Ask the Experts, Foundations, Grant Writing, Tips
AI is everywhere we look today. For some of our clients, this fact feels inspiring, and AI tools may already be helping them to change old work habits, break patterns of thought, or reach new audiences; for others, the ubiquity of AI – or at least of its mention...
Ask the Experts, Foundations, Grant Writing, Tips
Grant systems are not about staying organized for the sake of staying organized. They are what help you sustain your successful grants strategy over time. Without simple, easy-to-maintain systems, grant work can quickly slip into a chaotic and overwhelming state....
Ask the Experts, Foundations, Grant Writing, Tips
Researching and creating a short, focused list of well-aligned foundation donors for your small nonprofit is a huge and necessary step forward in securing grants. Having a roadmap to follow and then finding the time to generate a meaningful list of foundation funders...
Ask the Experts, Foundations, Grant Writing, Tips
If you’re running a small nonprofit and are pursuing grants, you’ve probably heard some version of this advice: “Just get into a grants database, find a list of funders, and start applying!” That approach was never especially effective, and it’s becoming less viable...
Ask the Experts, Foundations, Grant Writing, Tips
I remember frantically calling my coworker two years ago when I first heard AI was coming to grant writing. I’m pretty sure I dramatically announced: “That’s it! We’ll be out of jobs in 6 months.” Fast forward two years later, and a host of AI tools promising to save...
Ask the Experts, Foundations, Grant Writing, Tips
Have you ever been working on a grant proposal and paused mid-sentence while describing the population you serve? You may have stopped and wondered, “Wait – Is that the right word to use?” You’re not alone. That brief pause is already a win, because it means...
