Know your audience. This is the number one rule in communications. At its core, grant writing is communication. Your application should effectively communicate your organization, program(s), goals, and outcomes to a targeted “audience” of reviewers, trustees, or...

Writing Tips and Best Practices for the Key Personnel Section in a Government Grant The Key Personnel Section is one of the most scrutinized parts of a government grant proposal. To maximize its effectiveness, it must be well-written, clear, and strategically aligned...

Importance of the Editing and Review Process for Government Grants The editing and review process for a government grant proposal is critical to ensuring that the proposal is polished, coherent, and ready for submission. Government grant reviewers expect clarity,...

Key Points: 1. Overview of the Grant Management Kickstart Package Managing grants effectively requires more than just tracking expenses—it demands a well-structured approach that ensures compliance, timely reporting, and clear communication. Our Grant Management...

Objective: Successful grant management doesn’t just depend on the right tools; it also requires clear roles and responsibilities from the very beginning. In this blog post, we’ll explore how defining roles early, setting up clear reporting and invoicing timelines, and...

Objective: Managing multiple grants simultaneously is a common challenge for organizations, particularly nonprofits, municipalities, and educational institutions. Each grant comes with its own set of rules, reporting requirements, and timelines, making it difficult to...

Objective: Grant compliance is a critical aspect of managing any funding, especially when dealing with federal, state, or large foundation grants. Each grant comes with unique reporting rules, documentation requirements, and compliance regulations that must be...

According to Psychology Today, “A growth mindset, as conceived by Stanford psychologist Carol Dweck and colleagues, is the belief that a person's capacities and talents can be improved over time.” I first encountered the idea of a growth mindset in one of my...

Objective: Grant management is a complex process, and even seasoned professionals can fall into certain pitfalls that lead to inefficiencies, compliance issues, or even funding losses. In this post, we'll explore five common grant management mistakes and provide...

In today's blog post, we're diving into the world of federal grants and exploring how organizations can assess their readiness to pursue these valuable funding opportunities. We'll also unpack the phases of the grant lifecycle to help you better understand what to...