How to run a successful grant writing program
Grant writing success is the unicorn of the nonprofit world. Any experienced grant writer knows well the frustrations, struggles, and challenges that come...
Life as a grant writer
The 5 basic steps of the grant writing process
Many newly established organizations (and established entities that have never written grants) are in the dark about what is involved in grant writing...
Build a true partnership with a grant writer
Grant writing is a collaboration between your consultant and your whole staff. To build a true partnership with a grant writer, put communication...
What are the stages of the grant writing process?
Securing grant funding for projects and initiatives can be a multi-step endeavor. While the steps and process may vary a bit depending on...
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...
How hard is it to write a grant?
Writing a grant proposal can be a time-consuming and complex process. Grant writing involves a series of steps, from developing an idea to...
Is it ok to get creative with grant proposals?
As writers, we may be inclined to experiment with form sometimes, breaking out of the usual rote, technical format. But is it ok...
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,...
How to work with a contract grant writer
As professional grant writers, we've been asked to do everything under the sun when preparing a grant; some things are reasonable, and others...
6 questions to ask a grant writer applicant
More nonprofits are open to the idea of hiring a freelance grant writer for their organization. Here's our list of six questions to...
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