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Case Study Writing for Non-profit Grant Applications
Funders read dozens of applications. A compelling case study makes yours unforgettable.
How to Build a Grant Calendar and Pipeline Management System
Without a systematic pipeline, grant development is chaos. Here is how to build the system that changes everything.
The Non-profit Startup Checklist: Everything You Need Before Your First Grant
Skip the scrambling. This complete checklist covers every document, system, and policy you need before applying for grants.
How to Write a Concept Note That Gets You Invited to Submit a Full Proposal
A concept note is your foot in the door. Here's how to write one that makes funders eager to learn more.
Creating a Non-profit Data Protection and Privacy Policy
Data protection is a legal and ethical requirement that many Non-profits still treat as an afterthought.
Your First Grant Application: A Step-by-Step Survival Guide
Submitting your first grant application is overwhelming. Here's exactly what to do, in what order, to get it right.
How to Develop a Non-profit Communications Strategy That Supports Fundraising
Your communications strategy should be your most powerful fundraising tool. Here's how to build it.
Accessing Grants for Indigenous Rights and Land Defense Organizations
Indigenous rights funders are a distinct and growing funding community with specific expectations. Here is what you need to know.
Understanding Non-profit Governance: A Staff Leader's Guide
Most staff leaders are confused about how governance works. Understanding it transforms your effectiveness.
How to Build a High-Performing Non-profit Team on a Tight Budget
The best Non-profit teams are not the best-paid. They are the best-led. Here is how to build one.
How to Investigate a Suspicious Grant Offer Before Responding
Due diligence before responding to any grant offer protects your organization from costly mistakes.
Grant Disallowances: Prevention and How to Respond
Grant disallowances cost Non-profits millions every year. Here is how to prevent them — and respond when they happen.