Navigating the grant proposal process can seem daunting, especially for those new to the nonprofit sector. However, understanding the fundamental components of this process is crucial for securing funding. At its core, a grant proposal is a formal request for financial assistance from a government agency, foundation, or corporation. It typically … [Read more...] about Building a Budget Plan for Your Nonprofit’s Grant Proposal
Latest Grants for Materials
The latest and upcoming grants, awards, fellowships, and other opportunities and resources in the area of Materials for nonprofits, businesses, institutions, and individuals in the United States.
Justifying Administrative Costs in Grant Proposals
Administrative costs are an essential component of grant proposals, yet they often remain misunderstood or underrepresented. These costs encompass a wide range of expenses that are necessary for the effective management and execution of a project. They include salaries for administrative staff, office supplies, utilities, and other overhead … [Read more...] about Justifying Administrative Costs in Grant Proposals
How to Demonstrate Tangible Impact in Grant Proposals for US Nonprofits
To successfully secure funding, it is crucial to have a deep understanding of the grantor's priorities. Each funding organization has its own mission, vision, and set of values that guide its decision-making process. Begin by thoroughly researching the grantor’s past funding initiatives, their target populations, and the specific issues they aim to … [Read more...] about How to Demonstrate Tangible Impact in Grant Proposals for US Nonprofits
Writing Executive Summaries That Capture Funders’ Attention
An executive summary serves as a critical component of any business document, providing a succinct overview of the main points and objectives. Its primary purpose is to distill complex information into a format that is easily digestible for busy stakeholders, decision-makers, or potential investors. By summarizing the essential elements of a … [Read more...] about Writing Executive Summaries That Capture Funders’ Attention
Aligning Your Nonprofit’s Mission with Donor Priorities
Navigating the donor landscape is crucial for any nonprofit organization aiming to secure funding and support. The donor landscape is diverse, encompassing individuals, corporations, foundations, and government entities, each with unique motivations and expectations. Understanding this landscape involves recognizing the various types of donors and … [Read more...] about Aligning Your Nonprofit’s Mission with Donor Priorities
Creating Case Studies to Highlight Your Nonprofit’s Success
Case studies serve as powerful tools for nonprofits, providing a detailed examination of specific instances where organizations have made a significant impact. They allow nonprofits to showcase their work, highlight successes, and demonstrate the effectiveness of their programs. By presenting real-life examples, case studies can engage potential … [Read more...] about Creating Case Studies to Highlight Your Nonprofit’s Success
2024-25 Inspired Teacher Grant Program (California)
The 2024-25 Inspired Teacher Grant Program presents an opportunity for Orange County public school teachers to seek funding for projects, field trips, tools, materials or ideas that will present an enrichment opportunity for their students & enhance the educational experience of their classroom, department, or school. Donor Name: Orange … [Read more...] about 2024-25 Inspired Teacher Grant Program (California)
P.S. You Are Here (PSYAH) Program – Colorado
The Denver Arts & Venues (DAV) launched P.S. You Are Here (PSYAH), a creative placemaking program supporting short-term, collaborative and community-led projects that engage the public to transform Denver’s outdoor public spaces. Donor Name: Denver Arts & Venues (DAV) State: Colorado County: Denver County … [Read more...] about P.S. You Are Here (PSYAH) Program – Colorado
State of the Arts Grants Program – Florida
The St. Johns Cultural Council State of the Arts (SOTA) Grant Program annually funds grants for artist professional development and arts, culture, and heritage projects in St. Johns County, Florida. Donor Name: St. Johns Cultural Council State: Florida County: Saint Johns County (FL) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/30/2024 Size … [Read more...] about State of the Arts Grants Program – Florida
Pennsylvania: Westmoreland County Tourism Grant Program 2025
The GO Laurel Highlands (GO LH) is accepting applications for its Westmoreland County Tourism Grant Program to increase visitation to Westmoreland County and the Laurel Highlands resulting in positive economic impact and supporting jobs in the tourism sector. Donor Name: GO Laurel Highlands (GO LH) State: Pennsylvania County: Westmoreland … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania: Westmoreland County Tourism Grant Program 2025
Grants to Improve Lives of Young Children
The Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood provides grants to implement those imaginative proposals that exhibit the greatest chance of improving the lives of young children, on a national scale. Donor Name: Caplan Foundation for Early Childhood State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/30/2024 Size … [Read more...] about Grants to Improve Lives of Young Children
CDBG Coronavirus Healthy Houses Program – Illinois
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is soliciting applications for the Healthy Houses program which is funded by the federal Community Development Block Grant-Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) Funds through the State of Illinois’ Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Office of Community Development. Donor Name: Illinois … [Read more...] about CDBG Coronavirus Healthy Houses Program – Illinois
2024 Bi-Monthly Community Impact Micro Grants – New York
The Huntington Arts Council is seeking applications for its 2024 Bi-Monthly Community Impact Micro Grants. Donor Name: Huntington Arts Council State: New York County: Nassau County (NY), Suffolk County (NY) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/27/2024 Size of the Grant: Less than $1000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not … [Read more...] about 2024 Bi-Monthly Community Impact Micro Grants – New York
2025 Conservation Partners Legacy (CPL) Grant Program – Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is providing the Expedited Conservation Project Grant Program to local, regional, state, and national non-profit organizations and government entities. Donor Name: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources State: Minnesota County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: … [Read more...] about 2025 Conservation Partners Legacy (CPL) Grant Program – Minnesota
Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund’s Dash Grants Program
The Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund’s Dash Grants Program focuses its grantmaking and work in Coös County, NH and communities in New Hampshire, Maine and Vermont that share a border with Coös County. Donor Name: New Hampshire Charitable Foundation State: Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont County: Coos County (NH) Type of Grant: … [Read more...] about Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund’s Dash Grants Program
Call for applications for Artist Support Grants (North Carolina)
The Emerge Gallery and Art Center is accepting applications for its Artist Support Grants was created to provide direct support to individual artists during and following the COVID-19 pandemic. Donor Name: Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge (PCAC) State: North Carolina County: Edgecombe County (NC), Greene County (NC), Nash County (NC), … [Read more...] about Call for applications for Artist Support Grants (North Carolina)
Call for Proposals for Meyer Memorial Trust Fund 2024 (Oregon)
The Meyer Memorial Trust is accepting applications for its Meyer's 2024 Funding Opportunity. Donor Name: Meyer Memorial Trust State: Oregon County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/23/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Meyer is opening a funding opportunity … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals for Meyer Memorial Trust Fund 2024 (Oregon)
2025 Disciplinary Hearing Officer Training for Corrections
The National Institute of Corrections (NIC) is seeking applications for funding under the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 to create training materials that will assist disciplinary hearing officers, institutional and agency leadership, and correctional staff in understanding the disciplinary hearing process better and their role. Donor Name: National … [Read more...] about 2025 Disciplinary Hearing Officer Training for Corrections
Framing the Future: Industrial Technologies Photo Contest
The American-Made Challenges is organizing Framing the Future: Industrial Technologies Photo Contest to document the latest advancements in decarbonization within the industrial sector. Donor Name: American-Made Challenges State: All States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Awards and Prizes Deadline: 11/22/2024 Size of the … [Read more...] about Framing the Future: Industrial Technologies Photo Contest
Request for Proposals for Traditional Grant Cycle 2025 (Minnesota)
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is requesting proposals for 2025 Tradition Grant Cycle. Donor Name: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources State: Minnesota County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/17/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 4 Years Details: The CPL … [Read more...] about Request for Proposals for Traditional Grant Cycle 2025 (Minnesota)
Applications open for Metro Grant Cycle in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is accepting applications for its Metro Grant Cycle. Donor Name: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources State: Minnesota County: Anoka County (MN), Carver County (MN), Dakota County (MN), Hennepin County (MN), Ramsey County (MN), Scott County (MN), Washington County (MN) Type of Grant: … [Read more...] about Applications open for Metro Grant Cycle in Minnesota
Request for Applications for Green Infrastructure Maintenance 2025 – District of Columbia
The Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) accepting applications for its grants to minimize stormwater pollution via the maintenance of green infrastructure (GI). Donor Name: District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment State: District of Columbia County: All Counties Type of Grant: … [Read more...] about Request for Applications for Green Infrastructure Maintenance 2025 – District of Columbia
2025 Summer Youth Program Fund – Indiana
Applicants are invited to apply for the Summer Youth Program Fund. Donor Name: Central Indiana Community Foundation State: Indiana County: Marion County (IN) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 10/18/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Every year, grants from the Summer … [Read more...] about 2025 Summer Youth Program Fund – Indiana
2025 Union County Local Arts Grants (New Jersey)
The Union County is accepting applications for its Local Arts Grants. Donor Name: Union County State: New Jersey County: Union County (NJ) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/24/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The Union County Board of County Commissioners, through the Cultural … [Read more...] about 2025 Union County Local Arts Grants (New Jersey)
Applicaitons open for Environmental Education and Conservation Fund – California
The Environmental Education and Conservation Fund seeks to raise awareness about the natural world through education and to address important conservation issues directly. Donor Name: Community Foundation of Mendocino County State: California County: Mendocino County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 09/16/2024 Size of the … [Read more...] about Applicaitons open for Environmental Education and Conservation Fund – California
