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Paths to Becoming a Grant Writer

Peak Proposals

We’ve written several posts over the years about how to write grants. We’ve also written about the pros and cons of being a grant writer. But one thing we haven’t done is write about how to become a grant writer. Three Common Paths to Becoming a Grant Writer 1.

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Project Budgeting for New Grant Writers

Peak Proposals

If you work for a large nonprofit, different people may be assigned to work on the narrative and cost proposal, with the two groups getting together periodically throughout the proposal process to ensure the sections are in sync. How to Prepare a Project Budget for a Grant Proposal 1.

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The Power of Relationships for the Lonely Grant Writer

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Yes, I have worked as a solo grant professional within a larger organization and as a lone grant consultant, working from home with no official colleagues to speak of. In the latest Fundraising HayDay episode, we spoke with Andrew Olsen about building healthy cultures in the nonprofit sector and various other topics.

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Empowering Change: How Grant Writing Certification Transforms Nonprofits and Communities

Grant Central USA

In the dynamic world of nonprofit organizations, securing the necessary funds to fuel impactful initiatives is an ever-present challenge. That's where the power of grant writing certification comes into play. Why is grant writing crucial for nonprofit organizations' sustainability and growth?

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3 Essentials For Nonprofit Sustainability You May Have Missed

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

How you or your clients handle this good, bad news or this bad, good news will affect the sustainability of your nonprofit agency. Even accounting for inflation, stock market volatility, political turmoil, and post-pandemic “revenge” spending, the largest transfer of wealth in American history is taking place daily.

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Writing Grants When You’re NOT a Grant Writer

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Typically, the individuals writing and managing grants for your organization are not people with titles like grant administrator, grant manager, or director of grants. They are firefighters, teachers, administrative assistants, program directors, accountants, and even elected officials and board members.

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Securing Funding in Tough Times

Grant Writing Made Easy

Securing funding can often feel like an uphill battle in nonprofits’ fluctuating economic landscape. Tough times call for strategic measures, and mastering the art of grant writing is more crucial than ever. Why Is This Considered a Tough Time for Nonprofit Funding?