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Grant Writing for Non-Profits

Grant Writing 101: How to Forge Connections with Funders [Video]

Struggling to figure out how to gain traction as a nonprofit grant writer? Feeling like you’re lost in the shuffle and your efforts aren’t paying off? Burnout doesn’t have to be the norm. 🤯 Learn how the Organic Networking Framework can change the game for you as an in-house nonprofit grant writer. 🗝️ You’ll transform from feeling overlooked to being on the path to winning more grants and never having to doubt your impact again. 💡 Stick around to uncover the secrets to making your efforts count and truly excelling in your grant writing role. Curious how you can support as an in-house nonprofit grant writer? Here is a training on how to win more funding while writing less proposals:👉 https://www.learngrantwriting.org/nonprofit-grant-writer/More videos like this?➡️ 7 Grant Writing Tips For Nonprofit Organizations New to The Grant Scene & Looking to Win Funding👉 https://youtu.be/D77eU327jD0➡️ Funder Panel Discussion: The Full Scoop On Insider Advice For Writing Winning Grant Proposals 💯🙌👉 https://youtu.be/VYleuRGghYMSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnGrantWriting?sub_confirmation=1 Once upon a time, a grant writer unearthed a big problem: there were no options for learning to write grants in a modern, refreshing way. Existing options were “old school” and expensive.The idea? Create an online learning experience that makes grant writing approachable and fun.Learn Grant Writing was founded on the belief that our time should be spent adding real value to our communities and leading fulfilling lives.You’re in the right place if you want to…🔸 explore your curiosity🔸 change careers🔸 freelance grant write🔸 volunteer, or🔸 improve an existing skill.No sugar coating it! Grant writing is hard work. But, if it fits your personality and goals, it can be life changing. Getting professionally trained in grant writing can save you years of mistakes and lost grants, make you indispensable, and give you wonderful lifestyle flexibility. You can become a grant writing unicorn 🦄 faster than you might realize. Learn more: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/Subscribe for new weekly videos: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnGrantWriting?sub_confirmation=1 Watch this video about Grant Writing for Beginners: https://youtu.be/MBRrCwOuM00Learn the 7 Steps to Writing a Grant: https://studio.youtube.com/playlist/PLdG9L-lMwx_iCIOdD4oKpTXjpivrLClp-Free Grant Writing Course: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course/Write Grants. Get Paid: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/webinar-videos/discover-grant-writing/Let’s Connect…Website: https://www.learngrantwriting.org/Podcast: insert linkLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/senecaworks/IG: https://www.instagram.com/learngrantwriting/FB: https://web.facebook.com/learngrantwriting.org/🧡 The Team at Learn Grant Writing00:00 Introduction01:03 Why You NEED To Build Relationships With Funders01:22 How Meredith Learned A Lesson the Hard Way02:08 Takeaways from Meredith’s Experience02:53 Learn the Organic Networking Framework03:12 STEP 1: Build a Contact List03:33 STEP 2: Reach out for Informational Interviews04:35 STEP 3: Take Action When There’s Opportunity04:54 STEP 4: Talk About Yourself Effectively05:06 Tangible Transformation Sentence (TTS)06:33 Powerful AI Tools in Store For You

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Fundraising for Non-profits

Tools for Growth and Development [Video]

Step into the world of strategic empowerment with our exclusive webinar: "Business Planning: Tools for Growth and Development." Learn how to make your NGO stronger and more effective with our step-by-step guide. We'll show you why business planning is so important for NGOs and give you practical skills to boost your organization's success. Don't miss out on this chance to take your NGO to the next level. Let's build a better future together! Book your seats now: https://webinars.fundsforngospremium.com/webinar-on-business-planning-tools-for-growth-and-development/

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Resources for Nonprofit Directors

Nonprofit’s Questions Of The Week! [Video]

Host Jarrett Ransom and Guest LaShonda Williams dig deep, eagerly tackling questions submitted by nonprofits, demonstrating their passion for supporting and empowering organizations in the sector. The conversation kicks off with a focus on community engagement, as LaShonda advises a nonprofit leader on the savvy idea of leveraging board members to facilitate introductions to key community leaders. Emphasizing the need for swift action, she recommends accelerating the timeframe to maximize the impact of these networking efforts. Moving on to donor management, LaShonda and Jarrett provide valuable insights into the ideal number of donors in a development officer's portfolio. Stressing the importance of quality over quantity, they explore strategies for effectively balancing workload and personalization in donor relationships. They also discuss the merits of collaboration within development teams, advocating for regular meetings to strategize and optimize portfolio management. The conversation extends to organizational challenges, such as navigating leadership transitions and ethical dilemmas. LaShonda offers thoughtful guidance on maintaining confidentiality and fostering transparent communication in sensitive situations involving board members and CEOs. The duo also explores the concept of milestone marketing, celebrating organizations' anniversaries as an opportunity to showcase achievements, recognize supporters, and attract new donors. They illuminate the potential of milestone events to generate awareness and engagement, even on a modest budget. Towards the end of the episode, LaShonda and Jarrett shine a spotlight on the upcoming Cultivate conference, organized by Fundraising Academy. They invite listeners to participate in this enriching event, which promises to offer valuable insights, networking opportunities, and practical strategies for nonprofit professionals. LaShonda Williams, MPA and CFRE, and trainer at Fundraising Academy, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the discussion. She highlights the importance of equipping professionals with essential tools to establish and sustain meaningful relationships with donors, ultimately enhancing their organizations' impact. You can also listen to the show on your favorite podcast channel. Additionally, the American Nonprofit Academy provides news, inspiration, and training for the nonprofit and social impact community. #fundraising #nonprofit #socialimpact

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Fundraising for Non-profits

NEW WEBINAR: Writing a Strong Funding Proposal through good Project Design [Video]

Get ready for the new webinar from fundsforNGOs PREMIUM and ramp up your grant proposals! Whether you’re new to grant writing or a seasoned pro, this session will equip you with the skills to develop compelling proposals. Learn how to address root causes, conduct effective research, and ensure project sustainability. Join us to take your grant writing skills to the next level. For registration, click here: https://webinars.fundsforngospremium.com/webinar-on-writing-a-strong-funding-proposal-through-good-project-design/

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Resources for Nonprofit Directors

First Quad Cities nonprofit cat lounge receives help from the community to open sooner [Video]

A nonprofit cat lounge is making its way into the Quad Cities. Its the first of of its kind in the area. To open, the owner of Books & Meows needed help from the community. Its going to be a used book store cat lounge, said Nicole Puryear, owner of Books & Meows. Well have []

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Resources for Nonprofit Directors

Digital fundraising trends for 2024 | Webinar [Video]

The world of digital fundraising never stays still. There are always new tools, new technologies, and new techniques to get to grips with, all posing the possibility to revolutionise the way charities fundraise to support their mission. In 2023, charities experienced another tumultuous year, continuing to raise funds amid an ongoing cost-of-living crisis, navigating growing financial uncertainty, and innovating with new income streams. But 2024 is a year for consolidation. As the economy shows promising signs of recovery, charities can begin to not only survive, but thrive as well. In this webinar, sponsored by PIR.org, we explore the core trends for digital fundraising in 2024 and highlight the best ways for charities to stay ahead of the curve and boost their income along the way. Attendees can expect to learn: -Fundraising lessons we’ve learned in 2023 -What’s new for digital fundraising in 2024 -Social media trends, Gaming for Good, and much more