5 Steps to Improve Your Nonprofit’s Grant Management Process
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 9, 2024
Nonprofits may scramble to gather details or documents and submit last-minute applications for grants. Here are five tips to cut the chaos.
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NonProfit PRO
APRIL 9, 2024
Nonprofits may scramble to gather details or documents and submit last-minute applications for grants. Here are five tips to cut the chaos.
EveryAction
FEBRUARY 22, 2023
She asked for some advice around her (bumpy) request for proposals (RFP) process at her nonprofit. Her board had approved the budget for a new CRM and asked her to follow this process to find the right software. I thought we’d be done with the selection process in a month, but it’s month four with no end in sight.
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Tech Soup
AUGUST 19, 2022
The ability to create, manage, and sign documents virtually is becoming increasingly crucial for nonprofits that operate remotely. TechSoup partner airSlate enables you to do exactly that, helping you to create legally binding documents and sign them through its e-signature service, signNow.
Bloomerang
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Tax season can be daunting for nonprofits. Coordinating year-end tax documentation takes precious time—sometimes months. No more paperwork hassles; just a streamlined process. Rest easy knowing donors have the documentation they need for tax deductions. The post Send Year End Tax Documentation in Minutes!
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JANUARY 11, 2024
By Alfredo Ramirez , CMO at Prosal – an RFP platform that connects great consultants, nonprofits, and other organizations via RFPs. Request for Proposals (RFPs) are a critical tool for nonprofits seeking services from vendors or consultants. 1) Start with Research Before an RFP The RFP really should be the second step in your process.
Candid
JULY 13, 2023
Nonprofit work means paperwork. 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. There are four major documents that you may need to create if your nonprofit is looking for funding. Honestly, when you do, it’s good news.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MAY 13, 2023
Sponsored by BoardSite — a board of directors management platform that centralizes key administrative tasks like meeting scheduling, document management, and online voting in a secure digital platform. Between coordinating busy schedules and deciding on agenda items, it’s often difficult for nonprofit boards to be truly productive.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 3, 2024
By Stephanie Wallace , Marketing Specialist, Keela – a complete software solution for nonprofits looking to grow revenue, centralize and manage data, and deepen donor engagement. As a nonprofit organization, securing funding is essential to fulfilling your mission and driving meaningful change in your community.
sgEngage
AUGUST 19, 2022
It tells your nonprofit where you want to go and how you plan to get there. That includes both the budget and the process for creating it. In addition to reviewing and updating your nonprofit operating budget each year, your financial team should also regularly evaluate your process for creating that document.
sgEngage
MAY 27, 2022
Process automation can be scary for nonprofits because it can feel like you are giving up some control. But implementing automated processes can help you ensure consistent controls and set your organization up for growth. Making the Case for Automation in Nonprofit Organizations. The average U.S. Automation.
ASU Lodestar Center
FEBRUARY 16, 2022
posted by Bob Sell Spring 2021 Alumnus, ASU Master of Nonprofit Leadership and Management. Nonprofit leaders make decisions. In fact, the nonprofit leader’s job description could be described as: Worry about worst-case scenarios. Seeking their participation in the strategic planning process can give them this connection.
Whole Whale
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
On August 30th Meta announced a new partnership with Paypal to cover the donation processing of Facebook Fundraisers. This isn’t just a backend shift, nonprofits will need to agree to new terms and now acknowledge that donation processing fees will be now be deducted. Nonprofits rely on this funding.
Saleforce Nonprofit
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Established in Yorkshire in 1986 by a group of parents concerned about what the future might hold for their children, Autism Plus has since grown into one of the region’s leading nonprofits for young people with autism, learning disabilities, and other neurodiverse conditions. Improving Processes for Better Experiences. Susan Mahon.
Neon CRM
AUGUST 23, 2023
For nonprofits looking to court younger donors and increase online giving, having a credit card processor in place is a must. In this article, we’ll cover the ins and outs of credit card processing for nonprofits, what you should look for in a payment solution, and how to set one up. What Payment Types Require a Processor?
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 28, 2020
By Alan Tyson , CEO of DATABASICS – a software product that enables nonprofits to report, approve, and track employee hours, activities, and spending from anywhere, something that is especially important in an increasingly decentralized environment. Here are five categories that every nonprofit must address to be effective in 2021.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
DECEMBER 13, 2021
Below is a list of processes and procedures you can take to prepare yourself and your organization to start your website build or redesign on a solid footing. A comprehensive web content inventory lists pages, images, documents, and applications on a spreadsheet. Your 5-Step Guide to Prepare for a Successful Website Redesign.
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. Outline your ideal process.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
FEBRUARY 6, 2022
Although the most popular accounting software products- like QuickBooks and SAP- handle the needs of businesses in many industries, nonprofits have a unique business model and accounting standards and require different features and functionality from accounting software. How are Nonprofit’s Financial Goals Different?
Robert Weiner
DECEMBER 19, 2011
When in doubt, contact an attorney who specializes in nonprofit law or contact the IRS for a ruling. ). Let's say the following donations will be processed by different nonprofits in the United States on Jan. The nonprofit was notified of the gift on Jan. The charge is considered made when processed by the recipient.
Bloomerang
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Tax Season doesn’t have to be stressful for nonprofits. It might seem daunting, but tools like Bloomerang can simplify this process. It might seem daunting, but tools like Bloomerang can simplify this process. Your nonprofit has to provide accurate documentation of donor contributions.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JULY 9, 2023
By Jo Boyle – a digital marketing expert with a wealth of experience in nonprofit fundraising and marketing. Universal Analytics (UA) has stopped processing data. To make the most of new features, nonprofits must know how to create and track conversions in GA4. Search your platform’s documentation to find out how to enable it.
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 24, 2021
Let’s say you’ve taken the important step of hosting a focus group for your nonprofit. How to take text from scans and cell phone photos of documents. Then paste it into the document you’re using to compile these notes. Then, as I mentioned above, paste it into the document you’re using to compile these notes.
sgEngage
FEBRUARY 12, 2024
Grant-funded nonprofits know compliance isn’t a nice-to-have. If your organization receives at least some of its funding from grants, you need a fund accounting system with subfund accounting capabilities built to handle nonprofit accounting standards. It’s a must-have. Each of those funding sources has their own take on requirements.
sgEngage
APRIL 23, 2024
There are millions of wonderful nonprofit organizations working to make this world a better place. To mitigate risk throughout your grant cycle, you need to know your grantees through relationships and documentation, support their internal controls, and set up a process for whistleblower complaints.
Candid
NOVEMBER 29, 2023
Here’s a familiar scene: your nonprofit organization just won its first big grant, and you’re ecstatic. We’ve had our own share of nonprofit compliance undertakings over the years. Compliance takes collaboration One key takeaway from our SOC 2 audit is that effective nonprofit compliance requires collaboration.
VisionLink
AUGUST 31, 2023
Our Community Operating System™ is used by large and small nonprofits, 211’s, elder care agencies, state, county, and federal agencies, disaster relief organizations, and many others. The PM documents project specifications and manages custom projects as well as new customer launches.
Get Fully Funded
JUNE 20, 2022
When you started your organization, you drafted a set of nonprofit bylaws which are the rules spelling out how your new venture would operate and how your Board would govern it. Maybe you just celebrated your nonprofit’s second or third birthday. Or maybe your nonprofit has been around for years. Where will documents be stored?
sgEngage
JUNE 15, 2023
When you are preparing for your annual nonprofit financial audit, you need to understand and identify the risks that could affect your organization so you can address and mitigate potential problems. Once risks are identified and prioritized, set procedures and processes to address them, and document those processes.
Forum One
MAY 16, 2024
As Forum One’s Accessibility Lead, Jeanette ensures that our public sector and nonprofit clients receive unwavering support in prioritizing accessibility for all users. Where are people “freelancing” and creating new styles or processes that are out of compliance? As your work changes, processes will have to change too.
Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
Panel at Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit Last month, at the Global Nonprofit Leaders Summit in Seattle hosted by Microsoft, I moderated a roundtable, “Empower Employees with AI Productivity Tools,” with leaders from three nonprofits: Alex Duncan,, British Heart Foundation; Jon Townsend, National Trust; and Joel Ramjohn, Agape Source.
sgEngage
APRIL 12, 2023
Very few people enjoy being on the organization side of a nonprofit financial audit. By taking these steps early in your audit process, you can make your remote audit seamless and almost painless. It’s important to find an auditor who is engaged in the process, and that you enjoy working with.
CauseVox
FEBRUARY 5, 2024
Whether you’re a small nonprofit aiming to make a local impact or a larger organization orchestrating a grand initiative, giving days offer a unique platform to amplify your cause. In this article, we’ll delve into the essence of giving days, exploring what they are and how your nonprofit can actively participate.
sgEngage
APRIL 2, 2024
Working in the nonprofit sector is hard. And salaries in many nonprofit organizations can’t compete with the for-profit sector. According to The Council of Nonprofits 2023 Nonprofit Workforce Survey , almost three quarters of nonprofits that completed the survey have current openings at their organization.
Candid
DECEMBER 20, 2023
Once you’ve established a new nonprofit , one of your first considerations will likely be fundraising. This includes creating an annual operating budget , a document that breaks down your organization’s revenue, or the money you’ll bring in, and expenses, or the money going out to cover your costs, for each fiscal year.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MAY 30, 2019
By Paul Lamb , Principal at Man On A Mission Consulting , has over 25 years of experience in business, nonprofit management, technology, and public policy. But what exactly is blockchain it and how is it relevant for nonprofits? This exchange does not require a payment processor or other institutional middleman to manage the process.
sgEngage
DECEMBER 20, 2023
So many nonprofits found 2023 to be particularly stressful. Here are seven ways your team can make sure your nonprofit has a strong financial foundation this year. It gives your nonprofit breathing room when a problem or a new opportunity arises. Document any processes you don’t already have highlighted.
sgEngage
JANUARY 19, 2023
So, when inflation made dollars not stretch as far and staffing shortages shifted more duties to a fewer number of people, many nonprofits found 2022 to be particularly stressful. Here are seven ways your team can make sure your nonprofit has a strong financial foundation this year.
sgEngage
APRIL 2, 2024
With a fund accounting software system designed for nonprofits, you can fully track all your grants, especially restricted grants, in one place. Having a fund accounting solution built for nonprofits will allow you to document these grant spending rules to help you later calculate reimbursements.
Bloomerang
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
there are 51 Brain Injury Association nonprofits, with 14 displaying seals of transparency. These nonprofits are on the front lines, battling conditions like Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, and TBIs—the leading causes of disability and death globally. But here’s the thing: brain trama nonprofits can’t do it alone.
Qgiv
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
As technology evolves, there are new ways nonprofits like yours can take advantage of advancements to save time and raise more money. AI for nonprofits can be a real game changer in the fundraising landscape. One of the easiest AI tools for nonprofits to get started with is ChatGPT , a chatbot powered by OpenAI.
Pamela Grow
OCTOBER 16, 2023
If your nonprofit engages in email fundraising, these are changes you’ll need to be aware of. While these changes primarily target spammers, they also have implications for legitimate nonprofit senders like you who use Gmail for email communications. This threshold ensures that recipients are not inundated with unwanted messages.
sgEngage
MARCH 21, 2024
A project charter is a brief, formal document that concisely articulates the essential details of the project, such as its purpose, scope, goals, and contributors. Make sure to document exactly what your project will be focused on (i.e., Make sure to document exactly what your project will be focused on (i.e., out of scope).
DNL OmniMedia
NOVEMBER 14, 2023
As the digital landscape continues to evolve, nonprofits are increasingly turning to technology to streamline operations, engage with donors and volunteers, and improve their ability to further their missions. What is the Salesforce for Nonprofits? How much does the Salesforce for Nonprofits implementation process cost?
Blue Avocado
JANUARY 23, 2024
Advisory committees let your nonprofit work with others who want to see you succeed. As a nonprofit leader, you likely want to do your best to ensure that the voices and experiences of the communities you serve are represented in your work. Decision-Making Process—What steps for proper decision making in the committee?
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