Candid

AUGUST 22, 2023

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? Generating first drafts of grant proposals. Turning data we collect into the most comprehensive view of the social sector.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JULY 10, 2015

Never in a million years did I ever think I would use data and mindfulness in the same sentence. For the past two months, I’ve been wearing a rock in a bra, a device called Spire. But why should we even care about healthy technology and bring a focus to mindfulness and fitness into the workplace? Better decision-making.

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NTEN

JUNE 10, 2014

Many of you have asked us, "Do I need to attend the upcoming, So You Want to Submit an NTC Proposal? Interested parties are not required to attend in order to submit a proposal. Register today for this free webinar on Thursday, June 12: So You Want to Submit an NTC Proposal? webinar in order to submit?" The answer: no.

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Nimble AMS

AUGUST 2, 2022

As you move into the grant writing process, you’ll want to focus on having a comprehensive budget to support your grant proposal. Emphasizing a clear budget for each grant proposal will set you apart from other applicants, giving you a clear competitive edge. Notes on how you calculate the value of non-monetary contributions.

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Connection Cafe

JULY 31, 2019

Many organizations start by creating a sponsorship proposal template that’s based on their event’s financial or organizational goals- a document that serves as a sort of cookie cutter template that’s full of pre-defined benefits. The most well-designed and best priced proposal doesn’t matter if it’s sent to the wrong person.

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EveryAction

JUNE 19, 2017

With that fact of the industry in mind, we've built out a new Grants Management feature in EveryAction to provide fundraisers with a beautiful, intuitive solution for their development needs. Here's how it works: Grant Management plans consist of three main sections: Grant Proposal, Award, and Grant Details.

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Robert Weiner

JANUARY 29, 2009

What are the top three criteria you use when reviewing a funding proposal? How could a small institution with big aspirations engage donors with significant financial capability? What do you see as the ED’s role in working with major donors? The full transcript is available at [link].

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Candid

APRIL 10, 2024

As AI is increasingly used in high-impact ways such as writing and assessing grant proposals, how can we make sure that it is used ethically, minimizing the risk of harm? When we use AI to help draft a grant proposal—in a tool currently under development—we must consider the potential that AI-generated language could be harmful and offensive.

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DNL OmniMedia

MAY 21, 2023

While consulting services may seem expensive in a void, keep in mind that they are comparably cheaper than hiring a new team member to handle your project internally. Develop Your RFP Once you know the scope of your project, you can begin developing a request for proposal (RFP).

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Bloomerang

MAY 19, 2023

Readiness to apply : In order to apply for a grant, you must have the skills and capacity to develop a competitive grant proposal. Is there a person on your team with the capabilities to create a solid proposal? A grant proposal can take on many forms and each one must be individually tailored.

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sgEngage

JANUARY 26, 2024

To ensure your campaign’s success and reach diverse audiences , tap into the reach and brand visibility of like-minded businesses through a corporate partnership. 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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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2021

You’ve clearly already considered this by proposing turning the property into a commercial venture that would support its upkeep. That’s a good start, but you’ll want to further evaluate this proposal because it’s not a “one and done” gift where you accept a property then use it or sell it as you please.

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Candid

APRIL 4, 2023

One of the best ways to get your proposals on top of the pile is familiarizing funders with your nonprofit and mission. Keep in mind that it’s not easy to build a lasting friendship in a day. Not to mention, securing these grants can be quite competitive, especially if you’re seeking funding for the very first time.

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Nimble AMS

JANUARY 8, 2020

Best practices say that when you’re ready to find a new association management software (AMS) system, you should issue a request for proposal (RFP). Read on for tips to ensure your RFP drives accurate proposals and helps you find the right AMS for your organization. Proposal format/outline. Proposal due date.

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Bloomerang

MAY 8, 2021

You’ve clearly already considered this by proposing turning the property into a commercial venture that would support its upkeep. That’s a good start, but you’ll want to further evaluate this proposal because it’s not a “one and done” gift where you accept a property then use it or sell it as you please.

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.orgSource

APRIL 17, 2023

Welcome every proposal. Open-minded humanists, interested in a broad spectrum of topics and issues. An atmosphere of trust is essential both for people to challenge ideas and to brainstorm possibilities. Intimidation is Roundup for creativity. Ideas won’t grow where there is fear of judgment, failure, or a negative response.

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Candid

JANUARY 11, 2023

Winning Grants Step by Step: The Complete Workbook for Planning, Developing, and Writing Successful Proposals by Tori O’Neal-McElrath, Lynn Kanter, and Lynn English. Changing the World Without Losing Your Mind, Revised Edition by Alex Counts . BeneFactors: Why Some Fundraising Professionals Always Succeed  by Joshua M.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 20, 2021

With that in mind, ask yourself these questions: Do you have board members who are giving consistently? . When preparing a major gift proposal, focus on the short-term and long-term impact their gifts would make on the trajectory of the organization. Do you have volunteers who are volunteering multiple times each month? .

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Top Nonprofits

JULY 1, 2022

With that in mind, here are three tips to help you choose the right CMS for your nonprofit website: Define your website needs. Submit a request for proposal (RFP). After sending your RFP to your top options, you’ll receive their proposed plans for guiding your website design project. Compare top platforms.

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Candid

MAY 31, 2023

Perfect Phrases for Writing Grant Proposals and Perfect Phrases for Fundraising by Beverly Browning. If you’ve ever felt like you aren’t powerful enough to change the world, this book may just change your mind. Changing the World Without Losing Your Mind, Revised Edition by Alex Counts.

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Bloomerang

JANUARY 21, 2022

Find businesses that are a good match for your mission, and propose a mutually beneficial collaboration. Keep in mind, though, that as exciting as all of these opportunities are, effective marketing still requires thoughtful planning. Don’t chase after the newest shiny objects just because they are there.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 27, 2021

When thinking about virtual site visits, keep these two things in mind. . Be sure to have a copy of the grant proposal and budget or relevant information on hand so that you can respond if programmatic or financial questions arise. That means the format has changed considerably. . Best practices still apply.

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Byte Technology

MAY 19, 2015

Virtually every sector of our economy—the government, the military, educational institutions, venture capitalist firms and multi-national corporations—use the Request for Proposal (RFP) process at one time or another. Likewise if the contract has a considerable payout, don’t be afraid to ask for a large and highly detailed proposal.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2021

Tasked with writing a business plan ?

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Media Cause

MARCH 25, 2021

She’s talking here, of course, specifically about the practice of mindfulness (or insight) meditation. We have, in very nonprofit-y terms, been taught to be mission-minded above all else. . So here’s where I pose the thousand-dollar question: WHAT IF instead of being mission-minded, we were mission mindFUL?

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sgEngage

OCTOBER 17, 2022

They might, for example, review synopses of eligible proposals and rank them, or vote to prioritize strategic issues or geographies. Always be mindful of the burden you’re placing on applicants. Creating an environment that allows them to deliberate with an open mind and heart.

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Bloomerang

JULY 5, 2023

The explosion of activity is mind-numbing — venture capitalists have been throwing money at AI start-ups, investing over $11 billion in May alone, according to data firm PitchBook , an increase of 86% over the same month last year. There is certainly a place for AI to improve productivity and efficiency in fundraising.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Tasked with writing a business plan ?

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sgEngage

JANUARY 18, 2024

Rest is a necessary and important productivity tool—and an important part of doing the inner AND outer work of being a mindful changemaker. If you want to lower your meeting number, try time-blocking your non-meeting activities, such as writing a grant proposal or working on the budget for next fiscal year.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

OCTOBER 14, 2013

You’ve spent hours developing a workshop proposal, hoping it would be accepted and then working hard to make sure the actual session lived up to your original vision in the proposal. Now through November 8, we invite anyone who’s interested to submit a proposal to present a workshop at the Conference. Follow the guidelines.

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Bloomerang

OCTOBER 23, 2021

You always want to have options in mind when capital needs arise. It’s always worth asking, of course, provided you can get through to them on the phone and talk to them before you submit the proposal. P.S. I know you’re a grant writer, which means every funding opportunity looks like a grant proposal.

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Nonprofit Tech for Good

APRIL 3, 2022

The list created by Sean Kosofsky of Mind the Gap Consulting can be used by an executive director, board chair, or any individual board member to consider their contribution to your organization’s financial health. Help edit or review grant proposals and grant reports. Is the donor renewal rate low? Prospecting. About the Author.

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Bloomerang

JUNE 16, 2021

5: Focusing on the proposal or other collateral material during the ask. You might have a fantastic proposal that presents your case for support in beautifully selected words and images. Keep in mind that “personally significant” means very different things to different people. Blunder No. Blunder No. Blunder No.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2020

Tasked with writing a business plan ?

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Qgiv

APRIL 10, 2021

When we talk about nonprofit sponsorships, the first thing that typically comes to mind is a traditional corporate sponsorship in which a business signs on as a nonprofit’s sponsor for a set period of time. With this in mind, it’s our goal to show donors how they can make the most of their contributions by steering them toward matching gifts.

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Bloomerang

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Report : With those numbers in mind, use your donor database to pull reports that segment those groups of donors. Report : With those numbers in mind, run reports in your donor database that segment small, midsize, and major donors based on the factors you find most relevant. Key takeaways to keep in mind when fundraising.

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Qgiv

MARCH 30, 2022

My mind was a sponge. Keep in mind there are many nonprofit organizations asking for funding. A clear presentation of the facts and the argument in favor of support–and a well-targeted grant proposal that fits with the funder’s area(s) of interest–is often best. You will be answering many questions in your grant proposals.

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