State and local government grants: The overlooked middle tier
Federal grants get most of the attention in the grant writing world. Foundation grants get most of the rest. Between these two sits...
How organizations strengthen their grant applications with professional support
Grant funding plays an important role in helping organizations expand programs, support communities, and bring innovative ideas to life. Whether funding supports research,...
Direct vs. indirect costs in a nonprofit grant budget
Creating a strong grant budget is not about listing expenses. Your top priority is to show funders that your organization understands how money...
How grant writing consulting services help you build a long-term funding strategy
Sustainable funding remains one of the most persistent challenges facing nonprofits today. The unpredictable cycle of awarded grants followed by rejections creates an...
7 elements of a winning grant application
Grant funding can make or break a nonprofit project. To stand out, your application must include seven key elements: a clearly defined project,...
How to stand out and win over big funders
Grant funding is wildly competitive, but you can stand out by aligning with funders’ priorities, proving your impact, and building relationships before you...
How to successfully apply for corporate grants
Corporations are often thought of as potential in-kind donors for nonprofits. For example, grocery stores may be willing to donate food for an...
What are some common downfalls in grant applications?
If you've written grants, chances are you've experienced rejection. Often, that is simply due to funders not having enough money to go around;...
What new charities need before hiring grant writers
Too many new nonprofits look to hire a grant writer before they're ready to write grants. Or they try to hire grant writers...