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Project Budgeting for New Grant Writers

Peak Proposals

There may not be a division of responsibilities between the cost and narrative proposals at a small nonprofit, leaving the project lead (or the grant writer) to both write the proposal narrative and prepare the budget. How to Prepare a Project Budget for a Grant Proposal 1.

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What Should You Be Doing: Fundraising or Pursuing Grant Money?

Peak Proposals

, you have three primary options for raising funds: 1) you can solicit donations from individuals, 2) you can submit proposals to foundations and government agencies to receive grant funding, or 3) you can hold fundraising campaigns and community events to collect donations. What Does Fundraising Involve?

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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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Does Revenue Diversification Actually Work for Nonprofits?

Peak Proposals

There’s no question that several sources of income provide better financial security than having a single source. Some diversification is going to be required if your organization depends on grant funding because funders typically cap the amount of money that can go toward general operating expenses.

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Three Tips for Better Grants Through Storytelling AND Data

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Once upon a time in the kingdom of Grantlandia lived a lonely grant scribe who yearned to convince King Thomas the Tightfisted and Queen Attachmentia Excessiva to release their treasure to the people so that all could prosper. And isn’t securing more transformational grants the happy ending we all want? Census Bureau.

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2022 Top Grant Writing Blogs

DH Leonard Consulting & Grant Writing Services

Ultimately we want you to have as many resources available to help you and the organization(s) you work with to secure more grants in a less stressful and more sustainable way. Fundraising HayDay. Grant Professional Association. Grant Training Center. Grants 4 Good. Professional Grant Writers.

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How Does Grant Writing Certification Give Grant Writers an Edge in the Job Market?

Grant Central USA

In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of being a certified grant writer, the opportunities it can unlock, and how it can enhance your professional credibility. So, whether you're a novice grant writer or a seasoned professional seeking to advance your career, this blog is for you.