FreeWill Acquires Grant Assistant, an AI-Based Platform for Nonprofit Grant Proposals
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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NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 23, 2024
FreeWill acquired Grant Assistant, an AI-based platform that aims to streamline the grant application process.
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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Tech Soup
SEPTEMBER 6, 2024
Taking the time to proofread, revise, and edit your grant proposals can elevate them from good to great. But skipping this step can diminish the effectiveness of your proposals. To avoid this pitfall, integrate a strategic approach to editing within your grantwriting process.
The NonProfit Times
JULY 9, 2024
By Shavonn Richardson, MBA, GPC There’s nothing quick about the grants process. Here are five things to know that will help you revamp your grant-seeking strategy: #1. Grants Are Not a Quick Fix. While grants might constitute a significant revenue stream for some organizations, relying solely on them is imprudent.
Candid
JULY 13, 2023
While Candid is working to reduce that burden broadly, here is one specific way we are trying to help: by providing sample grant proposal documents. In this blog, we share the major types of grant proposal documents, their components, and free sample resources to show you what a successful version of each one looks like.
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. While the questions that need to be asked are clear to you, the process may not be at first.
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?
The NonProfit Times
NOVEMBER 19, 2024
By Shauna O’Toole, CFRE, GPC You encountered inefficiency, frustration, or even conflict when working with a group to develop a grant proposal. Norming: With a clear strategy in mind, the team will develop effective processes to meet milestones and clarify responsibilities. Forming: The grant project team is selected.
The NonProfit Times
MAY 28, 2024
By Jackie Sue Griffin Securing grant funding is crucial to a nonprofit’s growth, and it starts with crafting a well-planned and realistic budget. Understanding the specific requirements and limitations outlined in the grant application is crucial for developing a budget that aligns with the funder’s priorities and expectations.
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.
sgEngage
DECEMBER 1, 2022
The application process is an organization’s first real look at how you work with grantees. Ensuring that your foundation makes impactful grants to the right nonprofit partners starts with a thorough proposal evaluation. In other words, is the nonprofit already thinking about what happens after this grant?
Candid
NOVEMBER 14, 2024
For many nonprofits and academic researchers, finding the right grant to fund their work is critical to their survival. Enter AI-powered smart search tools, which are streamlining how nonprofits and academics discover and apply for grants. No more wasted hours scrolling through irrelevant results to get to grants that are a good fit.
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! will be handled in the application.
Candid
MARCH 25, 2024
Foundation grants can be one of several revenue streams in a nonprofit organization’s sustainable fundraising plan. As a share of all revenue streams, including government funding, program revenue, and investment income, foundation and corporate grants made up 15.3%. Naturally, most nonprofits will try to secure a grant at some point.
The NonProfit Times
JUNE 4, 2024
2 Find grant opportunities and funding prospects You can use AI to streamline the time-consuming process of funder research. 3 Write sections of grant proposals While AI cannot even come close to replacing your depth of knowledge and experience, it can help you write sections of grant proposals.
Candid
AUGUST 29, 2024
Candid Learning ’s webinars on grant writing are among the most popular among our training courses. To further support your work, here’s a collection of articles with grant writing tips that combine innovative approaches with proven strategies. Four common grant proposal documents (free samples included).
Classy
APRIL 9, 2021
In 2020, nonprofits raised around 20% of their income from grants. Grant funds from foundations, government entities, and corporations help nonprofits diversify their income streams. Below, we’ll cover nine best practices and tips on how to write a winning grant proposal. Leverage Language and Formatting From Past Grants.
Qgiv
MAY 16, 2022
It’s important for every nonprofit to have multiple revenue streams to build a healthy, sustainable organization, and a common source of funding for nonprofits is through grants. Grants aren’t always easy to get, but with a well-written proposal, you can blow your competition out of the water. What is a grant? Government.
Tech Soup
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
I started writing grant proposals when I was in my 20s, working as a fundraiser for a small but dynamic grassroots environmental organization in Alaska. I learned that if you want to keep the grants pipeline full, you have to adopt a process and use that process consistently.
Neon CRM
SEPTEMBER 5, 2024
Landing a grant can be so exciting—those big gifts hold so much potential! But most grants come with some strings attached; funders want to know that you’re using that money to fund the programs or objectives you mentioned in your grant proposal. That’s where grant accounting comes in. What Is Grant Accounting?
Candid
JUNE 5, 2023
Every year, Candid processes data on nearly two million organizations and more than three million grants. Based largely on input we’ve received from individual organizations and partners, we’re proposing 205 changes to the PCS. cash grants, program-related investments); and organization type.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 8, 2024
In case you missed it, AWS for Nonprofits has announced the addition of a third IMAGINE Grant category - offering three ways, and up to $200,000 of unrestricted funding, to advance your impact on mission. The 2024 submission portal is now open and accepting proposals until 11:59PM EDT on June 3, 2024.
The NonProfit Times
OCTOBER 29, 2024
As a grant professional, you have identified a great grant opportunity but the lead time is short. If you want to go far, go together.” As the grant professional, you are not the sole decision maker. You can feel good about submitting a clear and well-defined proposal, and the reporting process becomes stronger.
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. Over time, they may refine those processes based on staff and reviewer experiences and as new best practices emerge. Offer additional support.
Neon CRM
AUGUST 30, 2024
You know that securing grants will be a great way to fund your nonprofit’s programs and diversify your revenue streams. In this guide, we’ll walk you through those four main types of grants available to nonprofits and break down everything you need to know! Securing a grant is only step one. That’s why we’re here to help.
Nimble AMS
AUGUST 2, 2022
If you’re not already leveraging grant writing at your association, it might be time for you to begin. According to Candid’s official grant reporting data, there are approximately three million grants worth over $180 billion in available funds. “A large part of our business is grants. Do your research.
Bloomerang
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
For those familiar with the process, developing an application for any type of financial support (grants, corporate sponsorship , contract, etc.) For some, it might seem more like an art than a science, as there is confusion about the process. The clues are in the Request for Proposal (RFP) – let’s discuss!
Bloomerang
MARCH 29, 2024
Today’s question comes from a nonprofit employee who wants advice on what the average foundation portfolio size is for a full-time grant manager: Dear Charity Clairity, What is the average foundation portfolio size for a full-time grant manager? In FY23 they submitted 40 proposals for a total of $2.4M And this takes time.
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.
The Modern Nonprofit
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Mastering Modern Grant Writing for Nonprofit Success In the dynamic landscape of nonprofit funding, grants continue to play a pivotal role, with billions of dollars allocated annually to support various causes and projects. What you’re aiming for is a clear, persuasive proposal.
Achieve
MAY 15, 2024
Regardless of the reason behind your need for additional revenue, grants provide parks and recreation organizations an excellent opportunity to garner the money they need. However, grant applications aren’t as simple as asking supporters for donations. What is a grant? What are the steps to applying for a grant?
Achieve
MARCH 18, 2024
But what about some of your highest-impact communications— grant proposals ? Do your grant applications tell stories that catch the attention of funders and illustrate the real impact their support will have on your community? Why Does Storytelling Matter for Grant Writers? Why Does Storytelling Matter for Grant Writers?
Candid
APRIL 15, 2024
Institutional funders are typically organizations with large budgets and long grant cycles, such as government agencies, corporations, and foundations. Assess your readiness to apply for grants You’ll need to assess your capacity before you start the grantseeking process and funder prospecting efforts.
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.
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?
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. In other words, let’s look at the readiness to apply for grants and readiness to manage grant projects.
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.
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!
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!
EveryAction
JUNE 19, 2017
Many nonprofits receive anywhere from 10-90% of their revenue from foundation grants. These contributions are typically high dollar grant awards that come from foundations, corporations, or the government. Here's how it works: Grant Management plans consist of three main sections: Grant Proposal, Award, and Grant Details.
Candid
JULY 15, 2024
Early evidence suggests that many funders have stayed the course, especially in the areas of grant reporting requirements, funding restrictions, and proposal processes. However, there remain areas to monitor for additional progress. In our report Before and After 2020 , we compared the data from 61 U.S.-based
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.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JULY 15, 2024
Natural Language Processing : AI tools that understand natural language inputs make it easier for nonprofits to adopt and use these technologies without extensive training. Google and Bing both use AI to enhance search results, improve user experience, and manage the vast amounts of data they process with each inquiry.
Media Cause
JUNE 29, 2024
By leveraging AI, nonprofits can analyze vast amounts of data, identify patterns, and automate processes, making fundraising efforts more efficient and effective. AI simplifies this process by automating donor segmentation based on behavior, preferences, and giving history. Grant Writing: AI is a game-changer for grant writing.
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