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Four red flags in nonprofit grant readiness

Professional Grant Writer

The post Four red flags in nonprofit grant readiness appeared first on Professional Grant Writer. Grant Writing Tips Nonprofit World grant readiness grant writing nonprofitsSo much of grant writing is about more than just great writing.

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5 examples of SMART objectives for nonprofits

Professional Grant Writer

The post 5 examples of SMART objectives for nonprofits appeared first on Professional Grant Writer. Grant Writing Grant Writing Tips grant writing nonprofitsOnce you have a grasp on the the acronym SMART and how it relates to developing strong objectives, it’s time to put that.

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A guide to nonprofit start-up funding

Grant Writing Made Easy

One of the questions I get the most from y’all is whether I know of any nonprofit start-up grants. The need for nonprofit start-up funding is huge, and today’s post is your guide to finding it. Are there nonprofit start-up grants?

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Introduction to Nonprofit Program Budgets

Grant Writing Made Easy

At our most recent Grant Writing Made Easy workshop, we did a deep dive into nonprofit program budgets. So this week, I want to share some advice that will help you crack the code on nonprofit program budgets. Follow this 3-step process for creating nonprofit program budgets.

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Is your nonprofit ready to apply for a federal grant?

Professional Grant Writer

Our team of professional grant writers talks a lot about nonprofit grant readiness. The post Is your nonprofit ready to apply for a federal grant? Federal Grants Grant Writing Tips federal grants government grants grant readiness grant writing nonprofits

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Getting started with nonprofit grant writing

Professional Grant Writer

New nonprofits are often eager to start grant writing. The post Getting started with nonprofit grant writing appeared first on Professional Grant Writer. Grants are often seen as free, easy money, given the abundance of foundations and.

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Announcing new cloud-based solutions for credit unions and nonprofit research organizations

AWS Public Sector Blog

In 2022, Amazon Web Services (AWS) launched curated solutions for nonprofits in the AWS Solutions Library and AWS Marketplace. Today, AWS announced the addition of new nonprofit solutions in the AWS Solutions Library and AWS Marketplace.

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What you missed at that 2023 IMAGINE: Nonprofit conference

AWS Public Sector Blog

On Tuesday, March 14, the IMAGINE: Nonprofit conference brought together hundreds of nonprofit leaders, technologists, and innovators to learn and share how Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud technology can drive a positive impact for people and the planet.

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Nonprofit cites ‘inaccuracies’ in new broadband maps

GCN

Open internet advocate Public Knowledge urged the FCC to clarify the challenge process, the availability of satellite internet and the role of anchor institutions. Cloud & Infrastructure

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Does Revenue Diversification Actually Work for Nonprofits?

Peak Proposals

Nonprofits are always told to diversify their revenue streams. The question is, can all nonprofits successfully pursue diversification? Other nonprofits are lucky enough to have an endowment that can be tapped to cover some of their general operating costs.

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Now available: New AWS program supporting nonprofit donor and member engagement

AWS Public Sector Blog

According to a recent report from the Association of Fundraising Professionals and GivingTuesday, the number of nonprofit donors in the first half of 2022 decreased by 7% compared to last year. Unleash the power of AWS for nonprofits.

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Quarterly Goal Setting & Strategic Planning for Nonprofits

Grant Writing Made Easy

It’s the first week of the final quarter of 2022, which is the perfect moment to talk about the relationship between goal setting and strategic planning for nonprofits. Introduction to strategic planning for nonprofits.

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Register now for the IMAGINE: Nonprofit conference in Washington, DC

AWS Public Sector Blog

Registration is now open for the IMAGINE: Nonprofit conference presented by Amazon Web Services (AWS). Find out what you can do and learn at the IMAGINE: Nonprofit conference, and register today.

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How to learn as a nonprofit professional

Grant Writing Made Easy

As I’m in the business of teaching grant writing online and I want my students to have incredible success , I think a lot about how to learn as a nonprofit professional. Since I started in 2016, I’ve had the opportunity to teach thousands of nonprofit leaders.

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Managing nonprofit members and donors with CiviCRM on AWS

AWS Public Sector Blog

Managing donors, members, and constituents is essential to the success of most nonprofits. There are several CRM applications that focus on the needs of nonprofit organizations. In this blog post, I’ll discuss a no-cost, nonprofit-focused CRM called CiviCRM.

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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. But not including essential preparations for planned giving could turn a generous gift into an accounting and programming nightmare for a nonprofit.

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How to solve problems in your nonprofit

Grant Writing Made Easy

If I asked 100 nonprofit leaders how they solve problems in their nonprofits, I bet that 90 or more of them would say something about taking action. The entire nonprofit sector, it seems, is driven by this go, go, go mentality.

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How nonprofits reimagine work using smart technology

AWS Public Sector Blog

Nonprofit leaders today have various technical products and solutions to consider. The addition of “smart technology” to your nonprofit’s technology conversations may seem intimidating or even unfamiliar to the human-centered work that your organization does.

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Nonprofits and Recessions: 3 Actions to Take to Stay Afloat

Grant Writing Made Easy

Whether we’re already in a recession or one is looming on the horizon, you might be wondering what it all means for your work and what you need to know about nonprofits and recessions. A Harvard Business Review (HBR) study explains that the public wants nonprofits to be countercyclical.

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How to Create Agile Leadership at Your Nonprofit

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

The Nonprofit MBA Podcast PRESS RELEASE March 1, 2023 How to Create Agile Leadership at Your Nonprofit, Featuring Diane Leonard on The Nonprofit MBA Podcast Nonprofit organizations are increasingly adopting agile Leadership to achieve their mission and goals.

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What every small nonprofit leader needs to know

Grant Writing Made Easy

Small nonprofit leaders, watch this video to find out: + The #1 piece of advice that I give to folks who want to work with me who have budgets under $50k (and which they sometimes don’t want to hear.). +

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Unifying data to boost nonprofit fundraising outcomes

AWS Public Sector Blog

Data is currency, and today’s nonprofits have more data at their fingertips than ever before. From fundraising insights to beneficiary intelligence, to personalized communications, your nonprofit’s data can better support the activities that drive funding and resources toward your mission.

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AWS announces the 2023 AWS IMAGINE Grant funding cycle for nonprofits

AWS Public Sector Blog

Today at the IMAGINE: Nonprofit conference , Amazon Web Services (AWS) launched the 2023 AWS IMAGINE Grant cycle. Through the AWS IMAGINE Grant, AWS discovers nonprofits that are bringing high-impact technology projects to life.

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The elements of a strong nonprofit program design

Grant Writing Made Easy

If you’ve been in the nonprofit field for a while, then you’ve probably heard people say that you shouldn’t design a program in response to a grant opportunity. Before you launch a program, think about how you will define your scope in relation to the existing nonprofit ecosystem.

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Data Lake for Nonprofits – powered by AWS and Salesforce.org now available to help unleash data insights

AWS Public Sector Blog

Nonprofits are using the cloud for fundraising, donor and member management, and communications. To address this challenge, today Amazon Web Services (AWS) and AWS Partner Salesforce.org are announcing the general availability of Data Lake for Nonprofits – Powered by AWS.

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How one nonprofit uses AWS to amplify citizen advocacy across Africa

AWS Public Sector Blog

How the AWS Nonprofit Credit Program helped us. We took advantage of the AWS Nonprofit Credit Program , which offers qualified nonprofit organizations $1,000 each year in credit to cover eligible AWS service costs. Learn more about AWS for nonprofits.

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The Impact of COVID-19 on Nonprofits and Grant Making

Peak Proposals

Nonprofits, particularly small community-based organizations, struggle to fund their programs during a typical year. We’ve also included suggestions on how to ease the transition to remote work since many nonprofits are having to close their offices. Image by VektorKunst from Pixabay.

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Hosting streaming video for your nonprofit with Video on Demand on AWS 

AWS Public Sector Blog

Many nonprofit organizations rely on video content to spread their missions, boost membership, and raise funds. However, delivering video content to your audience at a large scale can be a daunting task for nonprofit organizations of all sizes.

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A guide to nonprofit end-of-year success

Grant Writing Made Easy

Today is Giving Tuesday, one of the most important days of the year for the nonprofit sector. I know the nonprofit end-of-year responsibilities can be a lot to juggle, so this post is penned in appreciation of all you do and with the hopes of helping you keep your head above water.

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4 Software Tools For Better Nonprofit Grant Management

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Managing multiple grant applications at once can be challenging for even seasoned nonprofit professionals. Ultimately, there are too many components to the grant management process for a nonprofit’s team to handle multiple applications without the proper tools.

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How AWS is supporting nonprofits, governments, and communities impacted by Hurricane Ian

AWS Public Sector Blog

Increasing work capacity The AWS Disaster Preparedness and Response team organized volunteers across AWS to support the disaster relief nonprofit Crisis Cleanup. On September 28, 2022, Hurricane Ian made landfall in Southwest Florida.

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How to Build a Successful Nonprofit

Grant Training Center

The key to maintaining a successful nonprofit organization is to have a diverse fundraising strategy that builds upon your organization’s core strengths and resources. The post How to Build a Successful Nonprofit appeared first on Grant Training Center Blog.

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What does a grant writing consultant do?

Professional Grant Writer

Many nonprofits turn to a grant writing consultant to assist with fundraising efforts, rather than hiring a someone to do the work full-time, The post What does a grant writing consultant do?

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How to prepare for a successful foundation site visit

Professional Grant Writer

Grant Readiness Grant Writing Nonprofit Fundraising Nonprofit World first time grant writers foundation relations grant readiness grant writing nonprofitsFoundations and other funders may request a site visit before they approve funding for a grant.

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Showing appreciation for our veteran community through training and nonprofit support

AWS Public Sector Blog

From supporting veteran service organizations and nonprofits to providing training to active-duty and reservist service members, government civilians, transitioning veterans, and military spouses, AWS is dedicated to serving the military and veteran community.

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FEMA releases Notice of Funding Opportunity for FY 2023 Nonprofit Security Grant Program

VDEM (Virgina Department of Emergency Management)

RICHMOND – FEMA has released the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the FY 2023 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP). in funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to eligible nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of terrorist attack in Virginia. This grant provides $152.5M

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What to include in a letter of support for a grant

Professional Grant Writer

Federal Grants Foundation Grants Grant Writing Tips Nonprofit World federal grants government grants grant writing letter of support nonprofits

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Should you hire a contract grant writer?

Professional Grant Writer

Nonprofits large and small often find it beneficial to hire a contract grant writer, someone outside the organization. Grant Writing Tips Nonprofit World grant prospect research grant writing hiring a grant writer nonprofits

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How to make your grant proposal stand out

Professional Grant Writer

Grant Writing Tips Nonprofit World grant writing nonprofitsWe received a great question from a Twitter follower recently: What is the most important thing to mention in a grant request letter.

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Aligning your grant narrative and grant budget

Professional Grant Writer

Grant Writing Life Grant Writing Tips Nonprofit World grant writing nonprofitsThe grant budget is often a sticking point in grant writing, whether for a foundation or a large federal grant. Inexperienced grant writers.