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To get through the grant cycle, research is critical in the process to get to the next step of finding credible and positive grant opportunities that will ultimately lead to grant funding for your organization. #grantresearch #grants2024 #grantconsultingservices

To get through the grant cycle, research is critical in the process to get to the next step of finding credible and positive grant opportunities that will ultimately lead to grant funding for your organization. #grantresearch #grants2024 #grantconsultingservices

In 2021, the #AspenLatinos program at The Aspen Institute launched the City Action Lab as a market-making endeavor to accelerate community wealth-building. A research initiative that came out of the City Action Lab was the development of a Procurement Playbook in partnership with Drexel University Nowak Metro Finance Lab. The playbook was implemented in San Antonio and El Paso to drive systems change in the public procurement landscape and accelerate the growth of minority-owned businesses. These playbooks augmented the depth of understanding of the field among local decision-makers and equipped them with policy tools for transformative policy and institutional interventions. Read the latest newsletter for lessons learned from these initiatives and insights on how these playbooks can serve as a national model for leveraging procurement to generate prosperity for local businesses: https://lnkd.in/encsPehX

I tell every single one of my clients to meet with a funder before they apply for a grant and more and more funders are offering this as a service. Why? Because it’s a win-win. By meeting with a funder you will submit a better application - guaranteed. I can’t count how many times I've met with a funder who helped clarify a project, influenced the request, or inform us that we weren’t ready to apply. This saves everyone time and resources. So you set a meeting up with a funder - now what? Check out Step Up Insider to learn the KEY questions to ask a funder that will help position your grant for a higher chance of success. https://buff.ly/3UW4gCk

The latest IHE/Hanover survey of higher education CBOs provides some interesting findings. Notably, 78% of private nonprofit CBOs are optimistic about their institution's prospects over the next three years, yet only 49% anticipate reporting a positive financial margin next year. Considering their reliance on increased enrollment and improved net tuition revenue as primary growth drivers, this raises a question about potential over-optimism within the response group.

Ever wondered where most of the grant money is flowing? 💸 Our latest Instrumentl Insights Report analyzed 17,000 grants to uncover the top private funding areas. Here's what we found: 🎓 Education, Arts & Culture, and Social Services lead with the most grants available. 🏥 Healthcare Access & Delivery is where the big money is, with over $340 million in available funding! 🛠 Project and Program grants dominate, making up a third of all funding. 📈 💰 Research and Training/Capacity Building grants have the largest average grant sizes. Access the full report in the comments. 👇

Telling the story of the difference you are making is essential to securing funding to increase your impact. In this video, Sheri Chaney Jones talks about what 3 different funders want grantees to share in grant proposals. #impactmeasurement

The Demand for Educational Facilities in Australia: Opportunities and Challenges for Private Schools 🏫 The Australian population is expanding rapidly, and the demand for educational facilities is outpacing supply. To bridge this gap, state governments are incentivising private schools to step in and start up, build, and contribute to growing communities. For new and existing private schools, this scenario provides both opportunities and challenges. The model relies on a combination of government funding, bank loans, and community and individual donations. However, many schools struggle to effectively raise funds from the community and individuals due to several common mistakes. Common Fundraising Mistakes and Solutions: 1️⃣Lack of Clear Vision and Communication: Schools often fail to clearly articulate their mission, vision, and the specific needs for which they are raising funds. 2️⃣Insufficient Engagement with the Community: Schools sometimes do not engage deeply enough with their community, leading to a lack of trust and support. 3️⃣Overreliance on a Few Funding Sources: Relying too heavily on a small number of donors or funding sources can be risky. 4️⃣Neglecting Digital Fundraising: Many schools do not leverage the power of digital tools and social media for fundraising. 5️⃣Lack of Professional Fundraising Strategies: Approaching fundraising without a strategic plan can lead to inefficiency and lower success rates. One effective solution to these challenges is the THE LEAD ICON's B Scale Program. This program is designed to help navigate the complexities of fundraising by providing tailored strategies and support. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gbygf66n #THELEADICON

Raise your hand if you’ve ever been frustrated because a funder website: ▪️Sent you round and round but never gave you information on their grant funding process ▪️Shared who they awarded grants to, but never gave information on their grant application process ▪️Told you they have shut down their open application process while they are conducting a new strategic planning process ▪️Hid the fact that they don’t accept unsolicited proposals, wasting your precious time reading a million other things before stumbling on that tidbit ▪️Did not share any contact information ▪️Provided a list of Frequently Asked Questions that don’t answer a single question you have about their grant funding process Now that you’re raising your hand, know you’re not alone. In January, I joined Boyd Grants as their part-time Research Specialist, and since then I’ve been knee deep in grant prospect research projects. And let me tell you, the more I dig, the more I wish funders would understand the work of grant seekers. If I could wave my magic wand and “fix” a few things, these would be at the top of my list. Continue reading here: https://bit.ly/3xFhyeO

Great tips on how to prioritize grant opportunities! 🤞 you get the grant, Griffin Botts!