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10 Insider Tips for Experienced Fundraisers in Grant Seeking

For experienced fundraising leaders, the key to continued success in grant seeking is refinement and adaptation....

Federal Grant Writing, Grant Prospect Research

What Grant Seekers Need to Know Now – and What to Do About It

by Lauren Steiner I’ve been tracking critical signals from Washington—and from the broader economy—that point to growing challenges for grant-funded organizations. Mitch Stein ’s dispatch from Capitol Hill offers a must-read: after 16 meetings with congressional offices, he shares a...

Facing a Fundraising Gap? Here’s How Grants Can Help – And How They Can’t

When a revenue source dries up, it’s natural to look at grants as a lifeline. And sometimes, they can be. But let’s be clear: grants are not an instant plug-and-play fix for a budget shortfall...

Grant Prospect Research, Grant Writing Support, Partner Plan

Is Your Grants Program Underperforming? How to Know — And What to Do About It

If your grants program is underperforming, it is not too late to reassess your grant strategy and improve your chances for success. Below are some useful insights and tips from Grants Plus Founder and CEO, Lauren Steiner, on evaluating and...

Federal Grant Writing, Grant Prospect Research, Grant Writing Support

10 Ways to Strengthen Your Grants Program in 2025

As nonprofits continue to face funding uncertainty, many are left wondering how to navigate the shifting grant landscape. Grants Plus Founder and CEO, Lauren Steiner, breaks down the latest trends, common pitfalls, and winning strategies to secure funding in 2025...

Federal Grant Writing

Federal Funding Uncertainty: How to Assess the Risks and Respond Strategically

Now, more than ever, it is critical for nonprofits to explore strategies they can implement to assess the challenges they face and pivot to survive the potential federal grant funding cuts....

Why You Should Take a Major Gifts Approach to Grant Seeking

By embracing a partnership mindset, you position your organization not just as a grantee but as a valuable ally in achieving mutual goals. ...

Transformation or Obsolescence: The Nonprofit Digital Imperative

In an era marked by digital acceleration, the integration of technology is critical for enhancing operational efficiency and expanding outreach capabilities....

The Rising Tide of Outcome-Based Funding in Philanthropy

The rise of outcome-based funding is reshaping the ethos of nonprofit funding, placing a premium on clear, quantifiable results....

The Proven Edge in Grant Seeking: Building Strong Funder Relationships

In a sector driven by visions of a better world, the ability to foster authentic relationships with those who share our ideals is perhaps the most invaluable currency of all....

Striking the Perfect Balance: How to Marry Innovation with Evidence in Grant Proposals

Three strategies for how to present fresh concepts – while proving they’re grounded in best practices – into your grant proposals....

MacKenzie Scott’s Philanthropy Pushes Institutional Funders Toward Bold Change

While no single approach can address the complexities of societal challenges, Scott’s model has sparked a conversation that institutional funders cannot ignore. ...

Federal Grant Writing

8 Steps for Government Grant Funding Success

To improve your chances of securing government funding, a structured and thorough approach is essential....