Blue Avocado

MARCH 12, 2024

Tips for reviewing your nonprofit’s grant prospects. One of the questions I’m often asked is: “How do I find grants?” But I don’t hear the more important question: “How do I know the grant is right for me?” As many nonprofits are probably aware, multiple sources offer grant funds. How do I find them?

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Candid

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Unlike many cycles of nonprofit operations, grant reporting doesn’t really have a season; it’s all year long. Grant reporting also varies widely by funder. Here we share how we turned traditional, time-consuming grant reporting into a faster, easier, and more efficient process. We call this our narrative report.

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Get Fully Funded

MAY 11, 2023

When most people think about funding a nonprofit, they think they should look for grants. In order to raise the most money for your cause and create a stable future for your organization, you need several different sources of funding. One of those sources can be grants, and you should go after all the grant money you can.

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The Fundraising Authority

MAY 8, 2021

It’s no secret that Google Ad Grants is a fantastic resource for nonprofits. In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about the Google Ad Grant Program, including eligibility requirements, the application process, and benefits. What is a Google Ad Grant, and Why Do I Want One? How Does the Program Work?

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Neon CRM

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Google Ad Grants may be a good fit for you. Whether you’re looking to acquire new donors , want to spread the word about your programs, need to recruit volunteers, or are looking to expand your reach, Google Ad Grants can get your nonprofit in front of more people. What are Google Ad Grants? Who Is Eligible for Google Ad Grants?

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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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Bloomerang

JUNE 17, 2022

Pride Month is a great time to celebrate and reflect on the work activists and nonprofit organizations are doing to support the LGBTQ+ community. With that in mind, I wanted to share a list of funding and grant resources available for nonprofits serving that community. One way to track those is by setting up a grant calendar.

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sgEngage

JUNE 9, 2023

Grant management is the comprehensive process of overseeing all activities related to grants: from identifying recipients, to awarding funds, to reporting on outcomes all while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Table of Contents Grant Lifecycle Who Handles Grant Management for Grantmaking Organizations?

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Nonprofits Source

APRIL 3, 2024

As a major source of your recruitment income, sourcing and securing new members for your organization is a top priority. In this guide, we’ll review how you can harness the power of digital marketing to promote your membership-based organization. Leveraging Google Ad Grants. Audit for accessibility.

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Bloomerang

DECEMBER 19, 2023

67% of nonprofits use a constituent relationship management system (CRM) to track donations and manage supporter communications. If your organization falls in this range, you may be interested in free, discounted, or affordable software solutions to help carry out your strategies while staying within budget.

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Nonprofits Source

JANUARY 26, 2023

Applying for the Google Ad Grant can help you reach new heights with your digital marketing. The program allows nonprofits like yours to tap into paid advertising for free. While it’s an incredible marketing opportunity, the Google Grant application process can be lengthy, which might turn your nonprofit off from applying.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

Grants are a fundamental source of revenue for growing organizations to accomplish large projects and receive financial support outside of individual donations. This guide to grants for nonprofits covers the basics of grants including types of grants, examples, where to find grants, and tips for grant writing.

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Candid

MARCH 16, 2022

This piece provides guidance for funders on making grants to support Ukraine. The outpouring of support and willingness to make immediate relief funds available has been heartening, but a frequent question has emerged: how can I make sure my grant helps those most in need in a timely and safe matter?

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Blue Fox

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

"Getting actionable financial data for grant writing all comes down to the setup of your financial systems." You know that you need to finish this grant request, but you’re stuck. The narrative is coming along, but your roadblock is the financial justification for the grant. And you’re right.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Did you know there are more than 87,000 foundations that award grants? . That’s where the power of grants can come in. In this blog post, we’ll first explore why grants are important to nonprofits. Why grants are important to nonprofits. Grants can be a great way to diversify your nonprofit’s revenue. Let’s dig in!

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Did you know there are more than 87,000 foundations that award grants? . That’s where the power of grants can come in. In this blog post, we’ll first explore why grants are important to nonprofits. Why grants are important to nonprofits. Grants can be a great way to diversify your nonprofit’s revenue. Let’s dig in!

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Grant-funded nonprofits know compliance isn’t a nice-to-have. You might be able to win back an unhappy donor with a new program or event, but grant funders usually don’t get excited about silent auctions. The Importance of Compliance for Nonprofit Organizations Nonprofits show integrity through transparency. It’s a must-have.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

You need data collection and data structure skills, not just a data entry person—someone who knows how your organization operates and the best ways for information to be delivered. In a small, grant-funded organization, you might not have these skills and that’s ok! Determine the non-financial metrics you want to track.

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sgEngage

MAY 3, 2024

Using technology to streamline even some processes can free up a tremendous amount of time, so you spend less time on manual reporting and tracking and more time analyzing and elevating actionable information that drives bottom-line financial impact. Everything in the grant record is available in a dashboard or built-in report.

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Candid

APRIL 29, 2021

We’re pleased to announce today’s launch of a new, free course for grantmakers, “Funding Smarter: Using Candid Tools to Inform and Share Your Foundation’s Work.” And, then from here, we can start exploring the list to get a sense nationally of who the leading recipient organizations are. streamline your due-diligence practices.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 28, 2020

By Alan Tyson , CEO of DATABASICS – a software product that enables nonprofits to report, approve, and track employee hours, activities, and spending from anywhere, something that is especially important in an increasingly decentralized environment. Zoom allows organizers to schedule calls, invite guests, and moderate meetings.

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Nonprofits Source

JANUARY 23, 2023

Through the Google Ad Grants program , nonprofits everywhere can leverage pay-per-click (PPC) marketing for free. By amplifying content on Google Search, participating organizations can connect with motivated prospects searching for their causes online. We recommend you reach out to their team for all your Google Grants needs!

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 13, 2021

We all have our own way of doing things, but sometimes our work outgrows our organization methods. Today, work expectations are higher, there’s more to manage, and you simply must be more organized to grow a small nonprofit. Organize your projects based on stages: Tasks to do, tasks in progress, and tasks completed.

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Qgiv

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

That’s why grants for homeless shelters are so important. This blog focuses on where to find grants and how to apply for them. One way to approach finding additional funding is through applications for grants. Read on to learn how to find and apply to grants for homeless shelters. Private foundations.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 12, 2019

You can use your Donor Management System to keep track of grants from donor-advised funds along with the recommending donor with these helpful features: Soft Credits for Charitable Sponsors . foundation, organization) and donor so everyone associated with the donor-advised fund grant can be properly acknowledged.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

Carolyn’s Nonprofit Blog was inspired by the many people who have reached out to Carolyn since it was launched in 2011 to ask for advice about becoming a grant writer and nonprofit fundraiser. Many readers asked How do you become a grant writer? Q: What kind of folks have asked about becoming a grant writer?

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Candid

JUNE 24, 2024

You can lift the burden on yourself and your own grantees to collect and organize this data by accepting publicly available demographic data from Candid, rather than requiring nonprofits to complete yet another survey. Use our free dashboard to assess how many of your grantees already submit demographic data to Candid.

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Whole Whale

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

And with the advent of numerous SMS tools, so too comes the advent of free mass texting for nonprofits. Well, free-ish. The FCC is also a lot more strict about SMS spam versus email, so you have to do it the right way (here are 5 ideas to get your organization started with mass texting ). Free and low-cost mass texting tools.

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Connection Cafe

MARCH 10, 2021

More nonprofits are beginning to see the immense value of the Google Ad Grants and have acquired it for themselves. If you’ve managed to get the grant for your organization, you deserve a hearty congratulations. However, as many nonprofit professionals know, acquiring the grant is only the beginning. Track Conversions.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Create an Operating Reserve Fund (or Review Your Policy) An operating reserve is a crucial part of creating a strong financial foundation for your organization. Like an emergency fund for your organization, an operating reserve allows you time to make data-driven decisions instead of having to react immediately.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 26, 2024

Some types of nonprofits, like grantmaking foundations, may choose to forego a website, but for most charitable organizations, establishing an online presence can greatly enhance their impact. This provides prospective supporters who click on your ads or research your organization with evidence that your nonprofit is active and trustworthy.

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NonProfit Hub

APRIL 17, 2024

For example, WordPress offers plenty of free and premium plugins for extending your blog’s functionality. Simple language free of jargon. Inclusive and accessible content provides a better online experience for all website users and shows supporters that your organization values their individual needs.

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Candid

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

Ever wonder who donates to a specific organization? Lots of people do—some are curious how an organization funds its work and others are looking for prospects of their own. Let’s get started: How can I find the names of individual donors that support an organization? How can I find out what foundations support an organization?

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Connection Cafe

MAY 11, 2020

Would it be transformative for your organization? If you’re a nonprofit, chances are you’re eligible to find out through Google Ad Grants. . . What are Google Ad Grants? . The Google Ad Grants program is like Google AdWords, but for nonprofits. Program Details for Google Ad Grants for Nonprofits .

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Kindful

MARCH 16, 2021

But that doesn’t mean you can’t have the tools you need to operate your organization effectively. Nonprofit software helps organizations manage their day-to-day functions like administration, fundraising, donor relations, accounting, marketing, and more. There are plenty of free tools you can use instead. Our only caveat?

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 10, 2022

Google Ad Grants are a terrific fundraising and marketing tool that Google makes available to nonprofits and charities. So what are Google Ad Grants ? A Google Grant provides $10,000 each month to nonprofits to spend on Google Search ads. Google Grants can be a great fundraising option for almost all nonprofits.

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sgEngage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

As a grants manager, you know how important it is to have a clear and efficient grantee application process. Here are some tips to help you convince your stakeholders that streamlining your grantee application is not only good for your grantees, but also for your organization.

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