4 questions to ask a grant writer applicant
More nonprofits are open to the idea of hiring a freelance grant writer for their organization. It's always a good idea to thoroughly...
How much does grant writing cost?
How much does grant writing cost? What is a grant writer's fee structure? What's a grant writer's hourly rate? These are all questions...
Playing with form: Should you experiment with your grant proposals?
A fantastic question came via Twitter: @ProGrantWriter Does a more narrative approach in your proposal work? We asked for clarification, and received this message: @ProGrantWriter A...
How to run a successful grant writing program
Grant writing success is the unicorn of the nonprofit world. Any experienced grant writer knows well the frustrations, struggles, and challenges that come...
Why grant writers cost so much
The short answer is: They're worth it. Or: They don't cost as much as you think. A good grant writer will pay for...
What not to expect of your grant writer
As professional grant writers, we've been asked to do everything under the sun when preparing a grant. Here are some things you should--and...
Should your nonprofit hire a grant writer who is certified?
As nonprofits review the credentials and experience of grant writers—whether they're looking to bring one in-house or hire a freelancer—the question of certification...
How to build a true partnership between a grant writer and a nonprofit
Congratulations! You hired a consultant to write grants for your nonprofit. Now what? Grant writing is a collaboration between your consultant and your whole...
The 4 Conferences for Grant Writers that You Don’t Want to Miss in 2016
There are hundreds of nonprofit conferences in the upcoming year that cover topics ranging from marketing to fundraising to donor acquisition. You can bet...
Overcoming grant writer’s block
Do you ever find yourself staring at a blank Word document, wondering how to start writing a massive grant narrative? Those blank white...