Candid

MAY 7, 2024

It’s not uncommon for nonprofits to struggle with securing funding despite the strength of their programs. But if you want to stand out in a crowded applicant field, it’s essential to communicate your impact clearly and compellingly. A proposal focused on program impact includes: Need: What need does your program serve?

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Candid

JANUARY 25, 2024

Last year, we shared our crowdsourced list of red flags that funders look for in grant proposals—the things that immediately reveal the weak points in an application and raise questions about the organization’s credibility. Not surprisingly, the question we got most in response to that article was: What are green flags for funders?

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NonProfit PRO

APRIL 18, 2024

For those transforming core operations, there is the Momentum to Modernize Award, inclusive of up to $50,000 in unrestricted cash funding. And new this year, if you’re looking to leverage generative AI, submit a proposal for the Pathfinder – Generative AI Award, inclusive of up to $200,000.

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Charity Village

JANUARY 22, 2024

Mind & Life announced that applications are now open for the Contemplative Changemaking Grants. The program grants up to $10,000 for a 2-year period to fund small-scale impact-oriented initiatives undertaken by individuals, community workers, and nonprofit organizations grounded in contemplative practices.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Writing a proposal for a project grant can feel like a daunting task, but with the right guidance, it doesn’t need to be a bewildering endeavor. In this blog, we will share the key elements of a typical project proposal and best practices for how to approach drafting each section to help you secure the grant you seek.

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Candid

MARCH 25, 2024

Foundation grants can be one of several revenue streams in a nonprofit organization’s sustainable fundraising plan. In 2022, foundation funding accounted for about $105.21 As a share of all revenue streams, including government funding, program revenue, and investment income, foundation and corporate grants made up 15.3%.

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sgEngage

DECEMBER 1, 2022

The application process is an organization’s first real look at how you work with grantees. A 10-page application doesn’t make sense—for the applicant or the reviewer—but you need enough information to know if you are making a good decision. Financial Health of the Nonprofit Organization. Program Partners.

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Bloomerang

AUGUST 19, 2021

With a net worth of $65.3B, there are a lot of MacKenzie Scott funds available. . The NonProfit Quarterly’s editor Ruth McCambridge wrote this terrific background piece , and CANDID wrote this one sharing the experience of nonprofit CEOs who received her largesse. Scott is a member of the Giving Pledge.

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The NonProfit Times

MAY 22, 2024

MacArthur Foundation’s $100 million 100&Change competition has launched with roughly 1,000 nonprofits expected to vie for the winner take all award. Proposals must identify a problem and offer a solution that promises significant and durable change. Applications will be accepted online only , from May 22 to August 15, 2024.

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Candid

MARCH 1, 2022

It seems like you have to answer the same questions over and over in every grant proposal. And in longer government proposals, sometimes it seems like you have to answer the same question twice right in the same application! Transcript: Writing grant proposals is a time-intensive process, and it can often feel repetitive.

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Classy

APRIL 9, 2021

In 2020, nonprofits raised around 20% of their income from grants. Grant funds from foundations, government entities, and corporations help nonprofits diversify their income streams. Below, we’ll cover nine best practices and tips on how to write a winning grant proposal. Updated nonprofit bylaws.

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Candid

APRIL 2, 2024

Asking grantmakers for funding can be an intimidating process, especially for small or lesser-known nonprofits. For small or lesser-known nonprofits to fundraise successfully, they need a strategy focused on increasing public visibility and cultivating long-term and diversified funder relationships.

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Bloomerang

APRIL 7, 2022

Similar to the list I shared for nonprofits focusing on education , arts and culture tends to be a very popular issue area for American foundations. The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. Funding Priority: Arts & Culture. Ford Foundation.

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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. What you’re aiming for is a clear, persuasive proposal.

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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?

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Bloomerang

MAY 6, 2022

In this post, I’ll share funding and grant resources for nonprofits involved in the education sector. Their priorities range from facilitating book donation drives to supporting arts education to funding playground construction and family literacy programs. . Funding Priority: Education. The Awesome Foundation.

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The Modern Nonprofit

JUNE 8, 2021

Estimated Reading Time: 3 minutes Essential Grant Writing Tips for Your Nonprofit. Grants are a great funding resource— over $50 billion dollars are awarded by foundations to charitable organizations every year. They exist for all kinds of nonprofits and a huge variety of projects. How will your nonprofit make an impact?

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Candid

JUNE 9, 2022

Budgets can be one of the most intimidating aspects of grantseeking and nonprofit management, especially for new projects or organizations—most of us don’t have accounting degrees after all! What is a proposal project budget? . Proposal project budgets are the budgets you submit to a funder as part of a grant application.

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Candid

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

We also explored how he arrived at the decision to give his money to nonprofits that support his favorite animals in perpetuity through his own donor-advised fund. Considering the dollars at play, let’s now shift our focus to the important considerations for nonprofit fundraisers who may want to get in on some DAF funding action.

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Qgiv

JULY 19, 2023

This guide to grants for nonprofits covers the basics of grants including types of grants, examples, where to find grants, and tips for grant writing. Because grants usually come from larger entities, the amount of money your nonprofit receives is generally higher than donations you would get from an individual or small business.

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Candid

MAY 15, 2024

We understand this as an approach that reimagines relationships among donors, nonprofits, and communities to rebalance power dynamics and decision making, prioritizing authentic connections and mutual learning. With an open call, we eliminate the need to be part of the “in” crowd to receive funding.

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Candid

AUGUST 22, 2023

As these technologies mature, so do their applications. A glimpse into AI at Candid When considering the applications of AI and machine learning at Candid, we keep the following questions in mind: Does this application help our staff do their work more effectively? Facilitating intelligent funding connections (coming soon.)

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Kindful

AUGUST 12, 2021

Similar to the list I shared for nonprofits focusing on education , arts and culture tends to be a very popular issue area for American foundations. The large difference is that most funders tend to direct a majority of their arts funding to local and regional organizations. Funding Priority: Arts & Culture. Ford Foundation.

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Charity Village

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Funding your organization’s initiatives is an important part of sustaining your organization’s work long-term. For many nonprofit organizations, some or the majority of that funding will likely come from grants.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

As a nonprofit management student, preparing to enter this field can be challenging because it’s still developing. The University of San Francisco was the first school to offer a Master’s in Nonprofit Administration less than 40 years ago, and the first School of Philanthropy was created just nine years ago at Indiana University.

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Candid

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Over the past three years, Candid has made data on over 15,000 funding opportunities available on Philanthropy News Digest (PND) RFP Bulletin and Foundation Directory. Are you currently accepting grant proposals? If you’re open to applications from both nonprofits and individuals, please also note that. .

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NonProfit Hub

JUNE 24, 2021

This blog was sponsored by BryteBridge Nonprofit Solutions. Grants are a great additional revenue source for nonprofits. However, grant funding is an exercise in patience. Unfortunately, there is a lot that goes into being ready for funders to even consider your organization’s application. Are you ready?

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Get Fully Funded

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

“Where do I look to find grants for my nonprofit?” It’s a burning question so many nonprofits have, and to be honest, I can’t say that I blame them! Getting grant funds is REALLY exciting! Think about it: what could your nonprofit do right now with a $5,000 check?? (I For one, it’s usually a lot of money.

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ASU Lodestar Center

OCTOBER 3, 2012

It doesn’t matter if you’re a teenager, a parent, a business owner, aspiring entrepreneur, or a nonprofit organization: money can be difficult to come by these days. Even in times of economic prosperity, many nonprofit organizations have to fight in order to maintain a steady flow of funding. Executive summary.

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Did you also know that 49% of nonprofit employees expect cost cuts this year and 54% of nonprofit leaders have implemented changes to organizational goals and activities? . Now more than ever, it’s vital for nonprofits to diversify their funding sources. Why grants are important to nonprofits. Let’s dig in!

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NonProfit Hub

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Did you also know that 49% of nonprofit employees expect cost cuts this year and 54% of nonprofit leaders have implemented changes to organizational goals and activities? . Now more than ever, it’s vital for nonprofits to diversify their funding sources. Why grants are important to nonprofits. Let’s dig in!

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Kindful

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

Today’s funder list focuses on nonprofits supporting the environment and conservation efforts. It brings together foundations and funds that are primarily dedicated to support or have a significant program to support those organizations. See if any of these funders serve your community and if you qualify for funding.

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Achieve

MARCH 18, 2024

Successful nonprofits know that humans respond to stories. Whether it’s an emailed donation appeal, social media post, or old-school flyer on a bulletin board, the best nonprofit communications help your audience relate to and position themselves within your mission’s story. Why Does Storytelling Matter for Grant Writers?

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VQ Strategies

MAY 17, 2023

By providing practical recommendations for funders and nonprofit leaders, the Initiative’s goal is to transform the future of volunteerism with greater investment in strategic volunteer engagement. In that spirit, the Initiative has shared some exciting news. In that spirit, the Initiative has shared some exciting news.

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Whole Whale

MARCH 24, 2021

Some foundations have open RFIs (Request for Information), open LOIs (Letter of Inquiry), RFPs (Request for Proposal) and others have open calls for applications around a campaign. The Knight Foundation, for example, has open LOIs and open applications around journalism ([link]. Coming Soon: Program Evaluation for Nonprofits.

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Candid

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

To reduce the burden on grantees to provide this data, this sector-wide initiative also empowers nonprofits to collect and share staff and board member demographics—one time—in a standardized, reusable, and freely accessible format on their Candid profiles. The process and timing of asking nonprofits for demographic data matters.

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Candid

JULY 12, 2022

Many people have amazing ideas for creating a nonprofit or public-benefit project, but aren’t sure how to get started or find funding. Fiscal sponsorship is when a nonprofit organization agrees to assume legal and financial oversight for a charitable activity or project that does not have its own tax-exempt status.

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