The Fundraising Authority

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Many non-profit organizations rely on grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies to round out their fundraising efforts. If your non-profit is looking for new grant opportunities, here are six tried-and-true places to find them: #1 – Your Board I always start my grant research with my board.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Did you know there are more than 87,000 foundations that award grants? . Now more than ever, it’s vital for nonprofits to diversify their funding sources. If your nonprofit doesn’t have a diversified funding strategy, you leave yourself vulnerable when a major source of funding dries up. . 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? . Now more than ever, it’s vital for nonprofits to diversify their funding sources. If your nonprofit doesn’t have a diversified funding strategy, you leave yourself vulnerable when a major source of funding dries up. . Let’s dig in!

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Bloomerang

MAY 19, 2023

Grants can be a wonderful vehicle to fund a new program or expand an existing one; however, if your organization is new to the “grant world,” you may be unfamiliar with the work involved with both applying and managing grants. Is there a person on your team with the capabilities to create a solid proposal?

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

“Where do I look to find grants for my nonprofit?” Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! Also, getting a grant means a funder values your nonprofit and trusts you’ll put their money to good use. A Grant is What We Need (or is it?) Plus, grants are never guaranteed from year to year.

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sgEngage

AUGUST 30, 2021

Relief funds offer a vehicle to provide much-needed financial assistance to individuals during unforeseen disasters and personal hardships. And those that comply with regulatory requirements allow for tax-deductible donations and tax-free grants within the United States. Grant Criteria. and/or non-U.S.

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Candid

DECEMBER 19, 2023

How to write a winning grant proposal by Stephen Robertson of Candid Ranking in the top spot: Writing grant proposals. Breaking down its typical sections, this blog offers a step-by-step roadmap for how to craft a winning project proposal. The ABCs of DAFs: What is a donor-advised fund?

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

Asking grantmakers for funding can be an intimidating process, especially for small or lesser-known nonprofits. Raise your visibility online and beyond Effective fundraising requires more than providing meaningful programming and presenting a well-written grant proposal. If your funding areas align, don’t be discouraged.

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Candid

JUNE 26, 2024

Nonprofit fundraising basics Even for experienced fundraisers, it’s always a good idea to refresh core strategies to get the funding your organization needs. How to Write a Grant Proposal by Cheryl Carter New and James Aaron Quick. Read Philanthropy News Digest ’s (PND) review.

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Neon CRM

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

That way, you will know what decisions your board is making and can provide them with the data that will guide them to the right ones. Mission statement: Clear statement of the nonprofit’s purpose, future aspirations, and guiding principles. Let’s look at the Red Cross mission statement as an example.

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Candid

JANUARY 17, 2024

Even the most seasoned fundraisers need to stay abreast of the latest trends in the sector and can benefit from data and tools to help them find funding. We also know that most nonprofits don’t have funds available to divert from their programs and services to further invest in fundraising.

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DNL OmniMedia

APRIL 1, 2024

In this guide, we’ll explore nonprofit data warehouses, the steps to configure one, and how to harness the power of your data effectively. Additionally, this makes it a breeze to provide past impact reports and future projections for grant proposals. It’s essential to understand your needs so they can guide the entire process.

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VQ Strategies

MAY 17, 2023

As a volunteer, I serve on the leadership team for the National Alliance for Volunteer Engagement, and we have partnered with the Initiative for Strategic Volunteer Engagement to sponsor the recently released research on the state of engagement and to develop the resources contained in this new conversation guide.

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Qgiv

APRIL 2, 2024

Nonprofit grant proposals can be a daunting task for fundraisers, but it’s a key way to help gain more sustainable funding for your organization. From finding the right grants to writing and applying for them, grant proposals require a lot of research and attention to detail! What is a grant proposal?

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Candid

JUNE 24, 2024

Featuring lessons learned and real-world examples from funders like The California Endowment, the David and Lucile Packard Foundation, and the Siegel Family Endowment, Candid has launched a short on-demand course, “ A funder’s guide to using demographic data ,” outlining helpful “dos and don’ts.”

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Candid

MAY 15, 2024

TBP practices such as multi-year unrestricted funding and simplified application and reporting processes are the logical outcome of treating grantees as our partners. With an open call, we eliminate the need to be part of the “in” crowd to receive funding.

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Candid

APRIL 4, 2023

Why it pays to build relationships with nonprofit funders Grant funding plays a critical role in ensuring the survival and success of many nonprofits. Not to mention, securing these grants can be quite competitive, especially if you’re seeking funding for the very first time.

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Get Fully Funded

JULY 9, 2023

Funds raised from a capital campaign are in addition to your regular annual fundraising efforts. Funds typically come from three main sources: major gifts , corporations, and grants — with the bulk of the money coming from major gifts. Typically, these prospects include individual donors, corporations, and grant funders.

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DNL OmniMedia

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

They’ve been applying science to major gifts fundraising to help nonprofits raise funds more effectively. Have you allocated enough funding to support the stewardship efforts that have had the highest rate of success in the past? These stats were compiled by the team at Blackbaud, long-time stand-out providers of nonprofit technology.

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Everyaction

JULY 18, 2018

We created this guide to help you build just that. The Nonprofit Fundraising Strategic Plan Guide explores the fundraising planning process and breaks down each of the necessary elements that will allow you and your team to elevate your next campaign. Exploring funding source prospects. Exploring funding source prospects.

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 4, 2023

This ultimate buyer’s guide will cover the essentials of selecting a platform that elevates your initiatives, including: The Fundamentals of CSR Software The Benefits of Leveraging A CSR Platform The Challenges of Using CSR Software What Are Common CSR Software Features? Submit volunteer grant requests. Compliance tracking.

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CauseVox

OCTOBER 11, 2021

This guide will help you to outline and develop a year-end fundraising campaign that works for your organization and your donors, specifically curated to your needs in 2021. In 2020, they set a goal of raising $40,000 for their combined #GivingTuesday/year-end fundraiser to raise funds for their virtual summer camp.

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Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

If generating more revenue for your nonprofit tops your list of priorities in 2023, you may have your sights set on sharpening your fundraising skills as part of your nonprofit’s New Year’s resolution. When it comes to boosting funding for your nonprofit, there are multiple paths that can lead you to your desired destination.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 22, 2024

Questions Are Your Tools As a funder, one of your primary mechanisms for gathering information to guide your decision making is the questions you ask. Simply put, the people who write grant applications may be surprised to discover how difficult it can be for respondents to understand and answer their questions.”

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Deborah Elizabeth Finn

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

Grant makers and nonprofit professionals are now talking openly about some very painful (and inter-related) issues in philanthropy, such as. The Revolution Will Not Be Funded: Beyond the Non-Profit Industrial Complex. The state of grant seeking. What if pizza shops were funded like human service nonprofits?

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Connection Cafe

MAY 27, 2016

This blog is the first in a three part series that will focus on the tools you need in order to build a comprehensive grants seeking program. Today’s post will focus on how to create a Grant Decision Matrix. When your organization needs funding for a project, how do you approach the grants seeking process ?

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 18, 2023

But it is not just a new buzzword, a box to be checked, or even a singular phase in the grant cycle. Whether you are working within a funding organization or on the ground in social change, developing an effective knowledge practice will help to advance strategic missions and goals. Fast forward to today….

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Nonprofits Source

OCTOBER 6, 2023

For nonprofits interested in workplace giving, this guide will dive into how modern workplace giving software impacts these corporate philanthropy initiatives by answering these questions : What is workplace giving software? With any proposal, you need to explain why implementing your suggestion benefits whomever you’re persuading.

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sgEngage

APRIL 4, 2022

Rather than audits ensuring you pay taxes, they’re used to ensure your organization is using your funding responsibly to advance your mission. . In this guide, we’ll cover nonprofit financial audits in-depth, discussing what you need to know on the subject as well as what to expect when you conduct one. Some of these include: .

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Having a framework is the magic wand to writing a successful grant proposal. Most people don’t write grants with this in mind. Most grant writers just start with long responses to grant applications, instead of first setting up their own plan. This 6-step GRANTS Writing Formula can help!

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Neon CRM

DECEMBER 8, 2023

In this guide, we’ll lay out 10 expert tips for finding and winning corporate sponsors for your organization. Finding Corporate Sponsorships for Your Nonprofit When seeking out a corporation to sponsor your nonprofit, you should look to smaller, local businesses that can provide community connections in addition to sponsorship funds.

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NonProfit Hub

MARCH 18, 2015

The guy in the goofy question mark suit who regularly shows up on late night TV proclaiming that anyone can get *free* government grant money by following his program? This isn’t meant to say that writing foundation grant proposals doesn’t require thought, persuasive writing skills and attention to detail. Clean up your website.

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Achieve

JANUARY 12, 2022

In this guide, we’ll walk through the four primary financial reports that nonprofits compile on a regular basis, what the reports are for, and the conclusions that can be drawn from them. your nonprofit grant writing team. writes proposals for several different grants that all have various restrictions associated.

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Bloomerang

JULY 7, 2021

Consistently attracting new potential donors is vital for you to expand your mission and, more importantly, to have the funding needed to make it through unexpected times. In the full guide I link to at the end of this post, you can find more than 20 ideas (from seven different nonprofit sectors) of resources to get ideas flowing. .

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Connection Cafe

JULY 6, 2016

This blog is the third in a three part series that will focus on the tools you need in order to build a comprehensive grants seeking program. Today’s post will focus on how to build a grant strategy and apply it to your grants calendar. Grants are hard work. Summary of a Grant Strategy.

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Blue Avocado

JANUARY 30, 2024

Three ways your CFO can help your nonprofit apply for grants. Most nonprofits strive to include grant funding in their revenue streams but often find that large amounts of know-how (as well as a time commitment from the executive level down to the front line) are needed. Read on to find out more! 20,000 for a $100,000 project).

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Connection Cafe

JUNE 8, 2016

This blog is the second in a three part series that will focus on the tools you need in order to build a comprehensive grants seeking program. Today’s topic will outline a 6 step process to grants research. You need to fund a project. There are two key reasons for this approach: You identify government funding for your project.

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