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.
NonProfit PRO
JULY 5, 2023
GrantWatch.com is rethinking the grant-seeking process with new features that simplify and enhance the complex landscape of grant seeking. With a robust lineup of 20 new and enhanced features, GrantWatch offers a comprehensive suite of tools, designed to optimize the grant-seeking journey.
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Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 3, 2024
However, managing grants efficiently and effectively can often be a daunting task, requiring meticulous attention to detail, rigorous compliance measures, and streamlined processes. That’s where nonprofit grant management software comes in. It’s like a helpful program that makes managing grants easier.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 3, 2024
Download this Essential Grants Checklist for best practices for staying on top of accounting for grants and boosting boost cash flow for your nonprofit! Use this resource to track the pre-award, post-award and audit stages of the grant process. Check off each step from being awarded to the accounting and reporting.
NonProfit PRO
OCTOBER 5, 2023
Download this Essential Grants Checklist for best practices to boost cash flow for your nonprofit! Use this resource to stay on top of the pre-award, post-award and audit stages of the grant process. Check off each step from being awarded to the accounting and reporting.
sgEngage
DECEMBER 14, 2023
You want applications from organizations that align to your mission, but the frequency of the requests can easily bog down your processes if you aren’t careful. To avoid overwhelming your team, standardize how you receive and process grant applications at your organization. Will several teams review the requests?
sgEngage
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
While grant funding may not require the continual stewardship efforts and nurturing of traditional donor-led funding, it often presents its own challenges: extensive reporting mandates, a list of requirements to qualify for funding, and the possibility of mission creep to meet those requirements. Focus on the why. Seek clarity.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
Vanguard Charitable launched Grant Payments with PayPal, enabling charities to receive funds from grantmakers faster and more easily. The initiative addresses the long-standing use of physical checks in charitable grantmaking, a method hampered by mail delays and administrative burdens for receiving charities.
NonProfit PRO
APRIL 13, 2022
Managing one grant application is a challenge. Use the grant application management template to see what grant applications are in process, approved, or rejected as well as break down the to-dos for each grant from the initial application to reporting requirements. Managing multiple applications is a headache.
sgEngage
APRIL 23, 2024
But on occasion, a person will make a mistake or doesn’t follow the restrictions for the grant. 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
MARCH 25, 2024
Foundation grants can be one of several revenue streams in a nonprofit organization’s sustainable fundraising plan. As a share of all revenue streams, including government funding, program revenue, and investment income, foundation and corporate grants made up 15.3%. Naturally, most nonprofits will try to secure a grant at some point.
NonProfit PRO
MAY 27, 2022
But the process of identifying the right metrics and reports to measure and communicate is more complex… especially when it comes to finding metrics to drive grant performance. What gets measured, gets done. If you’re keeping track of something, then you’re probably doing it… right? Download to see the list.
Double the Donation
FEBRUARY 23, 2024
The key source of revenue that can bring in reliable funding year after year is grants. Grant funding amounts and requirements vary wildly as every grantmaking organization has their own unique application process. […]
Bonterra
APRIL 13, 2024
Grants management software Unify giving and grantmaking Build strategic nonprofit partnerships that drive more social impact with less work for your teams. Learn more Measure program outcomes in real time Built-in reporting Bonterra’s native reporting tool empowers grants administrators to measure program outcomes, not just outputs.
Tech Soup
JANUARY 26, 2024
Developing and using a consistent research process will help you focus your efforts on the best options. To save time and critical human resources, it's important to identify the grantmakers that will provide the best return on your investment.
Candid
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Unlike many cycles of nonprofit operations, grant reporting doesn’t really have a season; it’s all year long. Grant reporting also varies widely by funder. Here we share how we turned traditional, time-consuming grant reporting into a faster, easier, and more efficient process. We call this our narrative report.
sgEngage
APRIL 2, 2024
You’ve been grant shopping for some time now, but are you prepared for what’s next once you start to receive them? Many grants come with significant—and detailed—compliance requirements. If you are a grant-funded organization, it will be important to manage spending restrictions and meet reporting requirements.
Nonprofit Tech for Good
MARCH 5, 2022
Presented by: Stephen Urich , CEO of Grant Republic. Google Ad Grants can help your nonprofit maximize its fundraising and get out its message. Topics will include: • What are Google Ad Grants and how to get these grants. Looking for a great way to promote your cause? How to reach new fundraising audiences. •
Nonprofit Tech for Good
JULY 23, 2020
By Grant Hensel , CEO of Nonprofit Megaphone – an agency that specializes in Google Grant management for nonprofits. The Google Grant gives nonprofits $10,000/month to spend on ads in Google Search. Any time you see an impressive Google Grant case study , the metrics are always made possible through conversion tracking. .
Tech Soup
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021
I started writing grant proposals when I was in my 20s, working as a fundraiser for a small but dynamic grassroots environmental organization in Alaska. I learned that if you want to keep the grants pipeline full, you have to adopt a process and use that process consistently.
sgEngage
JANUARY 15, 2024
Grant writers are often the unsung heroes of the application process. They parse the grant documentation to understand if their organization is a good fit, they gather information from throughout the organization, and they mold it into an engaging story about the important work the organization is doing.
Candid
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
In service of this, in this blog, we’re highlighting five things we’ve heard about our grants data that aren’t quite accurate. Myth 1: “Candid grants data” is the same as “990 data.” institutional grantmaking and provide the starting place and scaffolding for Candid’s grants data.
Blue Avocado
MARCH 12, 2024
Tips for reviewing your nonprofit’s grant prospects. One of the questions I’m often asked is: “How do I find grants?” But I don’t hear the more important question: “How do I know the grant is right for me?” As many nonprofits are probably aware, multiple sources offer grant funds. How do I find them?
Nimble AMS
AUGUST 2, 2022
If you’re not already leveraging grant writing at your association, it might be time for you to begin. According to Candid’s official grant reporting data, there are approximately three million grants worth over $180 billion in available funds. “A large part of our business is grants. Do your research.
Tech Soup
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
In the first article in this blog series, we identified a process to streamline your grant research. But how do you find the right grants for your specific needs? Enter the decision matrix.
The Fundraising Authority
MAY 8, 2021
It’s no secret that Google Ad Grants is a fantastic resource for nonprofits. In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know about the Google Ad Grant Program, including eligibility requirements, the application process, and benefits. What is a Google Ad Grant, and Why Do I Want One?
CauseVox
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Using the Google Ad Grant is an effective way to get the word out about your organization and promote your fundraising campaigns. Now is the best time to get your ads up and running in order to maximize your Google Grant for the season! This session will also feature a live Q&A and be recorded for on-demand viewing.
The Fundraising Authority
DECEMBER 20, 2020
Many non-profit organizations rely on grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies to round out their fundraising efforts. If your non-profit is looking for new grant opportunities, here are six tried-and-true places to find them: #1 – Your Board I always start my grant research with my board.
sgEngage
JANUARY 17, 2024
But inertia is not an option when your grant programs outgrow your current solution, or your vendor sunsets the software you use, like Salesforce is doing with their grant management software, FoundationConnect. Here are five tips to help you make the best decision for your grantmaking processes.
Get Fully Funded
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
“Where do I look to find grants for my nonprofit?” Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! Also, getting a grant means a funder values your nonprofit and trusts you’ll put their money to good use. A Grant is What We Need (or is it?) Plus, grants are never guaranteed from year to year.
sgEngage
AUGUST 19, 2022
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. What Does a Nonprofit Budgeting Process Include?
sgEngage
JUNE 9, 2023
Grant management is the comprehensive process of overseeing all activities related to grants: from identifying recipients, to awarding funds, to reporting on outcomes all while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Table of Contents Grant Lifecycle Who Handles Grant Management for Grantmaking Organizations?
Achieve
MARCH 18, 2024
But what about some of your highest-impact communications— grant proposals ? Do your grant applications tell stories that catch the attention of funders and illustrate the real impact their support will have on your community? Why Does Storytelling Matter for Grant Writers?
The Modern Nonprofit
FEBRUARY 13, 2024
Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes Mastering Modern Grant Writing for Nonprofit Success In the dynamic landscape of nonprofit funding, grants continue to play a pivotal role, with billions of dollars allocated annually to support various causes and projects. For grant proposals, that’s personal engagement.
Qgiv
MARCH 29, 2023
Google Ad Grants for nonprofits can be a powerful FREE solution for any eligible charitable organization, but proper management is key to maximizing the opportunity. Since 2011, Give Back Nation’s Google Certified Ad Grant Manager team has helped over 5,400 nonprofits manage their Ad Grants. What is the Google Ad Grants Program?
Candid
JULY 13, 2023
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. In this blog, we share the major types of grant proposal documents, their components, and free sample resources to show you what a successful version of each one looks like.
Candid
MAY 18, 2023
With billions of Google searches happening every day, nonprofits around the world use the Google Ad Grant program to connect with people looking to learn more about their cause. Through the Google Ad Grant program, qualifying nonprofits can receive up to $10,000 per month in free advertising spend on the Google Search Network.
Candid
JULY 27, 2023
Candid’s grants data set currently includes comprehensive information about over 30 million grants and other philanthropic transactions, such as pledges, in-kind gifts, program-related investments, etc. This typically resulted in about 900-1,300 funders represented and 100-150k grants collected in a given year.
Candid
MARCH 16, 2022
This piece provides guidance for funders on making grants to support Ukraine. The outpouring of support and willingness to make immediate relief funds available has been heartening, but a frequent question has emerged: how can I make sure my grant helps those most in need in a timely and safe matter?
Charity Village
AUGUST 25, 2023
Ecclesiastical Insurance announced that applications are now open for the Community Impact Grant. The national grant program is open to registered charities in Canada. Organizations that help people in need and have a mission that aligns with Ecclesiastical’s values are invited to apply.
Volunteer Hub
JANUARY 9, 2023
If you’re a nonprofit looking for funding, grants are a great place to start. Here are 5 places to look for grants. For nonprofits, finding grants is an essential component of funding operations and initiatives. State governments also offer grants for nonprofits that serve their residents.
NonProfit PRO
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
PayPal’s corporate social responsibility program provides employees with the opportunity to distribute grants to their local communities. million in grants. This year, PayPal supported 75 organizations with a total of $1.4
Bloomerang
MAY 19, 2023
Grants can be a wonderful vehicle to fund a new program or expand an existing one; however, if your organization is new to the “grant world,” you may be unfamiliar with the work involved with both applying and managing grants. In other words, let’s look at the readiness to apply for grants and readiness to manage grant projects.
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