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.

Sample 98

Sample Proposal Grant Free 98

Charity Village

AUGUST 22, 2024

Disability Alliance BC invites British Columbia-based not-for-profits to apply for Accessibility Projects Grants. The 2024 grants total $450,000 available to BC-based not-for-profit organizations, with eligible organizations set to receive up to $40,000.

Grant 119

Grant Application Accessibility Profit 119

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.

Proposal 105

Proposal Grant Summary Project 105

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?

Proposal 111

Proposal Green Grant Summary 111

Candid

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Even if you write a perfect grant proposal, it still might not get funded—simply because there is so much competition. There are lots of reasons your proposal might get turned down. But a grant proposal rejection letter presents opportunity, too. Add a note of gratitude for considering your grant proposal.

Proposal 119

Proposal Grant Contact Relationship 119

NonProfit PRO

MARCH 22, 2024

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

Proposal 236

Proposal Project Technology Nonprofit 236

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?

Proposal 52

Proposal Grant Template Guide 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

JANUARY 11, 2024

Request for Proposals (RFPs) are a critical tool for nonprofits seeking services from vendors or consultants. A well-crafted RFP attracts the right partners and lays the foundation for successful projects. Talk to peers about their experiences with similar projects. Read other RFPs to understand what works.

Practice 274

Practice Proposal Listserv Consultant 274

Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Having a framework is the magic wand to writing a successful grant proposal. Step #1) G – Get the FOA/RFP/NOFA The first step in developing a grant template with the GRANTS formula is to G et the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) or Request of Proposal (RFP) or NOFA (Notice of Funding Availability): i.e. the grant instructions.

Grant 100

Grant Award Project Proposal 100

Candid

MAY 7, 2024

While only some grantmakers ask you to submit a logic model, virtually all expect the narrative of your proposal—the description of how the program works, its purpose, and its results—to include the same information as a logic model would. A proposal focused on program impact includes: Need: What need does your program serve?

Proposal 64

Proposal Story Grant Program 64

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. Good luck!

Proposal 105

Proposal Grant Demonstration Project 105

The Sponsorship Collective

MAY 2, 2024

Are you seeking event sponsorship for your next project? After all, your entire project hinges on creating a great proposal – without one, there will be no event sponsorship, which could mean no event. Securing the necessary support can be difficult for many people, possibly even a little intimidating.

Proposal 52

Proposal Sponsor Project Support 52

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.

Proposal 75

Proposal Grant Foundation Community 75

Charity Village

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Sean Fraser, on behalf of Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough, launched a call for proposals under the Foreign Credential Recognition Program.

Proposal 86

Proposal International Education Professional 86

sgEngage

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Ensuring that your foundation makes impactful grants to the right nonprofit partners starts with a thorough proposal evaluation. Even the best laid plans are subject to change, but the proposal should include a general timeline of when the various parts of the program will be executed and how the program will ultimately come together.

Proposal 87

Proposal Evaluation Grant Application 87

Charity Village

AUGUST 5, 2022

The Honourable Mary Ng, Minister of International Trade, Export Promotion, Small Business and Economic Development, announced a new call for proposals for projects under the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy Ecosystem Fund, a key initiative of the $6 billion Women Entrepreneurship Strategy.

Proposal 75

Proposal Fund Strategy International 75

Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

While you can use several marketing elements from your individual donor campaigns in your grant applications, creating effective proposals requires some additional considerations. Below, we’ll cover nine best practices and tips on how to write a winning grant proposal. Leverage Language and Formatting From Past Grants.

Proposal 83

Proposal Grant Effective Language 83

Qgiv

MAY 16, 2022

Grants aren’t always easy to get, but with a well-written proposal, you can blow your competition out of the water. Grants are usually given for a specific purpose, like a project or initiative your nonprofit is planning. These grants can be difficult to get and require a well-thought-out grant proposal. What is a grant?

Proposal 52

Proposal Grant Instructional Instruction 52

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 18, 2024

Learn more about the inaugural Pathfinder Award, which includes up to $200,000 in unrestriced cash funding, by downloading guidelines to enhance your project proposal today.

Fund 211

Fund Amazon Organization Guidelines 211

NonProfit PRO

APRIL 21, 2023

Calling all nonprofits who need funding for their technology-driven projects! 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.

Grant 244

Grant Amazon Proposal Application 244

Nimble AMS

JULY 13, 2022

Many associations struggle to take the first step in planning an effective request for proposal (RFP) when attempting to get their board on board for new tech plans and in becoming the catalyst of change for their organization. . Ask yourself if realistically drafting the RFP can be an internal project or if you should hire outside help.

Proposal 126

Proposal Effective Associations Benchmark 126

Charity Village

DECEMBER 9, 2021

The Park People Conference invites proposals for city park projects on the theme of An Abundant Future for City Parks. The post The Park People Conference invites proposals for city park projects on the theme of An Abundant Future for City Parks appeared first on CharityVillage. The Park […].

Proposal 52

Proposal Conference Project People 52

sgEngage

MARCH 21, 2024

Have you ever been pulled into a meandering project with no clear direction or goals? Projects like these can drain resources, take more time than necessary, and quickly become your least favorite meeting on your calendar. You can save yourself the pain of a directionless undertaking by creating a project charter.

Project 96

Project Fund Software Help 96

Charity Village

JANUARY 13, 2023

The Surrey Intercultural Seniors Social Inclusion Partnership (SISSIP) Network announced a Call for Proposals for four Seed Grants in Surrey. This is the second Call for Seed Grants under the SISSIP Network Project. Organizations that have applied previously applied and/or have successfully received funding can re-apply.

Grant 75

Grant Project Network Proposal 75

EveryAction

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

An RFP, or a request for proposals, is a process disguised as a document. While an RFP may look like a regular document with a list of things to do and brainstorm, an effective one breaks down a project (usually a big one) into parts and set out dates and milestones to get that project done. Don’t skip the budget.

Action 199

Action Proposal Nonprofit Consultant 199

Tech Soup

JUNE 10, 2022

Quinn is a consultant specializing in nonprofit technology and website strategy, and she joins us here to share some tips and best practices for successfully finding funding for technology projects.

Proposal 87

Proposal Technology Nonprofit Consultant 87

EveryAction

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

She asked for some advice around her (bumpy) request for proposals (RFP) process at her nonprofit. Requests for Proposals, or RFPs, are often used to conduct the search for potential strategic, digital, and/or technology vendors. Your proposal format (be flexible!) What is a nonprofit RFP?

Process 194

Process Proposal Nonprofit Software 194

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. Adjourning: The team completes its deliverables and evaluates the project. Forming: The grant project team is selected. The group will determine the scope and amount of the proposal.

Grant 52

Grant Group Develop Missouri 52

The NonProfit Times

MAY 28, 2024

Develop a Detailed Project Budget A well-developed project budget is a key component of a successful grant application. Nonprofits should create a detailed budget that accurately reflects the costs associated with implementing the proposed project or program.

Grant 115

Grant Fund Tips Tampa 115

Elevation

JUNE 3, 2021

If you’re a nonprofit needing professional services, you’ll often be required to create a Request for Proposal (RFP) before hiring a vendor. For a complex project like a website, taking the time to go through the RFP process can be an exercise in fully defining your expectations that prepares your staff for success.

Proposal 61

Proposal Websites Exercise Project 61

sgEngage

APRIL 25, 2022

Assembling the right team for your project is one of the best ways to set your course up for success. . Project start-up. From your key stakeholders, to your internal review teams, to the e-learning content development partner itself—multiple hands are handling this project and providing input at every single step in this process. .

Project 87

Project Team Learning Review 87

The NonProfit Times

JUNE 4, 2024

We are focused on [your project purpose].” #2 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. Use AI to develop initial drafts quickly but always review and edit content to align with your voice and values.

Grant 111

Grant Practice Proposal Homeless 111

The Modern Nonprofit

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Now that you’ve identified what the project goals are, pick measurable outcomes to determine what metrics you’ll use to track those goals. Embarking on a new tech project is like building a house. Just like building a house, your project (and related costs) consists of three phases: design, build, and maintenance.

Project 98

Project Tech Guide Phase 98

Candid

AUGUST 29, 2024

Whether you’re new to the field or an experienced grant writer, our offerings—like the Introduction to proposal writing webinar and others that provide essential skills to craft standout proposals and teach practical skills needed to build a competitive grant proposal —help you write grant proposals that stand out.

Grant 59

Grant Tips Proposal Sample 59

NTEN

JANUARY 27, 2021

If you are a nonprofit manager charged with managing a technology project, what can you do to ensure your project is successful? When the vendor is good, and the relationship between client and vendor is stable and collaborative, the project will be successful. Symptoms of a technology project headed south include: Delays.

Project 58

Project Digital Work Tips 58

Candid

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

It interprets the context behind search queries, connecting users with grants that align with both their project goals and funder priorities. It enables users to analyze past funding for similar projects, along with the number of grants awarded, grant size and duration, and geographic preferences. What about data privacy concerns?

Search 52

Search Grant Proposal Award 52

Nonprofit Tech for Good

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Perhaps making sure your co-workers do their part in helping make the project a success is also critical. In short, a web redesign is a big, daunting project with many moving parts. A budget for how much your organization is willing to invest in the project. Step 2: Organize a Planning Team and Create a Project Charter.

Websites 312

Websites Analytics Project Proposal 312