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How to write a winning grant proposal

Candid

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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10 Things to Look for When Evaluating a Grant Proposal

sgEngage

Ensuring that your foundation makes impactful grants to the right nonprofit partners starts with a thorough proposal evaluation. Are they subject matter experts or invested in the target community? Communications Plan. Does the proposal include a detailed line-item budget ? Check out our due diligence questionnaire.

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Apply now to the 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund

Charity Village

Women and Gender Equality Canada (WAGE) launched a call for proposals to build the capacity of 2SLGBTQI+ community organizations and networks to advance equality across Canada. For further details […] The post Apply now to the 2SLGBTQI+ Community Capacity Fund appeared first on CharityVillage.

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Zero-cost, maximum-impact professional development for fundraisers

Candid

Our Get Started YouTube playlist offers a shortlist of videos on fundraising and proposal writing—all under three minutes. Once you’re ready to write a grant proposal, check out free eLearning courses such as Introduction to proposal writing or, for more step-by-step guidance, delve into Crafting compelling grant proposals.

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Visibility and relationships: Effective fundraising for small nonprofits

Candid

Grassroots organizations provide vital services to local communities, yet they struggle to compete for grants against large national nonprofits that can leverage robust development teams, considerable fundraising experience, and established relationships with grantmakers. Keep the lines of communication open.

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How to Partner with Businesses for Your Awareness Campaign

sgEngage

In turn, they’ll benefit from the positive association with your cause and can expand their own reach within your nonprofit’s community of supporters. Identify potential corporate partners Before you jump into making a sponsorship proposal, you need to find the perfect corporate partner for your organization!

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Use Case: The Community-Driven Social Impact game for Community Media Centers

Amy Sample Ward

Last month, at the 2011 Nonprofit Technology Conference , I had the opportunity to run the Community-Driven Social Impact game in a session workshop. One of the participants was Ericha Hager, the Regional Collaborative Coordinator for Community Media Access Partnership. Who was the community that you were working with?

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