Should your organization hire a certified grant writer?
As organizations review the credentials and experience of grant writers—whether they're looking to bring one in-house or hire a freelancer—the question of certification...
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Four red flags in nonprofit grant readiness
So much of grant writing is about more than just great writing. Grant success truly hinges on a perfectly packaged grant from a...
Should you hire a contract grant writer?
Nonprofits large and small often find it beneficial to hire a contract grant writer, someone outside the organization. It can save money and...
What does a grant writing consultant do?
Many nonprofits turn to a grant writing consultant to assist with fundraising efforts, rather than hiring a someone to do the work full-time,...
Aligning your grant narrative and grant budget
The grant budget is often a sticking point in grant writing, whether for a foundation or a large federal grant. Inexperienced grant writers...
What to include in a letter of support for a grant
Some grant applications ask for a letter of support or commitment when there's a partner organization or multiple stakeholders involved in a project....
Become a grant reviewer and improve your grant writing skills
Sometimes grant writers are consumed by their work, becoming too close to their subject matter. When this happens, they stop looking at it...
How to make your grant proposal stand out
We received a great question from a Twitter follower recently: What is the most important thing to mention in a grant request letter...
Should I hire a grant writing company or individual?
I'm often asked, "Why should we hire a grant writing company versus an individual?" Of course, as a grant writing company, we are...
How to prepare for a successful foundation site visit
Foundations and other funders may request a site visit before they approve funding for a grant. This is often a typical part of...