Tips For Maintaining An Effective Grant Calendar

Tips For Maintaining An Effective Grant Calendar

The best way to stay on top of the grant cycle and to ensure you don’t miss a funding opportunity is to maintain an effective grant calendar.  Here are some tips for optimization: Find the right software. At Boyd Grants, we love using Asana to do this because it...
MOU’s Matter!

MOU’s Matter!

When applying for federal grants, they will often ask for MOUs, or Memoranda of Understanding to show that project partners are indeed on board. While it may be tempting to treat MOUs as an afterthought, your grant maker WILL notice.Grant makers want to see that your...
Getting Started?  Consider a Grant Writing Boot Camp!

Getting Started?  Consider a Grant Writing Boot Camp!

The list of continuing ed and online training courses for grant writing grows longer every day.  While these are good starting points, the best way to learn this intense new skillset is through immersion.  If you’re looking to dive right in, get started with a boot...
Resume Writing For Grant Applications

Resume Writing For Grant Applications

Grant applications typically include resumes of key personnel who will be responsible for carrying out the project and managing the grant.  These resumes need to be concise, and highlight work experience, education, and leadership in areas directly relating to the...
Grant Application Procrastination Prevention 101

Grant Application Procrastination Prevention 101

The nature of this work is extremely time sensitive with lots of moving parts.  That means many of the tasks are daunting, and procrastination can cause your team to miss out on money.  This is why it is essential to have procrastination-busting practices in place....