The Grant Professional’s Guide to Prospect Research: Finding Your Funding Allies
Hey there, fellow grant professional! Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of prospect research? If you're passionate about securing funding for your organization's mission but feeling a bit overwhelmed by where to start, don't fret. We've got you covered...
Embracing Grant Rejection: A Journey of Growth and Resilience
In the world of grant professionals, few experiences can be as disheartening as receiving that dreaded rejection email. After pouring countless hours of hard work, creativity, and passion into crafting the perfect grant proposal, the news of rejection can feel like a...
Mastering Foundation Grant Writing: Advanced Strategies for Success
Are you an experienced grant writer looking to take your skills to the next level? Do you want to unlock the secrets to securing foundation grants with confidence and finesse? If so, you're in the right place. In this blog post, we'll delve into advanced strategies...
Navigating Federal Grant Research and Pre-Planning: Strategies for Success
Federal grants play a pivotal role in supporting organizations across various sectors to address societal needs, advance research, and drive innovation. However, securing federal funding requires careful planning, research, and strategic alignment with organizational...
Navigating the Grant Landscape: Advanced Tips for Seasoned Professionals
Hey there, fellow grant professionals! If you've been in the game for a while, you know that securing grants can feel like navigating a complex maze. But fear not, because I've got some advanced tips to help you level up your grant game and secure that funding like a...
3 Pro Tips to Expand Your Grant Writing Capacity
Grant searching and grant writing are time-consuming, labor-intensive processes. Have you ever just finished one grant, are partway through two others, and the perfect funding opportunity lands in your lap and all you have to do is apply for it? Does it sound...
3 Ways to Transform Grant Reporting
Hey there, grant enthusiasts! Today, let's tackle a topic that's essential yet often seen as a chore: grant reporting. While reporting requirements are crucial for building trust and maintaining transparency, they don't have to be a drag. Let's explore how we can...
Best Practices for Writing a Letter of Inquiry
Hey there, grant seekers! Today, let's chat about an important step in the grant application process—submitting a letter of inquiry (LOI) to catch the attention of potential funders and pave the way for a full grant application. Here's your guide to crafting a...
Budget Proposal: How to List In-Kind Items
It may seem counterintuitive, but in-kind items contributed to the project must be included in the budget proposal section of the grant application. A big bonus for listing in-kind items is that you can show your funder that your organization has sought out creative means to achieve your goals, and that you have already forged partnerships and garnered community support for your project.
Budget Proposal: What Does “Overhead” Mean?
The budget proposal is the backbone for the grant itself. In many ways, this section is your test run to prove to the funder that you can properly manage money.