One funder’s great guidelines, timeline and communication. Last month, our regional community foundation posted a grant opportunity that had a fantastic process. Curious how that can look? Read on. Fast Funding Decisions Here’s the timeline for the Marin Community Foundation’s Community Power Initiative: February 20 – RFP posted and applications open. April 5 – Read more…
Free Grantwriting Resources Here are some no-cost resources to help you find funders and write great grants. Learn online and on your schedule. Use templates to create compelling language for your proposals. Talk with leaders and peers in your field. Low-Cost Resources Recruit a volunteer grantwriter. Grantwriting is a virtual opportunity where you can Read more…
Melanie Hamburger and the team at Community Grantwriters create unique tools – many of them are free! – to help you build revenue for your nonprofit’s important work. Proposals to Make Your Nonprofit Shine Telling your story succinctly in a way that conveys the impact you create isn’t easy. But a well-written Read more…
Funder Follies is about some of the funny things that happen in fundraising. As a fundraiser for 30+ years for amazing nonprofits, I have seen some crazy stuff from donors “doing good.” But here’s the folly: How can nonprofits talk about it without fear of losing funding? Subscribe to a Read more…
Stream how-to videos to inform and inspire your fundraising Our @CommunityGrantwriters YouTube channel has how-to videos with tips and tricks on fundraising, and we’re always adding more. Suggestions on future topics? Email Melanie or book time to talk with her and share your ideas!