share the key elements of a typical project proposal and best practices for how to approach drafting each section to help you secure the grant you seek.

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NonProfit PRO

OCTOBER 23, 2024

FreeWill acquired Grant Assistant, an AI-based platform that aims to streamline the grant application process.

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Charity Village

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Proposals for government funders vary widely in complexity, length, and […] The post Government Grant Writing, Part 2: Tips for a successful application appeared first on CharityVillage. You have determined that your organization is eligible to apply for a funding opportunity and that applying is a good strategic decision.

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NonProfit PRO

MARCH 22, 2024

IBM is accepting proposals from nonprofits for its Sustainability Accelerator, focused on technology-driven projects for city resiliency.

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TechSpot

JUNE 20, 2024

BusinessKorea recently reported that Samsung Electronics approved a new "GPU Investment Proposal" earlier this year. Samsung's management committee ratified the proposal in March, marking the company's first significant investment in a GPU-related project in years.

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Blue Avocado

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Betsy Liley from Grateful Change Create a ‘Common Answer Library’ for Easier Applications Far and away, the biggest upgrade we’ve made to our grant writing at my organization is investing time in building and updating a “common answer library” on our shared drive. Good luck with your applications!

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The Verge

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

As my colleague Jay Peters and an excellent 2019 documentary explain, anyone can submit an emoji proposal to the Unicode Consortium. The proposal must convince the consortium that many people will use the emoji in a variety of ways. The Unicode Consortium application, however, continues to double as excellent science fiction.

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The Verge

APRIL 6, 2022

The US Army Corps of Engineers has closed a permit application for a proposed expansion of SpaceX’s Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas — a potential snag in the company’s plans to add new launch and landing pads to the area, as well as substantially grow the site. SpaceX proposed to modify its existing permit for an expansion.

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InfoWorld

JANUARY 31, 2024

The memory access methods of Java’s sun.misc.Unsafe class would be deprecated for removal in a future release of the platform, under a JEP (JDK Enhancement Proposal) afoot in the OpenJDK community. Of the class’s 87 methods, 79 would be removed.

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The NonProfit Times

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Understanding the specific requirements and limitations outlined in the grant application is crucial for developing a budget that aligns with the funders priorities and expectations. Develop A Detailed Project Budget A well-developed project budget is a key component of a successful grant application.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Since the Council on Foundations COVID-19 Pledge to loosen or eliminate grant restrictions was launched, nonprofits have reported more funders are streamlining or revising grant reporting requirements, reducing or eliminating funding restrictions, and streamlining application and proposal processes.

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InfoWorld

MARCH 25, 2024

To reduce application execution time, Java’s segmented code cache would be extended with an optional “hot” code heap to compactly accommodate a part of non-profiled methods, under a draft JDK enhancement proposal now floating in the OpenJDK community.

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The NonProfit Times

JANUARY 7, 2025

Collaborating on grant-funded projects, and particularly proposal development, is essential for nonprofits. However, fostering a productive proposal-building environment often presents scheduling and communication hurdles. Subject matter experts are often working beyond their capacity to manage their proposal duties.

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The Verge

JUNE 12, 2020

Clark County Commissioner Tick Segerblom tweeted a map last week that shows a proposed set of tunnels that would run west from the Las Vegas Convention Center (LVCC) to the Wynn and the Encore, hotel casinos owned by Wynn Resorts. Late Friday, The Verge obtained the both sets of applications , which can also be seen below.

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Charity Village

JANUARY 22, 2024

Mind & Life announced that applications are now open for the Contemplative Changemaking Grants. Grant proposals are encouraged across a broad range of domains, including civic engagement, climate […] The post Applications for Contemplative Changemaking Grants are now open appeared first on CharityVillage.

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The Verge

OCTOBER 2, 2020

An Apple patent application published yesterday reveals an idea for a foldable smartphone that would include a “self-healing” display cover, allowing the device to repair dents or scratches covering the screen. The application, spotted by Patently Apple , was originally filed by Apple in January.

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Candid

JANUARY 28, 2025

Smaller shares of grantmakers providing technology and tools, unrestricted funding The good news is that a significant majority of funders are now committed to streamlining grant applications (67%) and reporting processes (56%). Furthermore, the shift toward paperless payments is becoming the norm, with 72% of funders adopting this practice.

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Charity Village

JANUARY 11, 2024

The Canadian Women’s Foundation is now accepting proposals for Community Needs Grants, which provide short-term support for organizations conducting gender justice work with a focus on smaller grassroots organizations to meet a range of immediate needs.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JULY 15, 2024

However, if we look at Microsoft, applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, each has features like predictive text, grammar and style suggestions, and even data insights. Modern software development often involves complex ecosystems of interconnected services and applications.

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