Foundations, Grant Budgets, Grant Writing, Tips
When it comes to grants, many nonprofit leaders struggle with how to showcase and fundraise for one or two standout programs (the “stars” of their organization) while still meeting the revenue goals of their organization broadly. We know that foundations often prefer...
Foundations, Grant Budgets, Grant Writing, Tips
After over a decade of working with nonprofits of all sizes and mission areas, we’ve seen a clear pattern: organizations that commit to the hard work of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), are transparent about their challenges, and hold themselves accountable for...
Foundations, Grant Budgets, Grant Writing, Tips
Foundation grants are an important revenue stream for almost any successful, sustainable nonprofit. But what is less evident is what role foundation fundraising should play in a nonprofit’s overall revenue mix. Understanding what foundation grants can and can’t do for...
Foundations, Grant Writing, Tips
It’s here: the first month of your fiscal year! You just closed the books on last year, you’re waiting on the final numbers to see if you reached your fundraising goals, and you’re congratulating yourself and your team (as you should!) on all the grant proposals you...
Ask the Experts, Foundations, Grant Budgets, Grant Writing, Tips
It’s that most wonderful time of the year again – time to reflect on the insanity we all endured in 2025, and to look ahead to what might be possible in 2026. We’d like to take a moment to share with you some of our top grant writing reflections and predictions,...
Ask the Experts, Foundations, Grant Budgets, Grant Writing, Tips
When you start working with an outside grant writer, you’ll be regularly asked to review and sign off on grant proposals prior to submission. As a busy nonprofit leader, it can be difficult to know how to make the most efficient use of your review time, especially...
