Grant writing for schools and educational institutions: What funders want to see
Schools and educational institutions across the United States have access to a substantial pool of grant funding from federal agencies, private foundations, state...
When funders say no: What the rejection letter tells you (and what it doesn’t)
Grant rejection is one of the most common experiences in the funding world. The industry average acceptance rate sits at roughly one in...
How the federal funding pullback is reshaping private foundation grants in 2026
There's been a fundamental shift in the grant funding landscape across the United States. The federal government, long considered the most reliable source...
In-house vs outsourced grant writing: What works better?
Should your nonprofit hire an in-house grant writer or outsource to a consultant? For grant-seeking organizations across the United States, that's the decision...
The future of grant writing: Trends nonprofits need to know
Quick answer The future of grant writing for nonprofits is being shaped by four major forces: AI-assisted research and drafting, funder demand for measurable...
When to reapply after a rejection: A grant writer’s decision framework
Rejection is a common part of the grant writing process. Even strong proposals may not receive funding, often due to limited resources or...
What to include in a letter of support for a grant
Letters of support can play a critical role in strengthening a grant application, especially when partnerships or collaborations are involved. While they may...
Examples of strong smart objectives for nonprofits
Once nonprofits understand the SMART framework, the next step is learning how to apply it in real program objectives. SMART objectives help funders...
How small nonprofits can compete for big grants
Compared to their household name counterparts, small nonprofits frequently face tight budgets, lean staffing, and limited visibility. With fewer development resources, they often...
Why AI-written grant proposals are getting rejected (and how to write better ones)
Funders are drowning in proposals. As AI makes grant writing faster and cheaper, submission volumes have skyrocketed—but most applications now look identical. Generic...