COMMON QUESTIONS ASKED BY GRANT REVIEWERS
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/commonq.htm
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATIONS: HOW TO CREATE A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION
http://web.archive.org/web/20000829100914/
http://www.canr.msu.edu/jackson/Community+Dev/Resource+Notes/res_4.htm
A compilation of information about community foundations compiled by Les Schick, MSU County Extension Director - Jackson County. Part of a Resource Notes series identifying ways nonprofit organizations can expand their financial resources. Sections include:
Part I- What is a Foundation?
Part II - Advantages of Foundations
Part III - How to Form a Foundation
Part IV - Public Versus Private Foundation Status
Part V - Other Considerations
Part VI - Of Interest to County Cooperative Extension Service Programs
Part VII - Types of Foundations Objectives
Part VIII - Is There a Foundation in Your Future?
References
Still available courtesy of the Internet Archive.
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CONGRESSMAN FRED UPTON'S GRANT ASSISTANCE
GRANT AND FUNDING INFORMATION
http://www.house.gov/upton/grantinfo.htm
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CONGRESSMAN MIKE ROGER'S GRANTS AND FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE WEB PAGE
http://www.mikerogers.house.gov/
Note: To access this web page, click on Constituent Services on the left, Information for Constituents, and then the hypertext link.
This information web page, prepared by the Congressional Research Service for members of Congress, gives guidance and Internet resources on Federal grants & nonfinancial assistance, as well as on private foundation funding. The Audio/Slide Show "Grants Information for Constituents" provides overviews and tips, reviews key sources, and demonstrates researching and preparing a typical grant request.
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CONGRESSWOMAN NANCY PELOSI'S GRANT INFORMATION HOME PAGE
http://www.house.gov/pelosi/grants/crs-frameset.html
Note: To access this web page, click on Constituent Services on the left, Information for Constituents, and then the hypertext link.
This information web page, prepared by the Congressional Research Service for members of Congress, gives guidance and Internet resources on Federal grants & nonfinancial assistance, as well as on private foundation funding. The Audio/Slide Show "Grants Information for Constituents" provides overviews and tips, reviews key sources, and demonstrates researching and preparing a typical grant request.
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CONSULTANTS CAN STEER NONPROFITS DOWN THE FUNDRAISING ROAD
http://www.amcity.com/stlouis/stories/021698/focus3.html
When the Humane Society of Missouri decided to launch a $7 million capital campaign to raise money to build a new 93,000-square-foot facility, executive director Kent Robertson knew his administrative staff and board of directors would need help. An online article by Margie Manning from the St. Louis Business Journal, February 16, 1998.
Also listed under Fundraisers/Consultants.
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CONSULTING FEES FOR GRANT PROPOSAL WRITING
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/98winter/fees1.asp
How much to charge for grant preparation and research is a question that vexes both consultants and the organizations they work for. Members of TGCI-Forum, The Grantsmanship Center's online discussion group, offer their ideas and insights.
Also listed under Fundraisers/Consultants.
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CONSULTING OR CONTRACTING: KNOWING WHAT YOU NEED
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603134421/http://charitychannel.com/article_4041.shtml
In the nonprofit world, agencies may find themselves working with both consultants and contractors not recognizing the difference. Each fulfills an important function and both can bring immense value. At times, a person may function as both. I know I did. If your organization is considering bringing in an external resource, it is important to know what you want in advance to ensure the person you hire is capable of completing the work you need. Grants and Foundations Review, February 25, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
Also listed under Fundraisers/Consultants.
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THE COVER LETTER
http://web.archive.org/web/20030317090150/
www.email-reports.com/articles-archive/00000003.htm
A lot of time and energy is expended in creating a proposal. If the cover letter does not interest the funding agency or foundation reviewer, it is probable that the remainder of the proposal will never be read. Keep in mind that some of the larger foundations receive hundreds and even thousands of grant proposals annually, all requesting money for the submitters’ important projects. Therefore, to assure that the entire proposal be read and considered, write an attractive cover letter that grabs the attention of the initial screeners who wade through the large number of grant proposals received each funding period. Advice from Aaron K. Shaffer captured originally by Abe's Grant Report, Dec. 8, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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CRACKING THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603161444/http://charitychannel.com/article_119.shtml
We've all read about the community foundation boom in recent years--giving by community foundations has more than doubled since 1995--but how can you maximize this new stream of potential income for your organization? The character of community foundations differs dramatically from one to the next. They range from progressive to conservative, from straightforward to enigmatic. Their similarities lie in their commitment to the communities in which they serve, be they a city, county, region, or state. Advice from Susan Schaefer, CFRE, Grants and Foundations Review, March 26, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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CREATING A BUDGET FOR FUNDRAISING
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/titles/feature22_3.html
Octavia Morgan offers guidelines for estimating what it will cost to reach your fundraising goals, including two detailed charts that will help you estimate costs for fundraising activities and for building your infrastructure. Source: Grassroots Fundraising Journal, May/June 2003 issue.
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CREATING A BUDGET WITH THE BUDGET-CHALLENGED
http://web.archive.org/web/20040610080425/http://www.charitychannel.com/article_3642.shtml
When you are charged with preparing a grant proposal with a project director who is a grant-writing novice, one of the most challenging tasks you will have is developing an adequate budget. Those who are not used to thinking in monetary terms could be (at best) sketchy on details or (at worst) anxious and avoidant of the whole thing. The following tips can help you ease their discomfort AND prepare a budget that is sufficient to carry out the project. Article by Karen Hodge, Grants and Foundations Review, Feb 5, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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THE CULLER OF MONEY
http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/cover/2005/cover0617.html
Late-night infomercial clown Matthew Lesko has authored nearly 100 books on government grants. His formula? “I don’t write,” he says. “I plagiarize.”
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CULTIVATION: WHAT IT IS AND WHAT IT IS NOT
http://web.archive.org/web/20011218063844/
http://www.chardonpress.com/titles/feature18_5.html
An article by Kim Klein reprinted from the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Volume 18, Number 5, © Chardon Press, 1999.
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DATELINE NBC ON GRANT FINDING SCAM ARTISTS
http://web.archive.org/web/20020606153450/www.donordata.com/dateline.htm
Beware of offers to identify funders for a fee.
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DESIGNING SUCCESSFUL GRANT PROPOSALS
http://www2.dbruno.com:8000/download/Designing%20Successful%20Grant%20Proposals.doc
Subtitle: Logically and in the Least Amount of Time. Also called the Research Associate's Grant Writing Model. Practical advice from Mike DuBose, Research Associates, September 23, 2001.
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DEVELOPING A COMMUNITY PROFILE
Does your grant guideline call for a statement of need? Consider creating a "community profile book." At its simplest, the book is a collection of all of those interesting news articles and data reports about your community that you've clipped out over the months or years, as well as the individual stories you can tell about those you serve. That's what my book (actually, just a file folder at that point) was for a long time. But one year, with some time on my hands between deadlines, I decided to organize what I had -- and when I had done so, I saw some gaps that could easily be filled in. Since then, I've tried to keep a profile book for each community I've worked with.
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DEVELOPING A FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING STRATEGY
http://www.ncsc.info/newsletter/conference/fundraising.htm
Practical advice from Kelly Hurt, President of Kelly Hurt & Associates, Inc., a grantwriting and fundraising consulting agency.
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DEVELOPING A PLAN FOR FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
http://ctb.ku.edu/tools/en/sub_section_main_1297.htm
Sometimes, it seems like community work has a high price tag, and no one wants to foot the bill. There is so much change we want to see happen, but our finances are in such a sorry state that we're just trying to maintain what we've done so far. Staff is underpaid, overworked, and burning out; necessary programs are dropped or scaled back because there's no money; and closing the organization's doors is a constant fear in the back of everyone's mind. This goes on for years for many nonprofit groups; for others, the doors really do slam shut. Sound familiar? Our question in this section is, how can this be avoided? Or, if this is the reality your group is faced with, how can it be changed? Article by Jenette Nagy Edited by Tom Wolff and Phil Rabinowitz from the Community Toolbox.
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DEVELOPING AND WRITING GRANT PROPOSALS
http://12.46.245.173/pls/portal30/catalog.GRANT_PROPOSAL_DYN.show
This site, an appendix from the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance, provides guidance in formulating federal grant applications, including initial proposal development, basic components of a proposal, review recommendations, and referral to federal guidelines and literature.
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DEVELOPING AND WRITING GRANT PROPOSALS
http://www.usfa.fema.gov/downloads/pdf/write.pdf
The U.S. Fire Administration also provides advice from the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance.
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DEVELOPING QUALITY GRANT PROPOSALS
http://www.whitehouse.gov/government/fbci/quality_proposal.pdf
Washington, D.C. : White House Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, [2003?]. 62pp.
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DEVELOPING SUCCESSFUL PARTNERSHIPS WITH YOUR DONORS
http://www.ncsc.info/newsletter/conference/fundraising.htm
Donors are the lifeblood of every nonprofit organization. Yet, many nonprofits see donors only as funding sources when, in fact, they have much more to offer. By providing several opportunities for donors to get involved with your organization, you will help them achieve their philanthropic goals while simultaneously helping you achieve your organization’s goals. Practical advice from Kelly Hurt, President of Kelly Hurt & Associates, Inc., a grantwriting and fundraising consulting agency.
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DEVELOPMENT AUDIT
http://web.archive.org/web/20010804224914/
www.gillfoundation.org/helpinghands/og01hh01.htm
This interactive audit will help you assess the fundraising strengths and weaknesses of your organization. Courtesy of the Gill Foundation. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SOURCES OF FUNDING
http://literacy.kent.edu/Oasis/grants/publicVSprivate.html
Advice and information on grant seeking and proposal writing from the Ohio Literacy Resource Center.
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DIRECT MAIL FUNDRAISING: TESTING THE TRENDS
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/01spring/direct1.asp
Nonprofit fundraisers have discovered a slew of new direct-response technologies, but tried-and-true techniques like direct mail still bring in the most money. Fundraising consultants Fran Jacobowitz and Kay P. Lautman report on the latest trends in direct mail. They also explain how careful testing can improve the bottom line. Courtesy of the Grantsmanship Center News.
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DIRECTORS' AND VOLUNTEERS' FUNDRAISING ROLE
http://www.zimmerman-lehman.com/fundplan.htm
The board of directors is a vitally important part of every nonprofit organization's fundraising effort. A board that is enthusiastic about fundraising and determined to succeed virtually guarantees the nonprofit's long-term fiscal health. This article discusses the board's role in fundraising. Tips from Zimmerman, Lehman, a San Francisco consulting firm.
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DIVE INTO DEVELOPMENT PLANNING : PARTICIPANT WORKBOOK
http://www.gillfoundation.org/usr_doc/3DIVE_web.pdf
Practical advice from the Gill Foundation.
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DONORWALL
http://www.donorwall.com/
Short articles about fund raising, donor walls and donor recognition, etc. by a company that can lend a hand.
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DOs AND DON'Ts OF GRANT PROPOSALS FOR TECH FUNDING
also called How to Conduct a Focus Group
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/00fall/dosdonts.asp
As the needs of nonprofits for technology increase, so do the numbers of grant proposals for tech-related projects and equipment. America Online's Michele Cavataio has pored over thousands of requests for tech funding. She knows which ones click-and which ones don't. An online reprint of an article originally appearing in Nonprofits & Technology courtesy of the Grantsmanship Center News, Fall 2000.
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DOs AND DON'Ts OF GRANT WRITING
http://web.archive.org/web/20030311165026/
http://www.gisd.k12.mi.us/gisd/Dos_and_Donts_Chart.htm
This web site provides sound advice concerning the nine major parts of a grant proposal, including both dos and don'ts, courtesy of The Grantsmanship Center (Program Planning and Proposal Writing, Karen Denard Goldman and Kathleen Jahn Schmalz (Rutgers University), and Genesee Intermediate School District - Grants and Development Department (Grantwriting 101).
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DOs AND DON'Ts OF GRANT WRITING
http://www.afptoronto.org/handouts2003/FRD03handouts/lavery_do_dont.pdf
Advice from Rob Lowery, AFP, Toronto Chapter.
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DYSFUNCTIONAL ORGANIZATIONS -- A TWELVE-STEP PROGRAM FOR PROPOSAL WRITERS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603162651/http://charitychannel.com/article_2419.shtml
Only one job I ever had listed "sense of humor" as a qualification. It was only one that was truthful. My sense of humor has been critical to my career. Without the ability to laugh, I would have ended up quarantined to a cubicle or in therapy. I have decided that we are all dysfunctional on some level, as are our organizations. No one is perfect. The employment utopia we all seek is a fantasy. Every organization has its quirks, downfalls, and problems. It is what helps to define us. I sought to identify 12 Steps a proposal writer can implement in their professional lives. I realize there are more than twelve but then I could not use the catchy title. Source: Grants and Foundations Review, November 19, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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E-CAMPAIGNS GAINING MOMENTUM AT NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
http://nonprofit.about.com/od/webfundraising/a/ecampaigns.htm
E-campaigns for nonprofit organizations are inceasing in popularity. Conducting e-campaigns can help a nonprofit reach more donors more often and for less money.
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EFFECTIVE BUDGET JUSTIFICATIONS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040803131730/http://charitychannel.com/article_104.shtml
Budget justifications, or narratives, pose an interesting challenge for the grantwriter. In written form, the writer must articulate how a figure was derived; demonstrate its importance; and tie it to the overall proposal. In the best situation, the justification fits seamlessly into the proposal. In the worst situation, it ends up a jumbled mess that weakens the proposal. Advice from Julie Seewald Bornhoeft, CFRE, Grants and Foundations Review, July 16, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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EFFECTIVE CAPACITY BUILDING IN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
http://venturephilanthropypartners.org/learning/reports/capacity/capacity.html
Offers examples from thirteen nonprofit organizations that have engaged in capacity building activities. Explains why capacity building is essential and the primary steps involved in the process. A Capacity Assessment Grid assists in ascertaining a nonprofit's needs. Reston, VA: Venture Philanthropy Partners, 2001. 113pp.
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EFFECTIVE FOUNDATION GRANTSEEKING STRATEGIES
http://www.mindspring.com/~ajgrant/m_jones.htm
An outline of a presentation made at a Case Corporate and Foundation Relations Conference held in Chicago on May 7, 1997.
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EIGHT REASONS WHY NONPROFITS SHOULD GO ONLINE
http://www.drcharity.com/online.html
Tips from Diane Hodiak , co-author of Fund Raising & Marketing in the One-Person Shop, via the Development Resource Center
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EIGHT STEPS TO FOLLOW WHEN CHOOSING FUND-RAISING COUNSEL
http://www.aafrc.org/choose_council/index.html
A guide provided by American Association of Fund Raising Counsel and the AAFRC Trust for Philanthropy.
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EIGHT TIPS TO INVOLVE YOUR BOARD IN FUND RAISING
http://volunteersinhealthcare.org/restips/FUNDING.htm#Eight Tips to Involve
This article is excerpted from "How to Involve Your Board in Fund Raising” from the New Jersey Grants Guide, a comprehensive resource designed specifically for New Jersey grant seekers. Richard I. Male, July 1999. Provided by Volunteers in Health Care
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ELEMENTARY E-PHILANTHROPY
http://www.netaction.org/notes/notes53.html
http://www.netaction.org/notes/notes54.html
Michael Stein answers questions about signing up with online fundraising sites in NetAction Notes, Issue 53, December 27, 1999. The second link is to follow-up comments in the next issue.
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ELEMENTS OF A GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.silcom.com/~paladin/promaster.html
This article was originally written by The Center for Nonprofit Management in Los Angeles, and distributed by the Los Angeles County Alcohol and Drug Program Administration. Adaptations and enhancements by The Paladin Group.
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ELEMENTS OF A GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.hotwinds.com/Grant_Prop.html
Tips from the Center for Nonprofit Management via Hotwinds.
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E-MAILING FOR DOLLARS
http://philanthropy.com/premium/articles/v10/i22/22002301.htm
An article from the Chronicle of Philanthropy reminding us that in spite of the glitziness of the WWW, email is in many cases a more powerful online fundraising mechanism. Note: The Chronicle of Philanthropy now requires an id and password for access, which can be obtained for a fee. To access this article, stop by the Main Library Reference Desk and ask a librarian to log in for you.
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ENDOWMENTS: NOT THE WAY FOR MOST NONPROFITS
http://nonprofit.about.com/business/industries/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa082698.htm
An online article from Stan Hutton's About.Com Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Organizations, August 26, 1998. Includes web links to additional resources.
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EPA GRANT-WRITING TUTORIAL
http://www.epa.gov/grtlakes/seahome/grants.html
http://www.epa.gov/seahome/grants.html
This interactive software tool walks the user through the grant-writing process and helps them learn to write more competitive grants. The program includes: detailed information and tips on writing a grant proposal; how to complete a grant application package; program-specific sections on three EPA grant programs: (1) Environmental Justice, (2) Environmental Justice Through Pollution Prevention, and (3) Environmental Education; examples of good, complete grant packages; references; a glossary of terms; resources and contacts; a mock grant-writing activity where the user is able to compare their results to a successful grant application. [Also listed under Academic Fundraising].
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ESSENTIAL INGREDIENTS FOR FUNDRAISING PLANNING
http://www.prochoiceresource.org/about/money_essential.html
Advice from Tricia Rubacky, Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Febuary 1992, Vol I, No. 1. Provided by The ProChoice Resource Center, Inc., 1999.
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THE ETIQUETTE OF GETTING GRANTS
http://web1.archive.org/web/20001019074318/www.nyfa.org/fyi/fyi_fall2000_pg7.htm
http://archive.nyfa.org/vaih/gettinggrants.pdf
Practical advice from Shakurra Amatulla (The Grant Lady) featured in the New York Foundation for the Arts FYI Fall 2000 issue.
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EVALUATING YOUR PROPOSAL PROGRAM
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603140204/http://charitychannel.com/article_10706.shtml
One of the great mysteries within the sector -- and fund development programs -- is how we measure success. Funders will often dictate how they want the programs they fund evaluated or monitored. How we as administrators, proposal writers, and development officers measure success can be a bit less clear. Furthermore, what we evaluate is not necessarily the benchmark for success. Julie Seewald Bornhoeft, Grants and Foundations Review, April 20, 2004. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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EVALUATION HANDBOOK
see W. K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION EVALUATION HANDBOOK

EVERYTHING I KNOW ABOUT FUNDRAISING I LEARNED BY KNOCKING ON DOORS
http://web.archive.org/web/20011218063911/
http://www.chardonpress.com/titles/everything.html
As you go forward with your fundraising program – writing proposals, designing direct mail appeals, meeting with major donors, etc. – keep these points in mind. An article by Andy Robinson reprinted from the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Volume 16, Number 4, copyright Chardon Press, 1997.
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EVERYTHING I KNOW ABOUT FUNDRAISING I LEARNED BY KNOCKING ON DOORS
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/92/fundrais.html
As you go forward with your fundraising program – writing proposals, designing direct mail appeals, meeting with major donors, etc. – keep these points in mind. An article by Andy Robinson, Shelterforce Online, Number 92, March/April 1997.
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EXPLORING CORPORATE PHILANTHROPY
https://www.grantstation.com/Public/News_Views_px/conversations.asp
GrantStation’s CEO, Cynthia M. Adams, has been working in the world of grantseeking for over 30 years. This week she shares with our readers her insights on how to work with corporations to secure philanthropic support, what are some of the trends facing grantseekers when working with corporations, and how organizations can position themselves to take advantage of these trends.
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AN EXTRA EDGE FOR YOUR PROPOSAL: RULES FOR STRONG GRANT WRITING
http://www.mynoodle.org/noodlesoup4/012704_extra_edge.htm
When you submit a grant proposal you would hope that your proposal is the one that is most favorably looked on when the funding decision is made. Here are some hints gleaned from a number of foundation grant makers on what makes a good proposal and one that will be favorably considered. Advice from the Houston Chapter of AFP and NoddleSoup for Nonprofits, January 27, 2004.
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FAQs ABOUT FOUNDATIONS
http://www.cof.org/
Answers to frequently asked questions about foundation -- such as What is a Foundation, Starting a Foundation -- compiled by the Council on Foundations.
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FC STATS
http://fdncenter.org/fc_stats/index.html
Statistical data on foundations and their grants from the Foundation Center.
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FEARLESS GRANT SEEKING
http://brownandbrown.tv/fearless.htm
Advice from Larissa Golden Brown, a grant consultant from Portland, Oregon.
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FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GRANTS: NO FREE LUNCH
http://usgovinfo.about.com/library/weekly/aa060400a.htm
Contrary to what a very popular book and TV ad say, the U.S. government is not giving away "free grant" money. A grant is not a Christmas present. According to American Government & Politics, by Jay M. Shafritz, a grant is, "A form of gift that entails certain obligations on the part of the grantee and expectations on the part of the grantor." The key word there is obligations. Getting a government grant will get you loads of them and not fulfilling them will grant you a load of legal troubles. Source: About.com's Guide to Government Information.
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A FEW IDEAS ABOUT PURSUING FEDERAL FUNDING
http://www.col-ed.org/Funding/ideas.html
Since Writing Season is just ahead and, also, since CEC regularly receives requests for assistance from individuals and agencies interested in applying for federal grants, we are devoting part of our CEC web site to the subject of grants and how you might go about getting them accepted for funding. We offer the following ideas and suggestions (but no guarantees) to those setting out in search of the elusive pot of gold. Advice from Ralph Nelsen.
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THE FINAL REPORT; OPENING THE DOOR TO YOUR NEXT GRANT
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603163657/http://charitychannel.com/article_4634.shtml
When approached from the right frame of mind, reports serve as an excellent vehicle to obtain future support from the funder. First, the report puts your organization back in front of the people making funding decisions. It may have been as long as a year that you had substantive contact with the funder, especially if it was a corporation or small foundation. The final report is a great opportunity to reintroduce your organization or program to the sponsor. Second, you get to tell your story -- the successes (and challenges) you faced during the grant period. Write about the good work you have done and the problems you have solved. And third, you can lay the ground work for future funding needs; what you could not accomplish during the funding cycle, how the current program will be expanded or other opportunities you may have identified while carrying out the original project. Practical advice by Larry Trachtman, Grants and Foundations Report, Apr 1, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT FAQS FROM THE ALLIANCE FOR NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT
http://www.allianceonline.org/faqs.html
Answers questions such as "what are the differences between nonprofit and for-profit accounting?", "how do we allocate indirect costs to programs?", and "what is tax deductible in regards to membership dues, special events, and other fundraisers?".
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FINANCING A NONPROFIT PARKS ORGANIZATION
http://www.pps.org/topics/funding/fundstrat/PPPP-chapter7
A chapter from Public Parks, Private Partners, published by Project for Public Spaces, 2000.
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FINDING AND UTILIZING GRANT-MAKERS ONLINE
Eight Basic Funding Research and Usage Steps
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603165121/http://charitychannel.com/article_60.shtml
The tracking and securing of grants for any nonprofit organization can significantly shape the financial underpinnings and enlarge its ability to deliver upon the mission for which it exists. This article proposes eight steps for securing grants using available online funding research tools. If all eight steps are followed your success rate for tracking and securing grants will increase dramatically. Article by Cindy Adams, President and CEO, GrantStation, and Jay Love, President and CEO, eTapestry provided by E-Philanthropy Review, Jun 3, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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FINDING FOUNDATION FUNDERS
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/magazine/feature23_2.html
If you've been involved in fundraising for any length of time, (or read more than a couple issues of the Grassroots Fundraising Journal), you know that a healthy, sustainable organization does not depend on foundation grants for the bulk of its income. Because foundation funding accounts for only about 12% of all the private (non-government) funding for nonprofits in this country, it's important to balance your efforts to get foundation grants with ones to generate support from a broad base of individual donors. Having said that, when you are seeking grants, it's extremely important to do your homework. This article will teach you how to sift through thousands of grantmakers to identify the best prospects for your work. Article by Andy Robinson, Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Vol. 23, No. 2, March/April 2004.
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FINDING FUNDING: A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO FOUNDATION RESEARCH
http://www.resistinc.org/resources/finding_funding.html
Grassroots activist organizations frequently need concise information about potential funding sources for social and economic justice projects. They want to find out about progressive foundations; basic steps to follow when researching and applying for grants; and how to contact grantmakers. While an overwhelming array of resources exist, many target more conservative or mainstream organizations. "Finding Funding" fills an important void by making the grant-seeking process for progressive activists more accessible. The list of foundations included in "Finding Funding" highlights a portion of the vast resources available for grant seekers. A thorough approach to finding appropriate grantmakers requires a clear focus on the particular needs and goals of your organization. "Finding Funding" provides some practical advice for beginning the grant-seeking and grant-writing process. Published in 1997 as a project of Resist, Inc., 259 Elm Street, Somerville MA 02144, 617/623-5110.
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FINDING FUNDING ONLINE: THE INTERNET AS A FUNDRAISING GUIDE
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/132/fundraising.html
At the beginning of 2003, nearly 81 percent of the 100 largest foundations and more than 1,600 of the 59,000 independent foundations provided information on the Internet. With more private foundations and charitable organizations creating a Web presence, the opportunities to find funding sources online have increased. Many foundations are just beginning to use their Web sites in constructive ways: posting quarterly and annual reports, newsletters, grant listings, guidelines and even interactive application forms. Article by Kief Schladweiler, Shelterforce Online, Issue 132, Nov./Dec. 2003.
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FINDING LOCAL FUNDING : A GUIDE TO STATE FOUNDATION DIRECTORIES
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/01fall/statedirs.asp
Article from Grantsmanship Magazine, Fall 2001.
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FINDING THE RIGHT FUND RAISER
http://philanthropy.com/
Tight job market compels charities to sharpen their search techniques. Advice on interviewing and recrutiting fund raisers for charities. An article by Marilyn Dickey appearing in the April 6, 2000 issue of the Chronicle of Philanthropy. Note: access to this article is restricted to subscribers (requires password and id). Others can request it through interlibrary loan from their favorite libraries.
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FINDING SUSTAINABLE FUNDING FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS : STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PROGRAM EVALUATION
http://www-tcall.tamu.edu/newsletr/dec03/dec03n.htm
During the 1980's, start-up community based literacy organizations struggled to keep their doors open. Some programs failed, others flourished. Today, many still depend on restrictive grants, too few donors, and time-consuming fundraising events. The challenge for these non-profits is to find sustainable funds that will allow them to focus their limited resources on their missions, provide critical services, and strengthen their organizations. Article by Victoire Gerkens Sanborn appearing in Literacy Links, Volume 8, No. 1, December 2003.
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THE FINE ART OF ASKING FOR THE GIFT
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/magazine/gmg_fineart.html
Reprinted from Getting Major Gifts by Kim Klein, a publication of the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, copyright, Chardon Press, 2001.
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THE FIRST RULE OF FUND RAISING
http://nonprofit.about.com/business/industries/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa081297.htm
Some basic ideas about fund raising. Don't forget to ask for the money. Source: Stan Hutton's About.Com Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Organizations, August 12, 1997 Weekly Feature.
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THE FIVE EYES OF FUNDRAISING
http://web.archive.org/web/20040715081728/http://www.charitychannel.com/article_892.shtml
To become a skillful pianist, you begin with the basic notes. To become an accomplished architect, you begin with the basic math. And, to become a professional fundraiser, you begin with the basic fundraising process. This process is often called the Five Eyes: identify, investigate, inform, involve, and invite. There are many variations of the Five Eyes and their origins are lost in antiquity. Although the steps are usually done in the order listed, the process is ongoing, with many restarts and overlaps, sometimes over a period of years. Advice from Wayne E. Groner, CFRE, E-Philanthropy Review, Sep 11, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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FIVE TIPS FOR CRAFTING A WINNING TECHNOLOGY PROPOSAL
http://www.imakenews.com/npower/e_article000012404.cfm
Non-profits increasingly recognize how technology can help them work smarter, aim higher, and achieve more. To bridge the gap between recognition and action, however, takes resources: for acquiring the technology, implementing it, maintaining it, and for training staff to use it well. But if your non-profit is like most, these resources probably aren’t readily at hand. Fortunately, there are the small wonders called grants! Time to get one. NPowerLine Online, Vol. 2, no. 1, Winter 2001.
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A FORMULA FOR CORPORATE FUNDING
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603162232/http://charitychannel.com/article_24.shtml
In tight economic times we need to think of all possible funding options. Corporate partners can help with funding events or special projects. Unlike government or foundation grants, businesses are less likely to fund established programs, research or operating expenses. Instead, companies like to support one-time events or new initiatives that reinforce their community involvement. Advice from Lawrence H. Trachtman, Grants and Foundations Review, July 2, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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FOUNDATION CENTER'S FUNDING PROSPECT WORKSHEET
http://fdncenter.org/funders/wrksheet/index.html
A worksheet designed to assist grant seekers focus on funders whose priorities closely match your own.
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FOUNDATION CENTER'S ONLINE ORIENTATION TO THE GRANTSEEKING PROCESS
http://fdncenter.org/learn/orient/intro1.html
Check out this new edition of the Foundation Center's web site. Provides advice for those seeking grants for individuals as well as grants for nonprofits
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FOUNDATION CENTER'S USER-FRIENDLY GUIDE TO FUNDING RESEARCH AND RESOURCES
http://fdncenter.org/learn/ufg/index.html
A new internet edition.
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FOUNDATION CULTURE
http://www.leftbusinessobserver.com/Foundations.html
An alternative viewpoint by Gina Neff which appeared in the Left Business Observer, #70, November 1995.
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FOUNDATION DOS AND DON'TS
http://www.mcconnellfoundation.ca/pubs.e/dosdonts.html
Tips from a Canadian foundation program manager.
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FOUNDATION EVALUATION HANDBOOK
http://www.wkkf.org/Pubs/Tools/Evaluation/Pub770.pdf
This handbook provides a framework for thinking about evaluation as a relevant and useful program tool. It was written primarily for project directors who have direct responsibility for the ongoing evaluation of W. K. Kellogg Foundation-funded projects.
Also listed under W. K. Kellogg Foundation Evaluation Handbook.
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FOUNDATION FUNDING: SOME ISSUES TO CONSIDER
http://www.ncjrs.org/pdffiles1/jr000240.pdf
http://www.ncjrs.org/txtfiles1/jr000240.txt
NIJ Journal, July 1999, No. 240 includes the article "Foundation Funding: Some Issues to Consider" by Kate Chieco which should be of interest to criminal justice fund raisers, particularly those who work for government agencies.
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FOUNDATIONS AND GRANTMAKING GLOSSARY
http://www.npgoodpractice.org/TopicAreaGlossary.aspx?ID=15
Compiled by the Nonprofit Good Practice Guide by the Grand Valley State University, Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy & Nonprofit Leadership.
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FOUNDATIONS, CONSUMERS VICTIMIZED BY GROWING "FREE CASH GRANT SCAM"
http://philanthropy.com/
Article by Debra E. Blum appearing in the Chronicle of Philanthropy, Feb. 8, 2001. Available over the web to Chronicle of Philanthropy subscribers and in many university libraries.
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FREE AND ALMOST FREE EPHILANTHROPY TOOLS
http://charitychannel.com/article_59.shtml
So, everyone is telling you that ePhilanthropy is the greatest thing since the invention of direct mail and you don’t want to miss out. However, you pause because... Article by Bob Ellsworth, Director of Non-Profit Development, Network for Good, E-Philanthropy Review, Jun 10, 2002
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FREELANCERS...WHERE THE WORK IS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040404182033/http://charitychannel.com/article_859.shtml
You have most likely heard the phrase "you have to have money to make money." In a way, freelance grant writing is like that. You build your freelance business upon your past successes as a grant proposal writer. When a potential client interviews you, he or she will ask about your success rate. Karen Hodge, Grants and Foundations Review, September 10, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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FUND RAISING, SEE FUNDRAISING.

FUNDCLASS: ONLINE FUNDRAISING SCHOOL
http://www.fundraisersoftware.com/library/fundclass/
These are the archives of 36 past FundClass lessons - they're a very rich source of fundraising information on a broad range of topics. FundClass was a free email list used for teaching fundraising lessons in an informal online "classroom" in which veteran fundraisers shared their knowledge on a chosen topic with those who were new to fundraising. The List was run by volunteers and sponsored by FundRaiser Software since its first class in 1997 until its last class in 2003.

FUNDING AND GRANT RESOURCES
http://web.archive.org/web/20040821055736/
http://courses.smsu.edu/mkc096f/gangbook/SOLUTIONS/funding_resources.htm
Mike Carlie, Southwest Missouri State University, offers advice how to go about finding funding or grants to reduce youth violence and gang activity in your community. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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FUNDING CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS
http://www.michigantownships.org/education_department/mtn/feature_articles/Funding%20Capital%20Improvements_0999.pdf
Advice for townships on how to fund capital improvements.
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FUNDING FUND RAISING REPORT
http://www.nonprofit-info.org/misc/fps/funding.html
A study by Frederick Lane, Baruch College, Department of Public Administration, which also appeared in the June 1989 issue of Philanthropy Monthly. The study was designed to collect and make widely available significant recent experience in a growing field of philanthropy -- funding fund raising.
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FUNDING LAW ENFORCEMENT: WRITING GRANTS THAT GET RESULTS, PART ONE
http://web.archive.org/web/20031116095353/
http://www.cji.net/clera/CJI/Publications/mq/MQ+Summer+2002.pdf
Article appearing in CJI Management Quarterly, Vol. VII, Issue II, Summer 2002. Published by the University of Arkansas Criminal Justice Institute. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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FUNDING LAW ENFORCEMENT: WRITING GRANTS THAT GET RESULTS, PART TWO
http://web.archive.org/web/20040715075448/www.cji.net/clera/CJI/Publications/mq/MQFall02.pdf
Article appearing in CJI Management Quarterly, Vol. VII, Issue III, Fall 2002. Published by the University of Arkansas Criminal Justice Institute. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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FUNDING RESEARCH: MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR TIME TO PRODUCE GOOD MATCHES
http://web.archive.org/web/20040607004735/
http://charitychannel.com/article_101.shtml
Federal funds, private foundations, corporate giving programs -- opportunities for grant funding abound. As a grant proposal writer, you know that the best proposal in the world won’t stand up if it is not a good match to funder priorities. With limited time, how do you go about identifying good sources of funding. Article by Julie Seewald Bornhoeft, CFRE, Grants and Foundations Review, Aug 6, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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FUNDING SOURCES: WHO THEY ARE AND HOW TO USE THEM
http://www.venturesfoundation.org/pubs/other/fundingsources.pdf
Requries adobe acrobat. Contents: The Seven Sources of Funds for Nonprofits; Finding out About Government Funding; Philanthropic Foundations; Corporate Giving; Non-Monetary Sources of Support; Getting Money from Individuals; and Gift-vs-Grant. Courtesy of Bill Somerville, President, Philanthropic Ventures Foudnation, Oakland, Ca.
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FUNDING SOURCES: TAPPING THE PHILANTHROPIC WELL
http://www.raise-funds.com/199forum.html
As you are aware, no fund-raising campaign should be started until you have identified the sources from which you will draw contributions. Sources here does not refer to specific potential donors, but to the six categories of donors who contribute money to non-profit organizations. They are:

FUNDING TRENDS AND ANALYSIS RESOURCES
http://fdncenter.org/research/trends_analysis/index.html
Provides highlights from recent reports from the Foundation Center.
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FUNDING YOUR LIBRARY OUTREACH PROGRAM
http://www.lili.org/forlibs/funding/outreach.htm
Advice from the Idaho State Library.
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FUND$RAISER YELLOW PAGES
http://www.fundraising-yellow-pages.com/
A directory of companies that provide products and services that are re-sold by nonprofit groups for fundraising purposes. Abstract supplied by Deane Brengle, brengled@fundsraiser.com.
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FUNDRAISERHELP.COM
http://www.fundraiserhelp.com/
Fundraiser Help provides fundraising event ideas and tips on school fundraising, church fundraisers, and any type of youth group product fundraiser. Browse our articles for techniques guaranteed to improve your results.
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FUNDRAISERS FOR CHURCHES, SCHOOLS, ORGANIZATIONS
http://www.funattic.com/fundrais.htm
Fundraising ideas from Fund-Attic.
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FUNDRAISING
http://www.exploretravel.com/fundraise.html
Lists fundraisers for youth groups interested in raising money for travel. Courtesy of Explorations in Travel, Inc. [Also listed under Fundraising for Educators.]
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FUNDRAISING 101: FUNDRAISING STRATEGIES FOR SMALL, NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
http://www.campbellcompany.com/ideas/fundr.htm
Outline of a Workshop presented to NSFRE/South Dakota, February 28, 1995, by William R. Hausman, CFRE, Senior Vice-President and Regional Manager, Eastern Region, Campbell & Company.
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FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES/IDEAS FROM Envision.ca
http://www.envision.ca/templates/resources.asp?ID=94
Imagination and planning are key factors to the success of a fundraising campaign. Organizers should base fundraising decisions on the circumstances of their organization and the kinds of resources available for carrying out an event or activity. The following are examples of fundraising activities you may want to consider for your next campaign: Valentine Flowers to Go; Talent Show; Sled-a-Thon; Goods, Services and Talent Auction; Ticket Raffle; Lip-Sync Contest; Menu Auction; 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament; Easter Mystery Eggs; Party in the Park; Fashion Show; Culinary Carnival; Mathematics Marathon; Halloween Horribles Parade; Mud Volleyball Tournament; Tennis Ball Racing; Perennial Plant Sale; Non-Events; Special Movie Screening; Goods and Services Bingo; Poinsettia Sale; Children’s Sing-Along.
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FUNDRAISING AND FRIENDRAISING ON THE WEB
http://fund-online.com/alabook/welcome.htm
Offers a sampling of chapters from the CD Companion to , Fundraising and Friend-Raising on the Web, by Adam Corson-Finnerty and Laura Blanchard, and which is also available in the MSU Libraries.
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FUNDRAISING APPEAL LETTER OPENINGS
http://www.aherncomm.com/fundraising/appeal_letters/appeal_letter_openings.htm
Courtesy of Ahern Communications.
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FUNDRAISING BREAKTHROUGHS
http://www.changematters.blogspot.com/
A blog by Amy Kincaid of Maryland about fundraising, nonprofit management, and social change.
(Last checked 01/05/06)

FUNDRAISINGDEALS.COM
http://www.FundraisingDeals.com/
An easy-to-use fundraising directory that provides a variety of innovative ideas, products and services specific to fundraising. You can search through the directory of fundraising ideas in order to find the fundraising idea that is best suited for your next fundraiser. The free membership allows access to exclusive vendor Deals. Source: Nathan Shurtleff, Telephone: 603-264-4105; E-mail: Nshurtleff@FundraisingDeals.com
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FUNDRAISING DIRECTORY: A GUIDE TO FUNDRASING FOR YOUR ORGANIZATION
http://www.fundraisingdirectory.com/
Identifies over 100 fundrasing companies as well as many other fundraising resources.
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FUNDRAISING ETHICS: A SELECTED RESOURCES LIST
http://fdncenter.org/learn/topical/ethics.html
In recent years, controversies at major nonprofit organizations have created new public concern about, and focused media attention on, the ethics of fundraising. National trade and professional groups have responded with the establishment or revision of codes of ethics for their members. This selected reading list contains citations to selected works from the Foundation Center's bibliographic database on the topic of fundraising ethics.
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FUNDRAISING FAQS FROM THE ALLIANCE FOR NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT
http://www.allianceonline.org/faqs.html
Includes the answers to such questions as "Why are people afraid to ask for money?", "How can our board members help raise money?", and "How do we select fundraising software?".
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FUNDRAISING, FINANCES, AND CHARITABLE GIVING
http://www.keyclub.org/keyclub/lit/funfingiv.pdf
Advice from Key Clubs.
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FUNDRAISING FOR A SKATEPARK
http://www.skateparkguide.com/Fundraising.htm
Practical advice on raising funds for a skateboard park from Anthony Gembeck, TransWorld Skateboard Business Magazine.
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FUNDRAISING FOR SMALL NONPROFITS
http://www.help4nonprofits.com/NP_Fnd-Fundraising_Article.htm
Practical advice from Hildy Gottlieb of Resolve, Inc., a company that provides consulting services to nonprofits. Additional articles include: "Recruiting for Board Members - Process? What Process?", "Tell Me Again - What Exactly Does Our Board Do?", "Fundraising for Small Nonprofits", "Your NonProfit Is Not a Business - So Why Do Your Marketing Like One?", "The Media is Going to Do a Story on Us", "Searching for a Key Employee - The 7 No-No's of Hiring", "Starting a new program: Is it really feasible and how will we fund it and where do we go from here?", and "Biting the Hand that Feeds (Or At Least Talking Behind Their Backs".
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FUND RAISING FORUM LIBRARY
Also listed as Tony Poderis's Fund Raising Forum Library
http://www.raise-funds.com/library.html
An ever expanding library of articles featuring development tips and techniques by Tony Poderis.
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FUNDRAISING FROM SILICON VALLEY
http://members.tripod.com/~awchu/getting.htm
A collection of funder links compiled by Amy Chu, a student in the Harvard Business School, 1999.
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FUND RAISING FUNDAMENTALS
http://www.enterprisefoundation.org/resources/Funding/moneynet/fundraising_main.asp
Practical advice from the Enterprise Foundation. Current sections include:

FUNDRAISING FUNDAMENTALS: PARTICIPANT'S WORKBOOK
http://www.gillfoundation.org/usr_doc/1FUNDFUN_web.pdf
Courtesy of the Gill Foundation.
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FUNDRAISING IDEAS & PRODUCTS CENTER
http://www.fundraising-ideas.org/
Directory of fundraising companies offering traditional, unique and sometimes even bizarre fundraiser ideas for educators and other groups of all sizes and interests.
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FUNDRAISING IN CYBERSPACE
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/95fall/cyber1.asp
Direct E-Mail Campaigns, Virtual Volunteers, Annual Fund Drives Online. Does the Information Superhighway lead to new horizons or a dead end? An article by Marc Green appearing in the fall 1995 issue of Grantsmanship Center News.
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FUNDRAISING KNOW HOW
http://www.fundraisingknowhow.com/
Offers information about fundraising including items to sell.
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FUNDRAISING : KNOW YOUR S.W.O.T. (STRENGTHS, WEAKNESSES, OPPORTUNITIES, AND THREATS)
http://web.archive.org/web/20010416002128/http://www.smartbiz.com/sbs/arts/bjh14.htm
An online article by Bill J. Harrison excerpted from Fundraising: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. Still available via the Internet Archive.
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FUNDRAISING LETTERS TO INDIVIDUALS
http://nonprofit.about.com/careers/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa111500a.htm
Practical advice from Stan Hutton, editor of the About.Com Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Organizations.
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FUNDRAISING MARKETING/SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROMOTIONS
http://www.charityvillage.com/cv/research/rfmk.html
A collection of online resources from CharityVillage.
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FUNDRAISING: MORE THAN JUST GETTING THE MONEY FOR FREE
http://www.foca.on.ca/Infobase/Archives/fundraising.htm
Fundraising should be a large part of any organization's revenue generation. However, don't be fooled into believing that this type of money-making is easy. Anyone who has been involved in trying to raise funds for hosting an event, publishing a newsletter or opposing a development knows how much behind-the-scenes work is required. Practical advice from Victoria Humphries, FOCA.
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FUNDRAISING ON THE INTERNET: ACQUIRING AND CULTIVATING DONORS WITH E-MAIL AND THE WEB
http://www.malwarwick.com/fundnet.html
The Internet offers wonderful tools for building relationships with donors - giving them the information they want when they want it, allowing them to participate from anywhere in the world and offer their instant feedback. To find out what works, nonprofit organizations need to start making serious investments in using the Internet for membership and fundraising. Advice from Nick Allen, Mal Warwick & Associates, Inc.
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FUNDRAISING PRODUCTIVITY SERIES
http://www.nonprofit-info.org/misc/fps/fps.html
Collected essays by Bill Lewis.
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FUNDRAISING PROGRAMS, IDEAS, TIPS, AND RESOURCES
http://www.fundsnetservices.com/fundrais.htm
Need some ideas on how to raise money? Courtesy of FundsNet.
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FUNDRAISING READINESS: HOW DOES YOUR AGENCY STACK UP?
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/97summer/ready.asp
Online article by Brigette Sarabi appearing in the Summer 1997 issue of the Grantsmanship Center Magazine.
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FUNDRAISING RESOURCE GUIDE
http://www.fundraising-ideas.org/directory/guide.pdf
A guide prepared to make it easier and quicker for fundraisers to find the most appropriate fundraising project for your group. It contains product information for a wide variety of independent companies. Categories include: Bricks, Plaques, and Tiles; Candles, Soaps, Scents,and Lotions; Candy, Chocolate, and Lollipops; Catalogs and Brochures; Christmas and Collectibles; Cookbooks; Cookie Dough; Discount Cards and Books; First Aid and Safety Products; Flowers, Bulbs, Trees, and Plants; Greeting Cards, Stationary, and Gift Wrap; Magazines and Books; Pizza and Pasta; Scratch Cards; Snacks, Gourmet Foods, and other Food Treats; Special Events; Spirit, Logo, and Personalized Items; Telecomm: Cellular, Internet, Long Distance; T-Shirts and Other Apparel; and Unique Surprises. Courtesy of the Fundraising Ideas and Products Center.
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FUNDRAISING: SECURING A FUTURE
http://www.prochoiceresource.org/about/grass_3.html
This chapter from PCRC's grassroots organizing manual includes an overview of key fundraising steps. Source: Strategies for Action, Pro Choice Resource Center, 1999.
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FUNDRAISING SOFTWARE CENTER
http://www.fundraiser-ideas.org/
Donor management and record keeping software for non-profits.
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FUND-RAISING SOLICITATION
http://www.wmich.edu/nonprofit/Bulletin/bulletin3.htm
Tips from Beverly Geyer, Management Innovations, September 1998.
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FUNDRAISING : SOME BASIC ADVICE
http://www.npccny.org/info/fr14.htm
The Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York, Inc. (NPCC) recently hosted several workshops on fundraising and grant writing. Ellen Karsh and Sue Fox, authors of a recently published book, The Only Grant-Writing Book You’ll Ever Need, which includes both their suggestions as grant writers and the results of their interviews with a variety of government and foundation funders, hosted two sessions, and Ilene Mack, senior program officer at the Hearst Foundations, discussed what she likes to see in a proposal and why the playing field isn’t level. The advice offered by these practitioners is summarized in this article.
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FUND RAISING STORIES AND JOKES
http://www.afri.org/jokes.htm
Provided by the American Fundraising Institute (AFRI).
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FUNDRAISING: THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY
http://web.archive.org/web/20010425153158/http://www.smartbiz.com/sbs/arts/bjh19.htm
Practical advice on grants for board members adapted from book by Bill J. Harrison. Still available via the Internet Archive.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

FUND RAISING: THE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO OUTDOOR PROGRAMS
http://www.isu.edu/outdoor/funding.htm
Fund raising is an aspect of income generation that many in the outdoor recreation field shrugged off. There's a mistaken feeling out there that fund raising just won't work for outdoor activity programs. That couldn't be further from the truth. To wit: Outward Bound Schools generate ten of thousands of dollars a year for scholarships and programs, the Cornell University Outdoor Education Program received a $160,000 donation to build a climbing wall and another $50,000 to start an equipment outfitting center, and over the past 10 years, the Idaho State University Outdoor Program has brought in nearly one million dollars of outside funds. There is no one set way of fund raising that works for everyone. You'll need to evaluate and dabble with several methods before settling on some that work well in your situation. For the purposes of this paper, I'll discuss four broad categories: grants, fund raising events, non- cash donations and cash contributions. Paper by Ron Watters, Idaho State University, Outdoor Program.
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FUNDRAISING TUESDAYS
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/133/fundraising.html
Why does Fundraising Tuesday work? Every other workday brings surprises and immense challenge. On Tuesday, we have only one thing to accomplish – raise money and resources. Article by Anjie Saunders, Shelterforce Online, #133, Jan./Feb. 2004.
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FUND-RAISING.COM
http://www.fund-raising.com/
Although primarily designed to market fundraising products and services, this web page also provides additional information as well, broken out into the following four categories:

FUNDSNET FUNDRAISING AND GRANTWRITING RESOURCES
http://www.fundsnetservices.com/grantwri.htm
A compilation of web resources subdivided into the following categories:

GENERAL GRANT WRITING TIPS
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/Grant_Writing_Tips_2003_58006_7.ppt
A powerpoint presentation by the Michigan Department of Community Health.
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GETTING BACK IN TOUCH WITH LAPSED DONORS
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/?a=3476&z=16
This article results from my personal quest to develop a strategy to re-associate my organization with some of its lapsed Foundation donors. Quite honestly, in my organization little attention has been paid to this group of donors because it has been much easier to stay in touch with individuals or corporations pursuing relationships with our college — I believe this is a benefit of being a part of an established and specialized educational institution. In my pursuit to reengage lapsed foundation donors, I have found that research is imperative. My first step toward getting a foundation back on board is to research how they’ve changed, and — especially — why they gave to the college in the first place. Jenifer D. B. McEnery, Grants and Foundations Review, March 23, 2005.
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GETTING GRANTS - HELP FOR GRANT WRITERS
http://granthelp.clarityconnect.com/
New site by Frank Evangelisti, a consultant. Provides the grant writer with tips, techniques, and books related to grant writing. Every week we post quick tips. If you need a more complete explanation of the techniques of grant writing, attend our free grant writing school. For informative books on grant writing, non-profit management, research methods and fundraising, visit the bookstore. We just added Funding News, an exciting collaboration with Join Together Online. A growing list of Internet resources is kept on our links. Are you confused by some jargon? Look it up in the Glossary or the Acronyms page. Note page is also listed under GrantHelp
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GETTING MAJOR GIFTS
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/96spring/gifts1.asp
For most organizations, the vast majority of contributions they receive will be small, but the majority of their income will come from a few big donations. That's why it's essential to have a clear understanding of how to get those big donations. Grassroots fundraising expert Kim Klein lays out the basic principles of securing major gifts and provides a step-by-step approach to the fine art of asking. She also answers some common questions about the care and feeding of major donors.Practical advice from Kim Klein, publisher of the Grassroots Fundraising Journal. Article appears in the Grantsmanship Center Magazine.
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GETTING ON THE WEB
http://web.archive.org/web/20010303123605/
http://www.guidestar.org/npo/nparticles/article004.html
An online article by Kurt Hansen, Founder and President of CharityWeb. Part of Guidestar's Nonprofit Management 101 Series. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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GETTING OVER THE FEAR OF ASKING
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/titles/feature20_2.html
Reprinted from Getting Major Gifts Kim Klein, a publication of the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, copyright Chardon Press, 1996.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOU: APPROACHING A NEW PROGRAM OFFICER
http://charitychannel.com/enews/v.aspx?SI=10134&E=harris23%40MAIL.LIB.MSU.EDU&S=2&N=1408&ID=1372&NL=15
When approaching a foundation for the first time, the person doing the talking for the grant seeker is the face of the organization. How you handle the initial approach will result in the grant seeker taking either two steps forward or three steps backwards in terms of establishing a relationship with the program officer. Article by Bob Wittig, Grants and Foundations Review, March 5, 2005.
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GETTING YOUR IRS TAX EXEMPTION FAQs
http://nonprofit.about.com/careers/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa111799.htm
An online article by Stan Hutton from About.Com.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GILL FOUNDATION NONPROFIT TRAINING AND ASSISTANCE
http://www.gillfoundation.org/tata_resources/
Although the Gill Foundation was founded to support organizations serving bisexual, gay, lesbian, and transgendered individuals, it provides a wide variety of fundraising and administrative materials which would be useful to any nonprofit organization. Be sure to follow the links to more materials to find some of the Gill Foundation training workbooks.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GIVE YOUR PROPOSAL THE WINNING EDGE
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/?a=2542&z=16
You've tweaked the text, finalized the supporting data and compiled pages of required attachments. If you've been attentive - and lucky - enough to finish your proposal with time to spare, how might you make your document stand out above the pack? Courtesy of Susan Schaefer, Grants and Foundations Review, January 13, 2005.
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GIVESPOT.COM
http://www.givespot.com/
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GIVING USA's CHARTS ON CHARITABLE GIVING
http://www.aafrc.org/
Web link to annual news release by the American Association of Fund-Raising Counsel, highlighting giving trends each year by source and by type of recipient. The latest edition of Giving USA, the source of the data presented, is available in the Funding Center under HV89 .G5.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GLOSSARY OF PHILANTHROPIC ACRONYMS AND TERMS
http://www-lib.iupui.edu/special/dict.html
Courtesy of IUPUI Libraries.
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GOALS, OUTCOMES, AND OBJECTIVES -- KEEPING THEM STRAIGHT
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603161423/
http://charitychannel.com/article_6818.shtml
Funders do not use the same "dictionary" when defining the terms within RFA's. The definitions for Goals, Outcomes, Objectives, and Activities can vary dramatically by funder. What one funder considers an outcome another may deem an objective. In some cases your goal may actually be an outcome. The terms represent a set of indicators you are using to identify desired change and to measure that change. Practical advice by Julie Seewald Bornhoeft, CFRE, Grants and Foundations Review, Aug 5, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GOLDEN TIPS FOR GETTING THAT GRANT
http://www.plant-talk.org/stories/12grants.html
Plant Talk - The Bulletin for the National Tropical Botantical Garden has a quick, one-page discussion of key tips on how to get funded. It will only take you a few minutes to read it, but it will yield a lot of valuable information. Highlighting the tips, might give you a different perspective on the critical issues you need to keep in mind as you go forward with an application.
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GRANT FUNDS: MONEY IS WHERE YOU FIND IT
http://www.clede.com/Articles/Police/grants.htm
An online article by Bill Clede appearing in the July 1996 issue of Law and Order. Focuses on providing advice to local police departments on how to go about finding grant money.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GRANT HELP see GRANTHELP

GRANT PROPOSAL . COM, see GRANTPROPOSAL.COM

GRANT PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT (Michigan State University Library)
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/crsrpt.htm
GRANT PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT (Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi of California)
http://www.house.gov/pelosi/crs430.htm
This Congressional Research Service report offers suggestions for finding appropriate sources of Federal and private project funding. It describes major components of the written grant proposal and gives basic guidelines for developing, organizing, and writing the proposal.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GRANT PROPOSAL WRITING LEADERSHIP MANUAL
http://www.investinneighborhoods.com/grants.html
Courtesy of Invest in Neighborhoods, Inc. (Cincinnati, OH).
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GRANT PROPOSAL WRITING: LINKS, RESOURCES, AND COLUMNS
http://www.wilbers.com/grants.htm
Advice from Stephen Wilburs. Articles first appeared in Minneapolis Star Tribune.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

Grant Resources & Responsibilities for Townships
http://www.michigantownships.org/downloads/october02.pdf
http://www.michigantownships.org/downloads/grant_resources_and_responsibilities_for_townships_october02.pdf
Is your township planning a new project, but coming up a little short on funding? A wide area of untapped funds is available to townships--in the form of grants from state and federal government, and from private corporations. Although the grant writing process may seem daunting, this article shows you where to look for grants, what to include in a grant proposal and how to prepare yourself for grant writing success. Beverly A. Browning. (Last checked 12/05/05)

GRANT SEEKER, KNOW THY SELF
http://www.silcom.com/~paladin/curley.html
An electronic document written by Bob Curley for Join Together and posted on the Paladin Web Site.
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GRANT SEEKER'S CHECKLIST
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/fam.htm
http://www.montana.edu/wwwvr/checklist.html
A brief list of tips from the publishers of the Federal Assistance Monitor.
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A GRANT SEEKER'S GUIDE TO THE INTERNET : REVISED AND REVISITED
http://www.mindspring.com/~ajgrant/guide.htm
"Today Internet access is widely available at reasonable rates. Information about grants and other useful material for nonprofit organizations abounds. Any organization with a computer and modem will be able to conduct sophisticated searches and keep current right from their offices. In this update, we'll take a tour of what's new and expanded. We'll also point out some areas related to grants for which information is still scarce on the Internet." Courtesy of Andrew J. Grant and Suzy D. Sonenberg.
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GRANT SEEKERS PAGE
http://www1.surfsouth.com/~jperdew/grant.htm
John Perdew of Albany, Ga. offers free advice on getting funded, tips on writing grant applications, links to the Federal Register and other grant-related information, and a schedule of application deadlines.
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GRANTSEEKING BASICS
http://www.micampuscompact.org/pdf/GrantseekingBasics.pdf
Compiled by Amanda Schafer and Allison Trepa, Michigan Campus Compact.
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GRANT WRITER AS CONSULTANT
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603085128/http://charitychannel.com/article_10778.shtml
If you're like me, you've been asked many times if you freelance, providing consulting services for non-profits looking to start or improve their grants procurement efforts. The grant writer as consultant often falls into the process because a friend asks her to help out an organization with which he is affiliated or because of an inner need to strike out on her or her own. From those humble beginnings, successful consulting companies are often born. However, by not employing some basic concepts, the newbie grant consultant can set herself up for failure. Source: Karen Hodge, Grants and Foundations Review, Apr 27, 2004 Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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GRANT WRITING
http://www.napequity.org/pdf/GRANTWRITING1.pdf
Advice from Mimi Lufkin, National Alliance for Partnerships in Equity.
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GRANT WRITING
http://www.nmac.org/tech_assistance/ta_resources/Org_Effectiveness/GrntWtg.pdf
Washington, DC: National Minority AIDS Council, 2003. Full Text Available Online.
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GRANT WRITING
http://www.fbi.gov/publications/leb/1997/sept597.htm
Agencies should be familiar with the types of federal grant opportunities available and how to apply for grant funding. Article by Roland Reboussin, Ph.D. and Cynthia J. Schwimer appearing in FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin, Sept. 5, 1997.
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GRANT WRITING 101
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/gw101.htm
Sample e-mail communication from Grants and Foundations Review (TM). Provides information on how to subscribe to this mailing list.
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GRANT WRITING 101 : TIPS FOR NOVICE PROPOSAL WRITERS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040404184545/http://charitychannel.com/article_116.shtml
All too often, people approach grantwriting as a mysterious craft or as something you can do in your spare time. While learning to write grants does not require a secret handshake, it is a refined skill that can't be undertaken in an afternoon of "downtime." After eight years of writing grants for a variety of public and private employers and clients, I have identified a series of "trade secrets" I wish someone had shared with me when I started. Advice from Julie Seewald Bornhoeft, CFRE, Grants and Foundations Review, April 16, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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GRANT WRITING: A BEST PRACTICE GUIDE
http://www.theiacp.org/research/BigIdeasGrantWritingWhitePaper.pdf
Many law enforcement agencies today utilize grants, which are available from a variety of agencies including the federal government, to fund their programs. Public sector grants are primarily federal and state grants made to local and state governments or to government agencies. The process of securing grant funds requires the completion of a grant proposal, a process that is summarized in this outline. Advice from Bridget Newell, Ph.D. Web Site maintained by the International Association of Police Chiefs.
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GRANTWRITING BASICS : FUNDAMENTALS THAT DRIVE YOUR GRANTWRITING SUCCESS!
http://www.megrants.org/mpc/nonprofits/grantwriting.cfm
Advice shared by the Maine Philanthropy Center.
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GRANT WRITING HINTS
http://volunteersinhealthcare.org/restips/FUNDING.htm
Writing grants is a daunting process for most small or moderately sized non-profit organizations. Often, grant writing falls to already overburdened staff, as few organizations of this size have the resources available to hire a full or part-time grant writer. The following suggestions are designed to help make this process easier. Provided by Volunteers in Health Care, October 1999.
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GRANT WRITING ON THE WEB: A HEALTH RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT TOOL
http://www.health.state.ut.us/primary_care/grantwrit.html
This grant writing assistance resource document is an annotated bibliography of selected fund raising sources found on the Internet. Entities included are classified as Public Organizations, Private Organizations, or Organizations Focusing on Special Populations. A brief description of each fund raising document is given. Prepared by the Utah Department of Health, June 1997. Last updated July 21, 1999.
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GRANT WRITING : STRATEGIC PLANNING AND PROPOSAL WRITING,br> http://www.casanet.org/program-management/resource-dev/gntwrite.htm
"Winning a grant takes more than an idea and a funding source. It takes an organization that is well managed, that understands its purpose, and one that utilizes its staff and board efficiently." Courtesy of CASANet Resources.
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GRANT WRITING TIPS
http://www.uakron.edu/orssp/public_html/gwt.html
A collection of tips from the University of Akron.
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GRANT WRITING TIPS
http://www.slocog.org/forms/tips.html
A brief list from a regional planning commission in California.
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GRANT WRITING TOOLS FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
http://www.npguides.org/
Provides sample proposal, pre-proposal letter, cover letter, cover sheet, budget, etc. Courtesy of Nonprofit Guides.
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GRANTHELP
http://granthelp.clarityconnect.com/
Provides the grant writer with tips, techniques, and books related to grant writing. Every week we post quick tips. If you need a more complete explanation of the techniques of grant writing, attend our free grant writing school. For informative books on grant writing, non-profit management, research methods and fundraising, visit the bookstore. We just added Funding News, an exciting collaboration with Join Together Online. Agrowing list of Internet resources is kept on our links. Are you confused by some jargon? Look it up in the Glossary or the Acronyms page.
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GRANTPROPOSAL.COM : AESTHETICS AND TECHNICALITIES FOR GRANTWRITERS
http://www.grantproposal.com/
Resources for beginning and advanced grantwriters. Including sample letter of inquiry, prospect research resources, advice from funders, evaluation strategies, consulting referrals, and hundreds of tips. Site developed by Elizabeth Howell Brunner.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GRANTS AND FOUNDATION SUPPORT:
SELECTED SOURCES OF INFORMATION ON GOVERNMENT AND PRIVATE FUNDING
http://www.house.gov/pelosi/crs1036.htm
Congressional offices receive numerous requests for information on how to obtain funds. Many worthwhile projects can only be carried out with outside assistance. This Congressional Research Service bibliography is intended to help planners learn about assistance programs and sources of funds. Of the many good guides to grants and foundation support, those listed in this report have been selected as representative of the variety of resources available. Courtesy of Congresswoman Peolosi of California.
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GRANTS AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT:
A PROFESSIONAL'S POINT OF VIEW
http://www.grantwriters.com/advice.htm
Practical advice from Grantwriters.Com
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GRANTS CENTRAL STATION, see GRANTS.CENTRAL.STATION

GRANTS, ETC.
http://www.ssw.umich.edu/grantsetc/
A web site designed to enable both experienced and novice grantseekers and fundraisers to access information on the Internet. Aimed primarily towards human service providers and other nonprofit organizations, the site provides links to resources on potential funding opportunities, proposal writing, charitable donations, and other valuable information. A guide prepared by Dr. Armand Lauffer, a professor in the School of Social Work, [alauffer@umich.edu, (313) 763 6583] who frequently teaches a course on fundraising at the University of Michigan.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GRANTS HOTLINE . COM, see GRANTSHOTLINE.COM

GRANTS INFORMATION FOR CONSTITUENTS
http://www.house.gov/israel/grants/crs-rs20514-092203.pdf
This report describes key sources of information on government and private grants for state and community projects. Consultants, who know their projects best, may search for grants information on the Internet and in printed reference sources. For federal grants, loans, or nonfinancial help, all programs in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance can be searched by keyword and a number of browsable indexes such as subject, department or agency, program title, beneficiary, and applicant eligibility. Federal Web sites provide information and guidance, and give rules, regulations, and updates. Web sites of organizations such as the Foundation Center describe sources on private, corporate, and community foundations. They also offer guides to writing grants proposals. Merete F. Gerli, Congressional Research Service, RS20514, Updated September 22, 2003.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GRANTS WORK IN A CONGRESSIONAL OFFICE
http://www.house.gov/rothman/pdf/97-220.pdf
http://www.house.gov/rothman/grant_work.htm
Members of Congress frequently receive requests from constituents for information and assistance in obtaining funds for projects. Many state and local governments, nonprofit social service and community action organizations, private research groups, small businesses, and individuals approach congressional offices for information on funding, both from the federal government and from the private sector. The following report does not constitute a blueprint for every office involved in grants and projects activity, nor does it present in-depth information about all aspects of staff activity in this area. The discussion is aimed at describing some basics about the grants process and some of the approaches and techniques used by congressional offices in dealing with this type of constituent service. A guide prepared by Merete Gerli of the Library of Congress Congressional Research Service, Updated Feb. 14, 2002.
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GRANTS.CENTRAL.STATION
http://House-of-Hope.org/grants-central-station.htm
http://House-of-Hope.org/components.htm
Jay Mendell's Links to Grants Information on the Internet, a service of the Center for Urban Redevelopment and Empowerment at Florida Atlantic University. Focuses on resources of use to beginning and intermediate grant writers. The second URL address is designed for advanced grant writers.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GRANTSMANSHIP FOREVER - WRITING A WISHBOOK
http://web.archive.org/web/20000829100930/
http://www.canr.msu.edu/jackson/Community+Dev/Resource+Notes/res_3.htm
Offers tips on putting together a wishbook as an initial stage in preparing a grant proposal. Compiled by Les Schick, Michigan County Extension Director - Jackson County. Still available courtesy of the Internet Archive.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GRANTWRITING, see Grant Writing

GRASSROOTS FUNDRAISING : ADOPT OR ADAPT
http://www.home.gil.com.au/~dnash/
Collection of advice from Doug Nash of Australia.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GREAT LAKES SCRIP CENTER
http://www.glscrip.com/
Scrip is a term that means "substitute money". When you purchase scrip, you're purchasing negotiable gift certificates and prepaid cards that are used just like cash You can use scrip to purchase everyday expenses like food, clothing, and other essentials, and with every purchase, you earn revenue for the church, school, or nonprofit organization of your choice.
The reason for the effectiveness of scrip is simple: families generate revenue through purchases they would make anyway. Groceries, clothing, toys, gifts, even gasoline can be purchased with scrip. An organization of 150 families easily spends between one and two million dollars per year on food, clothing and other essentials. If these families use scrip for these purchases, they can raise as much as $40,000 to $80,000 per year for their organization --without spending an additional penny.
(Last checked 03/07/05)

GUIDE FOR WRITING A FUNDING PROPOSAL
http://www.learnerassociates.net/proposal/
A practical guide that provides both instructions on how to write a funding proposal with actual examples of a completed proposal. Designed as a tool for advanced graduate students and others to learn more about the actual proposal writing process. Provided by S. Joseph Levine, MSU Department of Agricultural and Extension Education.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GUIDE TO EVALUATION FOR SKILLMAN FOUNDATION GRANTEES
http://www.skillman.org/pdfs/Evaluation.pdf
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GUIDE TO FISCAL SPONSORSHIP AND AFFILIATION
http://fdncenter.org/for_individuals/fiscal_sponsorship/index.html
Since most foundation funding is awarded to nonprofits rather than to individuals, affiliating yourself with an organization or obtaining a fiscal sponsor can increase your likelihood of receiving funding. Most such affiliations with fiscal sponsors are rather formal, based on a written contract that spells out who will do what, and some sponsors will extract a fee for this service. This guide is a detailed look at the affiliation possibilities for individual grantseekers.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GUIDE TO GRANT PROPOSAL WRITING
http://web.archive.org/web/20010803174344/
http://www2.njstatelib.org/njlib/grhdtoc.htm
Prepared by the staff of the Library Development Bureau, New Jersey State Library, affiliated with Thomas Edison State College, September, 1996.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

A GUIDE TO GRANTS AND LOANS AND OTHER FINANCING PROGRAMS FOR MICHIGAN COMMUNITIES
http://www.preinnewhof.com/municipal/G&L_Guide_2003.pdf
Advice from the firm Prein & Newhof. "Our clients often rely on u for advice to help them find ways to pay for their infrastructure improvement projects. We developed this booklet to help them negotiate the maze of funding options available." Describes an array of funding opportunities available in 2003, including: the Clean Michigan Initiative, the Drinking Water Revolving Fund, the State Revolving Fund/Straegic Water Quality Initiatives, Wellhead Protection Program, Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund, Transportation Enhancement Program, Transportation Economic Development Fund, Community Development Block Grant, Rural Development Program, Economic Development Grant, etc. as well as some case histories of projects that the firm has worked on.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GUIDE TO GRANTSEEKING ON THE WEB
http://fdncenter.org/learn/bookshelf/grantseek/text.html
The Foundation Center has posted an abridged version of The Foundation Center's Guide to Grantseeking on the Web, 2001 edition, in its Learning Lab, including excerpts from four chapters of the book: "Independent Foundations on the Web," "Corporate Giving on the Web," "Online Prospecting for Individual Donors," and "Building Communities: Discussion Groups, Listservs, Forums, and Message Boards." You can also test yourself on what you've learned by taking our online quiz. A print copy of the book should be available in the Funding Center collection in Main Library Reference.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GUIDE TO PROPOSAL PLANNING AND WRITING
http://www.wm.edu/grants/PROP/miner.pdf
Offers time-tested suggestions on how you can plan and write your grant proposals so that you can get your share of grant dollars, as well as useful questions to ask a program officer. Lynn E. Miner, Ph.D., Associate Dean and Director of Research and Sponsored Programs, Marquette University, and author of Proposal Planning and Writing (Oryx Press, 1998).
(Last checked 04/21/05)

GUIDE TO SPECIAL EVENTS FUNDRAISING
http://www.pch.gc.ca/progs/pc-cp/pubs/e/Specev1.htm
The entire text of this 21 chapter book by Ken Wyman, CFRE, a fund raising consultant in Canada. Courtesy of the Canadian Heritage Association.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HABITS OF THE FEARLESS GRANTSEEKER
http://brownandbrown.tv/fearless.htm
Practical advice from Larissa Golden Brown, a consultant from Portland, Oregon.
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HANDS OFF FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGNS
http://nonprofit.about.com/business/industries/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa101498.htm
Auto donation and telemarketing programs don't take much work -- but the returns might be small. An online article by Stan Hutton of the Mining Co., October 14, 1998. Includes web links to additional resources.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HAPPILY EVER AFTER -- CREATING LASTING RELATIONSHIPS WITH FUNDERS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603133305/http://charitychannel.com/article_107.shtml
Ever go to a conference attended by both grantseekers and grantmakers? Foundation staff are often mobbed like celebrities. It’s not exactly the best place to get to know a program officer. The mail is no easier -- foundation mailboxes overflow with grantseekers’ newsletters, annual reports, and event invitations. So how can you truly stand out from the crowd and develop a meaningful relationship with a funder? Advice from Susan Schaefer, CFRE, Grant and Foundations Review, June 18, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HARD DATA/SOFT DATA: HOW THEY HELP YOU BUILD STRONG PROPOSALS
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/97winter/data1.asp
Article by Norton Kiritz from the Winter 1997 issue of Grantsmanship Center Magazine.
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HEALTH FUNDING UPDATE
http://fdncenter.org/research/trends_analysis/pdf/health_update.pdf
This report provides a brief examination of the growth and distribution of foundation funding for health from the mid-1990s to the start of the new millennium.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HELP 4 NONPROFITS
RESOLVE INC.
http://www.help4nonprofits.com/
Practical advice from Hildy Gottlieb of Resolve, Inc., a company that provides consulting services to nonprofits.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HINTS TO GRANTWRITERS SEEKING FUNDING FROM FOUNDATIONS
http://www.jcdowning.org/resources/generalguide.htm
Courtesy of the J. C. Downing Foundation. (Also listed under J. C. Downing Foundation.)
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HIRING A DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/96/fundraising.html
As small organizations grow, they grapple with the need to raise more and more money. Inevitably, they must consider hiring someone to take charge of fundraising. This is a difficult decision. A group is gambling that the investment of salary – money they often barely have – will generate much more money than they currently raise. And it will, if the person is effective, the board already accepts its role in fundraising, and the organization has its basic infrastructure in place (up-to-date records, clear goals and objectives). However, there is little margin for error. What if the person isn't skilled enough, or isn't a good worker? What if everything is in place, but the program takes longer than planned? How will the organization support itself in the meantime? Before deciding to hire fundraising staff, an organization should clarify a few issues. An article by Kim Klein, Shelterforce Online, Number 96, Nov./Dec. 1997.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HITDONATE.NET
http://www.hitdonate.net/index.html
The aim of this site is to provide anyone involved in running charity websites with a practical overview of the opportunities and challenges such sites present for fundraising. This site was built as part of an MA project for the London College of Printing.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HONING YOUR PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
http://charitychannel.com/enews/v.aspx?SI=10134&E=harris23%40MAIL.LIB.MSU.EDU&S=2&N=1490&ID=1449&NL=15
Grantwriting is a multifaceted business, and good writing is less than half of the work. Good project and organizational planning are just as important to developing successful proposals, and an understanding of finances and staffing helps, too. As with any profession, continuous improvement and lifelong learning are keys to success.
I don't advise anyone to consider setting up shop as a professional grantwriter without some real-life grants experience. Nevertheless, I know that some readers will be thinking of doing just this. Even if you have extensive nonprofit experience in areas other than grantwriting, if you are new to this field, I suggest you follow the beginning steps outlined below. If you have been writing grants for a while and want to learn how to hone your skills further, go the section on advanced grantsmanship. Whatever your experience level, here are some things I recommend to anyone wanting to work seriously in the grants field. And yes, this is how I got started. A chapter from Grantwriting Beyond the Basics, Book 1: Proven Strategies Professionals Use to Make Their Proposals Work by Michael Wells.
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HOW CAN WE USE THE INTERNET FOR FUNDRAISING?
http://www.nonprofits.org/misc/981027em.html
A narrative and set of links by Eric Mercer and the Internet Nonprofit Center.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HOW DOES THE STOCK MARKET AFFECT FUNDRAISING?
http://nonprofit.about.com/business/industries/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa093098.htm
An online article by Stan Hutton of the Mining Co., September 30, 1998.
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HOW STAFF CAN HELP YOU RAISE MONEY
http://web.archive.org/web/20040404184143/http://charitychannel.com/article_1830.shtml
Eschew that Lone Ranger mentality. Better yet, help everyone else eschew, too! You’re not the only one responsible for helping the institution raise money. Though the rest of the staff may dodge the fundraising bullet in their job descriptions, they can’t escape it in their job responsibilities. You have to show them, though, how they can help the proposal developer earn grants. Advice from Sarah Brophy, Grants and Foundations Review, Oct. 22, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HOW TO ALIENATE A FOUNDATION OFFICIAL
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/cfrnet3.htm
A sample CFRNET mailing list posting, February 6, 1997.
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HOW TO APPLY TO THE IRS FOR CHARITY CERTIFICATION
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/irscert.htm
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HOW TO ASK FOR MONEY - WHETTING THEIR APPETITE
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/whetting.htm
Practical advice from the former Grantseeker.Com Learning Center Home Page.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HOW TO CHOOSE FUNDRAISING COUNSEL
http://www.aafrc.org/choose_council/
A guide provided by American Association of Fund Raising Counsel and the AAFRC Trust for Philanthropy. Also listed as Eight steps....
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HOW TO CONDUCT SPECIAL EVENTS
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/titles/events.html
Special events, also often called “fundraising benefits,” are social gatherings of many sorts that expand the reputation of the organization, give those attending an amusing, interesting, or moving time, and possibly make money for the organization sponsoring the event. The variety of special events is practically limitless, as are the possibilities for money earned or lost, amount of work put in, number of people participating, and so on. Reprinted from Fundraising for Social Change by Kim Klein, Third Edition, copyright Chardon Press, 1996.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HOW TO COPE WITH FUNDING CUTBACKS
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/126/fundraising.html
Strategies to get your organization through the dry spell. Article by Kim Klein, Shelterforce Onlice, Number 126, Nov./Dec. 2002.
(Last checked 04/21/05)

HOW TO DEVELOP AND WRITE A GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.house.gov/israel/grants/crs-rl32159-112603.pdf
This report is intended for grant seekers in districts and states. It is based in poart on "Developing and Writing Grant Proposals" from the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance and draws on some other CRS reports such as Grant Proposal Devlopment (90-430) by Rhoda Newman. The CFDA tends to focus on federal grant proposals; this report has been expanded to include writing proposals for both government and private foundation grants. In preparation for writing a proposal, the report first discusses preliminary information gathering and information, developing ideas for the proposal, gathering community support, identifying funding resources, and seeking preliminary review of the proposal and support of relevant administrative officials.
The second section covers the actual writing of the proposal, from outlining of project goals, stating the purpose and objectives of the proposal, explaining the program methods to solve the stated problem, and how the results of the project will be evaluated, to long-term project planning, and, finally, developing the budget proposal.
The last section includes a listing of free grants writing Web sites, some in Spanish as well as in English, including the Foundation Center's Proposal Writing Short Course.
Merete F. Gerli, Congressional Research Service, Nov. 26, 2003.
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HOW TO ENHANCE A GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.epa.gov/seahome/grants/src/writting/write.htm
It is important for an applicant to become familiar with eligibility requirements and other criteria related to the organization and grant program from which assistance is sought. Applicants should remember that the basic requirements, application forms, information, deadlines, and procedures will vary for each grant maker. Since funding information changes, applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the funding source before preparing any application. Courtesy of the Environmental Protection Agency.
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HOW TO FIND SOURCES OF MAJOR FUNDING
http://www.vfis.com/pdf/grant/issue7funding.pdf
Advice from Aaron K. Shaffer.
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HOW TO FIND THE RIGHT FOUNDATION
http://nonprofit.about.com/careers/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa110399.htm
Your odds of getting a grant will increase if you find the right foundations. Grantmakers operate with guidelines and geographic restrictions so if you're hoping to fund a child care program in Chicago don't send your proposal to a foundation that only funds senior programs in New York. Online article by Stan Hutton from the About.Com Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Organizations.
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HOW TO FUNDRAISE SUCCESSFULLY ON A MODEST SCALE
http://www.prochoiceresource.org/about/money_modest.html
Advice from Nancy Ellefson, ProChoice IDEA , Winter/Spring 1996/97. Courtesy of the ProChoice Resource Center, Inc., 1999.
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HOW TO GET YOUR BOARD TO RAISE MONEY - PLAN X
http://web.archive.org/web/20011218063831/
http://www.chardonpress.com/titles/feature19_2.html
An article by Kim Klein reprinted from the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Volume 19, Number 2, © Chardon Press, 2000. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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HOW TO REACH THE MEDIA
http://nonprofit.about.com/business/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa101899.htm
Tips on how to get publicity for your nonprofit by Stan Hutton of About.Com.
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HOW TO RESEARCH FUNDERS ON THE INTERNET
http://efsinternet.com/internet-funders.htm
Tips from Marilyn Gross, a fund raising consultant.
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HOW TO USE A FREELANCE WRITER
http://web.archive.org/web/20040615222217/http://www.charitychannel.com/article_1960.shtml
My first job in fundraising was with a very large university. The development office employed three grant proposal writers and an editor. Later on, I worked as a freelance grant proposal writer for 18 years, and I was pleased to discover that many non-profits did not employ in-house writers. These organizations relied upon freelance writers to get out their proposals, newsletters, brochures, etc. Advice from Shelley Uva, Grants and Foundations Review, Oct. 28, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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HOW TO WRITE A FELLOWSHIP PROPOSAL
http://www.gsas.harvard.edu/academic/fellowships/essays.html
Courtesy of Harvard University.
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HOW TO WRITE A GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.house.gov/bishop/GrantProposal.html
Advice from the Congressional Research Service. Available courtesy of Congressman Sanford Bishop Jr. of Georgia.
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HOW TO WRITE A GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.youthdevelopment.org/pdf/howtowrite.pdf
This document was extracted from the Federal Grants Manual for Youth Programs : A Guide to Youth Risk Behavior Prevention Funding, Volume 1 (DHHS) by the Institute for Youth Development. 12pp.
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HOW TO WRITE A GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.ezec.gov/Fundseekers%20Guide%20to%20the%20Galaxy/
Technote13%20How%20to%20Write%20a%20Grant%20Proposal.pdf
Is your community planning to seek funds from foundations or corporations as an overall fund-raising plan? Have you already applied for funding and been turned down? Has your community already acquired 501(c)(3) status and is it ready to receive funds? Are you wondering how you can get started on funding your community's projects? If so, your community may want to consider these tips for writing effective grant proposals. OCD Technote 13 by Ilona Varallyay, Office of Community Development, U.S. Department of Agricul-ture, Rural Development, February 1998.
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HOW TO WRITE A PROPOSAL
http://www.dyer-ives.org/dy005_tools_how_to_write.htm
Practical advice from the Dyer-Ives Foundation of Grand Rapids.
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HOW TO WRITE A WINNING GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.hsus2.org/sheltering/magazine/asmJA96_howto.pdf
Advice from the Humane Society of the United States appearing in Sheltering Magazine, January 1996.
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HOW WE RAISED MONEY IN A HURRY
http://web.archive.org/web/20011218063838/
http://www.chardonpress.com/titles/feature18_6.html
I recently discovered that, when confronted with a formidable fundraising challenge, it’s wise to consult the experts, craft a feasible plan, and perhaps most important, trust your instincts. With virtually no experience in securing gifts from major donors, and with the help of many talented and resourceful people, I was able to lead our group in raising $1.5 million from middle-income donors, most of it in just five months. This article focuses on how we accomplished that feat—what worked, what didn’t—and the important lessons that we learned. An article by Mary Humphries reprinted from the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Volume 18, Number 6, © Chardon Press, 1999.
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HOW WILL THE NET AFFECT THE WORK OF FUNDRAISERS?
http://www.nonprofit-info.org/npofaq/06/13.html
Putnam Barber, Internet Nonprofit Center.
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HOW YOU CAN DESIGN AND DEVELOP COST-EFFECTIVE MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
http://web.archive.org/web/20010303063949/
http://www.guidestar.org/npo/nparticles/article001.html
Expertly managed public relations programs utilize a wide variety of communications, each suited to the target audience. This article discusses how to evaluate your current marketing communications (excluding response rates). As well, we will help you to identify some low-cost alternative communications to augment your “marketing mix.” Diane L. Hodiak, co-author of Fund-Raising and Marketing in the One-Person Shop, Achieving Success with Limited Resources. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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I'M WAITING...
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603161611/http://charitychannel.com/article_3421.shtml
The proposal deadlines stack up ahead of you, but no one is ready to give or get you what you need. You have had the team meetings, designed the projects and made the connections, now you're just waiting for the physical material you need to write the proposal. Something as simple as "John, this is worth $75,000!" will move things along. Too often, though, our colleagues fall prey to smaller, more immediate issues. Source: Grants and Foundations Review, January 21, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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IDEAS FOR YOUTH ORGANIZATION FUNDRAISING EVENTS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040204111728/http://www.drugs.indiana.edu/prevention/youth_ideas.html
This list was prepared for use by middle school, high school, and college student organizations. Some of the events may be appropriate for intermediate grades student organizations as well (especially with adult/family help). Many of these projects are also suitable for parent groups, grassroots prevention organizations, youth-serving agencies, and school-based prevention programs. The activities listed below are popular activities for youth prevention organizations such as BACCHUS, SADD, STAND, Youth Power, etc. Article provided by William J. Bailey, M.P.H., C.P.P., Associate Professor of Applied Health Science and Executive Director, Indiana Prevention Resource Center, Indiana University. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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IMPORTANCE OF GRANT REPORTING
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603163806/http://charitychannel.com/article_3543.shtml
As a grant writer, your first priority is writing proposals that get your organization grants. Once you have received a grant, you may feel pretty good about yourself, but it's important to remember that your work is not yet done. Almost all funders ask their grant recipients to submit reports on the funding they have provided, and chances are, writing these reports is going to be part of your job. Article by Shelley Uva, Grants and Foundations Review, Jan 30, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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IMPORTANCE OF RELATIONSHIP-BUILDING IN SECURING GRANTS FOR NONPROFIT PROGRAMS
http://www.pnnonline.org/article.php?sid=4423
Levi Strauss Executive Director Theresa Fay-Bustillos delivered the keynote address Tuesday at Blackbaud's Symposium on Philanthropy. A civil rights attorney with extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, Ms. Fay-Bustillos shared her thoughts on how nonprofits can better understand the corporate world and increase the likelihood of receiving a grant... Source: PNN Alert, Vol. 8, no. 37, May 9, 2003.
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INCREASED GIVING BY INVESTING MORE MONEY IN FUND RAISING -- WISELY
http://www.nonprofit-info.org/misc/fps/increased.html
This article by Wilson C. Lewis was originally presented as a paper at the Third Annual Symposium, "Taking Fund Raising Seriously," at the Center on Philanthropy, Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis, June 6-8, 1990. It was published in The Philanthropic Monthly, April/May, 1990.
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INFORMATION FOR SEEKING FOUNDATION AND CORPORATE GRANTS, 2005
http://www.cmif.org/documents/infoforseeking2005.pdf
Contents: How to research a foundation. The proposal process. Typical questions a foundation might ask. Michigan Common Grant Application Form. Where to get more information. Courtesy of the Council of Michigan Foundations.
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INNER SECRETS OF SUCCESSFUL PROPOSALS
http://web.archive.org/web/20030402081813/
http://www.fanniemaefoundation.org/grants/successful_proposals.shtml
Top tips on getting your proposal through, straight from the people who know best what works: funders. An article by Linda A. Long, freelance writer, appearing in Foundation News and Commentary, March/April 2000, and still available thanks to the Fannie Mae Foundation.
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INTERNET FUNDRAISING BONANZA
http://www.cdsfunds.com/articles/89.htm
Isn’t this Internet world a wonderful place? All we have to do is create a beautiful website and they will come running in masses, right? Yeah, right, and they’ll be dragging bags of money with them too! An article by David G. Phillips appearing in the Custom Development Solutions Newsletter.
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INTERNET FUNDRAISING RESOURCES FROM NPADVISORS.COM
http://www.npadvisors.com/internetfundraising.asp
A collection of articles on online fundraising, including statistics, examples, trends and insights by Rick Christ.
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INTERNET NONPROFIT CENTER NONPROFIT FAQ
http://www.nonprofits.org/npofaq/
Provides the answers to frequently asked questions by nonprofits. Questions and answers are sorted into various categories such as :

INTERNET RESOURCES FOR GRANTS AND FOUNDATIONS
http://www.ala.org/acrl/resmay97.html
"The Internet encompasses an exciting galaxy of foundation information and a variety of funding resources for both the neophyte and the experienced grant researcher. Foundation sites contain keys to programmatic giving, geographic focus, range of grant awards, program and support limitations. Additional information provides networking opportunities with colleagues, grant-writing structure and methodology, and access to professional literature. Many associations and government agencies, as well as corporate, private, and community foundations maintain a Web presence on the Internet. Of course, with the ever-changing nature of the Internet no article could provide a permanently comprehensive list of resources. Be aware that some sites with multiple points of access will have overlapping information and links. The following selected sites are intended to provide an introduction to the subject of grants and foundations. Explore the sites, peruse an e-journal, and enjoy surfing the links." An article written by Hilary Sternberg for C&RL NewsNet, May 1997, Vol. 58, No. 5.
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INTRODUCTION TO FUND RAISING
http://www.tparents.org/Library/Unification/Talks/Froehlch/FUNDRSE.htm
Presentation by Tom Froehlich compiled from required reading sources and class notes for the Development Director Certificate Program at the College of Professional Studies, University of San Francisco.
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AN INTRODUCTION TO FUND RAISING IN ARCHIVES
http://www.pro.gov.uk/archives/lottery/fundraising.pdf
This is a guide aimed at the archivist who has, perhaps for the first time, to take on the role of fundraiser. The guide is not meant to be an exhaustive fundraising tool but serves rather as an introduction to the sometimes confusing world of fundraising. It is aimed primarily at creating an understanding of the different fundraising methods and some general principles for applying them. Written by Cathrin Cassarchis, National Council on Archives, United Kingdom, 1999.
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INTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATIONS
http://www-wsl.state.wy.us/slpub/foundations/index.html
This guide is designed as one tool to assist you as a member of the library foundation board. The contents should be especially helpful to the new member by providing an introduction to foundation concepts in general and libraries in particular. Information compiled by Jerry Krois, Deputy State Librarian, Wyoming State Library.
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IT'S NOT WHO YOU KNOW: IT'S HOW YOU ASK
http://www.campbellcompany.com/ideas/asking.htm
Introducing a five-step process for winning major gift donors. Outline of a presentation at the 1999 NSFRE Indiana Fundraising Day, September 24, 1999, by Edith H. Falk, President.
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IS GOVERNMENT FUNDING FOR YOU?
http://nonprofit.about.com/careers/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa053100a.htm
Local, state and federal money is an important funding source for many nonprofits. Here's some basic information about the scope of government funding and what you need to do to get some. Article by Stan Hutton from the About.Com Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Organizations.
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IS IT GRANT WRITING OR PROPOSAL WRITING?
http://nonprofit.about.com/library/weekly/aa061798.htm
Article by Stan Hutton, compiler of the About.Com Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Institutions.
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J. C. DOWNING FOUNDATION
http://www.jcdowning.org/resources/generalguide.htm
The J.C. Downing Foundation is a private nonoperating foundation that supports a variety of philanthropic projects through grants to qualified nonprofit organizations. Includes application requirements. The web site also offers access to foundation resources useful to both grantmakers and grantseeker. These resources include general guidance for grantseekers, foundation-related definitions, recommended reading, information about nonprofit organizations, and links to other foundations.
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JUST ANSWER THE QUESTIONS AND OTHER TIPS FOR AN AWARD-WINNING PROPOSAL
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603160952/http://charitychannel.com/article_10545.shtml
Truth be told, our President/CEO really likes to win awards. My first tasks when I arrived two years ago were to submit our organization for three local honors. I didn't know how much to brag, how much to bluster and how much to try to overwhelm the judges with facts and figures. We did okay, winning finalist designations on all three submission, but no prize. An article by Bill Smith, Corporate & Foundation Relations Manager, Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee, Grants and Foundations Review, April 7, 2004. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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KEEP IT SPECIAL : USING SPECIAL EVENTS TO BEST ADVANTAGE
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/122/fundraising.html
Special events or fundraising benefits expand the reputation of an organization, provide participants an interesting time, and sometimes make money. Because of their variety and flexibility, special events are excellent strategies for acquiring, retaining, or upgrading donors. Organizations serious about building a broad base of individual donors need at least one or two events annually – to generate publicity, raise their visibility, and bring in new money. Article by Kim Klein, Shelterforce Online, Number 122, March/April 2002.
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LET'S ASK FOR ONE MILLION DOLLARS OR WHY SUCCESSFUL GRANTSMANSHIP ISN'T LIKE BUCKSHOT
http://web.archive.org/web/20040627081732/http://www.charitychannel.com/article_4832.shtml
The importance of prospect research. Practical advice by Katherine Driskell Felts, KDFConsulting, Grants and Foundation Review, Apr 8, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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LIBRARY FUND RAISING: A SELECTED ANNOTATED BIBLIOGRAPHY
http://www.ala.org/Template.cfm?Section=Library_Fact_Sheets&
Template=/ContentManagement/ContentDisplay.cfm&ContentID=25081
In recent years, many librarians have turned to nontraditional sources of funding to ensure that their library or library system will be able to provide necessary services with a high degree of excellence. This fact sheet is designed to serve a variety of interests. Whether you are looking to fund a large, one-time project or to form lasting connections with the community at large that will generate future dividends, these sources will be valuable tools. ALA Library Fact Sheet Number 24.
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LIBRARY FUNDRAISING ON THE WEB
http://web.archive.org/web/20011110145656/
pobox.upenn.edu/~corsonf/alabook.html
A 1998 update of an article appearing in the ALA 1996 Big Book of Library Grant Money by Adam Corson-Finnerty, Director, Library Development and External Affairs, University of Pennsylvania Library.
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A LIBRARY'S APPEAL: NOT BY THE BOOK
http://www.pps.org/topics/funding/fundstrat/libraryappeal
Advice from Anne Lowry Bailey about using affinity groups to raise money for libraries. From Urban Parks Online Fundraising Strategies web page.
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LITERATURE OF THE NONPROFIT SECTOR
http://lnps.fdncenter.org/
The Foundation Center has now converted the contents of the first eight volumes of The Literature of the Nonprofit Sector into a searchable database covering over 15,400 full bibliographic citations, 9,305 of which have descriptive abstracts. Drawing on the combined resources of five national libraries, the database is updated regularly. Items covered deal with everything from the theory and philosophy of philanthropy, biographies of philanthropists, administration and management of nonprofits, and materials issued by foundations or nonprofit organizations.
Note: Also listed under Nonprofits.
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LOGIC MODEL DEVELOPMENT GUIDE
SEE W. K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION LOGIC MODEL DEVELOPMENT GUIDE

LOOKING AT THE BIG PICTURE:
THE 5 KEY INGREDIENTS OF SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING
http://www.envision.ca/templates/resources.asp?id=2669
To fundraise effectively, an organization needs an effective fundraising plan. A concise plan will help an organization reach new donors. Objectives for increasing donors must be clearly outlined and planning needs to incorporate strong volunteer leadership, timelines, communications, and more. The 5 key ingredients to successful fundraising are:

LOOKING FOR GRANTS?
http://www.cof.org/index.cfm?containerID=76&menuContainerID=0&crumb=2&
A list of information resources provided by the Council of Foundations.
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MAINTAINING HEART IN A WIRED WORLD
http://www.venturesfoundation.org/pubs/other/MaintainingHeart.pdf
The appropriate uses of technology in Community Foundations - October 2002, "Is it possible that technology can actually help Community Foundations build better relationships and improve the quality of its grantmaking?" by Noah Wasmer, Chief Knowledge Management Officer, East Bay Communrity Foundation. Shared by Philanthropic Ventures Foundation.
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MAJOR DONOR COMPAIGNS: THE HEART OF ANY SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
http://www.zimmerman-lehman.com/mdcampaign.htm
Whether for capital or annual gifts, major donor campaigns are an extremely effective means of raising significant income. Make a major donor campaign part of your nonprofit's fundraising arsenal; it will be well worth the investment of time and money.
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MAJOR DONOR CAMPAIGNS: THE KEY TO SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING
http://www.zimmerman-lehman.com/Major.htm
This article focuses on: What is a major donor? Why are major donors so important to nonprofits? How do you find them? Tips from Zimmerman, Lehman, a San Francisco consulting firm.
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MAJOR DONOR CAMPAIGNS: THE HEART OF ANY SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING EFFORT
http://www.zimmerman-lehman.com/mdcampaign.htm
This article provides information on major donor solicitation that supplements what you will find in Zimmerman Lehman's book Major Donors: The Key to Successful Fundraising. Tips from Zimmerman, Lehman, a San Francisco consulting firm.
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MAKE FUNDRAISING YOUR CAREER
http://web.archive.org/web/20011218063925/
http://www.chardonpress.com/titles/feature17_1.html
What would you say if you could have a career that paid you a salary from $10,000-$150,000? Gave you work with fairly measurable outcomes? Where talking about your values and writing about what you believe is part of the job? Where all the people you work with agree that what you do is really important? Sounds like a great career, doesn't it? It is: it's a career in fundraising. An article by Kim Klein reprinted from the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Volume 17, Number 1, copyright Chardon Press, 1998.
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MAKING THE CALL
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603160108/http://charitychannel.com/article_118.shtml
A critical piece of proposal writing isn't writing at all, it's talking. If you haven't called to speak to a foundation officer or program director before preparing a proposal, you risk wasting your time writing it and someone's time reading it. Advice from Sarah S. Brophy, Grants and Foundations Review, April 2, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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MAKING THE CASE FOR SUPPORT
http://www.campbellcompany.com/ideas/making.htm
Learn how to "tell your story" with donor-focused strategies for speaking to your prospect audiences. A presentation by Kenneth W. Johnson, Vice President & Regional Manager, to the NSFRE Greater Cleveland Chapter, NSFRE, March 24, 1998.
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MAKING USE OF DECEMBER
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/119/fundraising.html
December is a great month to raise money. In this way, it is strikingly similar to the other 11 months. And some people do make most of their donations in December. Some very wealthy people wait to see which stocks they should donate to get the best tax advantage, and self-employed people whose monthly income varies widely may wait until year’s end to get a clear sense of their financial picture. However, for every person who waits until the holidays to make major giving decisions, a hundred more have already given away all they are going to give. Very few people make all their charitable gifts in any one time period. And December is in fact a very competitive month during which to raise money, particularly among social service agencies, as the needs of the poor, homeless, and hungry tend to be highlighted at this time of year. From the other direction, the gift-buying frenzy also competes for attention and money. Article by Kim Klein, Shelterforce Online, Number 119, Sept./Oct. 2001.
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MANAGING MULTIPLE GRANT PRIORITIES
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603163609/http://charitychannel.com/article_6936.shtml
Grant writers by necessity must be able to keep a number of different balls in the air at once or risk ineffectiveness. Operating grants. Program grants. Construction projects. Equipment needs. And on and on and on. Whether you are a paid staffer at a single organization or you freelance for a variety of non-profits, you must be able to manage a diverse portfolio of grant projects. Practical advice from karen Hodge, Grants and Foundations Review, August 12, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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MANAGING UNREASONABLE EXPECTATIONS CONCERNING YOUR GRANTS PROGRAM
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603163624/http://charitychannel.com/article_1516.shtml
If you have been a grant writer for more than a week you have probably already encountered your share of unreasonable expectations: supervisors who think you can write fourteen winning grants at the same time; faculty members or other co-workers who think you can secure funds for their pet projects without any more detail than "get us as much as you can for whatever you can get it for." Advice from Karen Hodge, Grants and Foundations Review, October 9, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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A MAP OF THE CRAFT
http://www.grantcraft.org/pdfs/mapofthecraft.pdf
What do grant makers say they need to get beyond the basics? We asked hundreds of grant makers this question and charted their answers. This Map of the Craft [PDF - 4 pages] identifies seven challenges in grant making, as well as practices and skills that can help you meet them. Courtesy of Grantcraft.
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MARKETING 101 AND SUCCESSFUL CORPORATE FUNDING -- WHAT'S THE CONNECTION?
http://web.archive.org/web/20030317091600/
http://www.email-reports.com/articles-archive/00000004.htm
Your challenge is to identify what a corporation and its foundation states as its needs, wants and priorities and then discover ways you can partner with the grantor to meet these needs. Marketing shifts the focus from what you need to what the grantor needs. Advice from Jean Block captured by Abe's Grant Report, December 8, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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MATCHING EVALUATION TO YOUR PROJECT AND ORGANIZATION : PART 1
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/?a=2359&z=16
The need for evaluation of grant projects has increased over the years, as funders and nonprofits have become more sophisticated and more focused on results. Before the 1960s, it was possible to get funded by saying, "There are young people living on the streets of BostonPortland who really need help. We care about them and want to help them." This wasn’t specific enough for funders to know if their grants were having an impact, so they started to ask, "How many?" Courtesy of Michael Wells, Grants and Foundations Review, December 30, 2004.
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MATCHING EVALUATION TO YOUR PROJECT AND ORGANIZATION : PART 2
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/?a=2428&z=16
What kind of evaluation you need to do, and who you will involve, depends on your project and your organization. Courtesy of Michael Wells, Grants and Foundations Review, January 05, 2005.
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MEASURING CHANGE TO MAKE CHANGE: THE FUNDRAISING CASE FOR PROGRAM EVALUATION
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/magazine/feature23_3.html
How do you know if your organization is making a difference? It's a question you probably ask yourself all the time. Your staff, donors, funders, and stakeholders also want to know the answer. Program evaluation is a key component of operating and sustaining effective nonprofit organizations. This article outlines the benefits of program evaluation and how evaluation results can be used for fundraising. We present information from interviews with three Bay Area nonprofits: DataCenter, Health Initiatives for Youth (HIFY), and Shelter Network of San Mateo. Article by Rachel Lanzerotti and Laura Lanzerotti appearing in Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Vol. 23, no. 3, May/June 2004.
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MICKEY'S PLACE IN THE SUN : FUNDRAISING RESOURCES
http://Mickeys-Place-in-the-Sun.com/funding.html
Categories include: benefit auctions, general and miscellaneous, fundraising guides and how to's, organizations, fundraising products and programs, publications, software.
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MICHIGAN NONPROFIT ASSOCIATION
FUNDING AND GRANTWRITING RESOURCES
http://www.mnaonline.org/fundingres.asp
Provides a number of resources related to finding funding and writing grants.
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MONEY TALKS: A GUIDE TO SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING STRATEGIES
http://web.archive.org/web/20010707164202/
www.prochoiceresource.org/html/info/moneytalks.htm
The ProChoice Resource Center has selected and compiled some of the very best fundraising resources for grassroots groups. Whether you are new to fundraising — or are looking to take your organization to the next level of funding — these resources provide essential information for planning and implementing a fundraising program. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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MULTICULTURAL PHILANTHROPY WEBOGRAPHY
http://web.archive.org/web/20030429160256/http://www.philanthropy.org/
inside/multicultural_philanthropy/weblinks.htm
The Multicultural Philanthropy Webography is a project of the Center for the Study of Philanthropy at the Graduate School and University Center of the City University of New York. The Center maintains active links to the web sites of minority and ethnic nonprofit organizations in the following categories: African American, Latino, Women, Asian-Pacific-American, and Native American. Still available on the Internet Archive.
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NAVIGATING THE GRANTMAKING MAZE
http://efsinternet.com/maze.htm
Subtitled An Expert Helps You Find the Way. An article originally appearing in the Nonprofit Times April 1991 and later revised in July 1998 by Marilyn Gross.
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THE NEEDS STATEMENT
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603132914/http://charitychannel.com/article_2840.shtml
The Needs Statement must convince a reviewer of need and invoke them to respond. The proposal must convey a sense of urgency and substantiate it with facts. The Needs Statement sets this tone. As a proposal writer, you must "give life" to the issue at hand. You must balance the math with the human condition. As a proposal writer, you can focus on several key strategies that support a quality Needs Statement. Advice from Julie Seewald Bornhoeft, CFRE, Grants and Foundations Review, Dec. 10, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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THE NEW CONTRACTING ECONOMY: WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR FUNDRAISING?
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/zimnot41.htm
Sample issue of ZimNotes, Vol. 4, No. 1
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NEW WAY TO GIVE
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?file=/chronicle/archive/1999/12/20/BU9281.DTL
Sites Let People Donate to Charity While Surfing, Shopping Online. Discusses and provides a list of nonprofit malls/portals. Article by Carrie Kirby, San Francisco Chronicle, December 20, 2000.
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NINE BASIC TRUTHS ABOUT FUND RAISING
http://www.raise-funds.com/9truths.html
Some tips from Tony Poderis, a fund raiser and consultant located in Cleveland, Ohio.
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NINE KEY ELEMENTS OF SUCCESSFUL PROPOSALS
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/nine.htm
Practical advice from the former Grantseeker.Com Learning Center Home Page.
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NITTY-GRITTY ON GETTING GRANTS : PARTICIPANT WORKBOOK
http://www.gillfoundation.org/usr_doc/8NITTY_web.pdf
Practical advice from the Gill Foundation.
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NONPROFIT FUNDRAISING AND GRANTWRITING
http://www.mapnp.org/library/fndrsng/np_raise/np_raise.htm
Practical advice compiled by Carter Mcmanara, the Management Assistance Program for Nonprofits, St. Paul, Minnesota. Categories of information include: Fundraising - Planning
Grantwriting and Proposals
Fundraising Plan (on-line development of plan)
Registration of Fundraising Activities
Fundraising On-Line
Fundraising Software
Hiring Fundraisers
General Resources
Assessing Your Fundraising Knowledge and Practices
Also provides: Miscellaneous Links, Related Library Links, On-Line Discussion Groups About Philanthropy, On-Line Newsletters About Nonprofits, and Hardcopy Resources
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NONPROFIT FUNDRAISING FOR ANIMAL PROTECTION ORGANIZATIONS
http://www.fund.org/animalfunding/
Advice from AnimalFunding.org (The Fund for Animals). Includes sections on:

PROPOSALS FOR FUNDING: HOW TO GET MONEY OUT OF DONOR ORGANIZATIONS
http://web.archive.org/web/20030211050706/
www.scn.org/ip/cds/cmp/modules/res-int.htm
http://www.scn.org/ip/cds/cmp/modules/res-prp.htm
Practical advice for nonprofits serving low-income neighborhoods. By Phil Bartle, Seattle Community Network. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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PROPOSALS : HOW TO SEPARATE THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY
http://www.cmif.org/Documents/goodbadugly.pdf
A speech by Dr. Joel J. orosz, W. K. Kellogg Foundation, presented during the Council of Michigan Foundations 23rd Annual Conference. March 1996. 23pp.
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PROSPECT WORKSHEET
http://fdncenter.org/funders/wrksheet/index.html
A worksheet for recording important information about foundations and other funders provided courtesy of the Foundation Center.
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PROSPECT RESEARCH
http://www.fundraisersoftware.com/library/newsletterarchives/2004fr09.html
Advice from Michel Hudson, Fundraiser Basic eNewsletter, Sept. 1, 2004.
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PSYCHOLOGY OF LETTER-READING FOR FUNDRAISERS
http://www.fundraisersoftware.com/library/newsletterarchives/2005fr01.html
Advice by Kim Klein, Fundraiser Basic eNewsletter, January 2005.
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PUT E-MAIL TO WORK (WITHOUT BECOMING A SPAM ARTIST)
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/magazine/feature23_1.html
Nonprofit organizations of all sizes and budgets are exploring how to integrate e-mail into a comprehensive communications and fundraising strategy. Some are far along the road of doing so; others are just starting out. This article provides an overview of why and how to use e-mail in your fundraising program. Article by Michael Stein, Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Vol. 23, No. 1, January/February 2004.
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PUTTING THE HEAT ON A WARM PROSPECT
http://www.malwarwick.com/newsletter/success0211.html#prospect
Article by Deborah Block and Paul Karps appearing in Successful Fundraising Online, Nov. 2002.
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QUESTIONS DONORS ASK AND HOW THEY CAN BE ANSWERED BY THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANZATIONS
http://www.nonprofit-info.org/misc/fps/questions.html
An article by Wilson C. Lewis which first appeared in Philanthropy Monthly, September 1983.
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QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN REVIEWING A GRANT REQUEST
http://www.mnaonline.org/questions.asp
Questions a foundation may ask. Courtesy of the Michigan Nonprofit Association.
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QUICK AND NEW ON GRANTS
http://www.centerdigitaled.com/converge/?pg=magstory&id=4337
An online article by Cynthia Sistek-Chandler appearing in the May 1999 issue of Converge. Provides tips on researching and writing grants.
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QUICK WAYS TO RAISE MONEY DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/titles/feature20_6.html
There is a popular myth in fundraising circles that December is a great time to raise money and that people give away more, if not most, of the money they are going to donate in a year during this last month. Grassroots groups will meet in October or November to discuss how to "take advantage" of the winter holidays, often emerging frustrated because they haven’t come up with anything brilliant. An article by Kim Klein appearing in Grassroots Fundraising Journal, November/December 2001, Volume 20, Number 6.
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RAISING MONEY FOR A SMALL OR BEGINNING PROJECT
http://www.globalfundforwomen.org/4news/fundraising-handbook/5-handbook.html
Part of a booklet called Women's Fundraising Handbook by the Global Fund for Women. This section describes some simple ways of raising small amounts of money to begin a group, raise money to attend a conference, or raise money to carry out a discrete project.
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RAISING MONEY FOR PROGRESSIVE ARTS AND CULTURE ORGANIZATIONS
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/109/fundraising.html
Progressive arts and culture groups must proactively put forward an inclusive picture of themselves, both as artists and audience. Many people do not see themselves reflected in the wealthy groups associated with the arts. However, the image of the starving artist alone in a seedy apartment is just as harmful; it implies that art is simply the expression of an individual artist. Highly talented people may also avoid careers in the arts when suffering is so much a part of the image. Redefine what arts and culture mean, and you will begin to attract an audience – and donor base – from all walks of life who will carry your message into the community at large. Article by Kim Klein, Shelterforce Online, Number 109, Jan./Feb. 2000.
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RAISING MORE MONEY: BUILDING A SELF-SUSTAINING INDIVIDUAL GIVING PROGRAM
http://www.raisingmoremoney.com/
Terry Axelrod has launched a web site for nonprofit leaders, especially development folk, who are interested in building a self-sustaining individual giving program for their organizations. Although nearly 90% of all charitable contributions come from individual donors, the vast majority of organizations are still heavily dependent on corporate and foundation grants or special events. The site draws heavily from a workshop Terry's been teaching and even includes a free online version of the $5000 workshop! She promises to update the site regularly with resources of value to people raising money from individuals.
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RATING AND EVALUATING PROSPECTS: WHOM DO YOU ASK FOR HOW MUCH
http://web.archive.org/web/20011006010701/
www.guidestar.org/npo/nparticles/article002.stm
No one would argue the fact that every fundraising campaign needs a goal and that everyone connected with the campaign, including prospective donors, needs to be aware of that goal. Then why do people so often fight the setting of a goal for each prospective donor and sharing that goal with the prospect? Trustees often blanch at the idea, and it is the rare solicitor who the first time he or she is told that there will be a suggested giving amount for each of his prospects does not respond with, "I can’t tell people what to give!" Chapter 7 of It's a Great Day to Fund-Raise! by Tony Poderis. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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RATING AND SCREENING PROSPECTS
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/02spring/rating1.asp
New technologies are combining with tried-and-true techniques to improve the work of development staffs.  Prospect research expert Helen Bergan shows how electronic tools and sophisticated databases can be used to complement traditional procedures like peer screening--as organizations look for more efficient, more economical methods for appraising prospects. Grantsmanship Center News, Spring 2002.
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THE REALITIES OF FUND-RAISING COSTS AND ACCOUNTABILITY
http://www.nonprofit-info.org/misc/fps/realities.html
An article by Stephen J. Smallwood and Wilson C. Lewis reprinted from the Philanthropy Monthly, September 1977.
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RECRUITING YOUNGER DONORS
http://www.malwarwick.com/newsletter/success0209.html#younger
OUR DONORS ARE DYING!" This cry, much like Chicken Little's, has rung through the air at fundraising conferences and made its way into the pages of fundraising periodicals for years. Well, I'm not ready to throw my hands up in despair. This is not a crisis: It's an opportunity. Many nonprofit organizations' donorfiles are skewed older. New donors who are joining the ranks are older too -- but these donors are living longer. The causes we raise funds for are contributing to this trend through their life-saving research and quality care. The key question that begs to be answered is: How can we recruit younger donors? Article by Mary Beth McIntyre appearing in Successful Fundraising Online, Sept. 2002.
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RESEARCH 101
http://web.archive.org/web/20030317091037/http://
www.email-reports.com/articles-archive/00000002.htm
Proper research of prospective foundations is critical to obtaining grant funds. Ideally it is best to identify half a dozen to at most a dozen foundations that fit your organization's style. Many resources can help you identify these foundations. This is the first in a series of articles that identify and detail these resources. Advice from Abraham J. Perlstein captured by Abe's Grant Report, December 8, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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RESEARCH SHOWS IMPORTANCE OF SAYING 'THANKS'
http://www.fundraisersoftware.com/library/newsletterarchives/2004fr12.html
Advice from the Fundraiser Basic eNewsletter, December 2004.
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RESEARCHING FUNDING SOURCES ON THE WEB
http://www.zimmerman-lehman.com/internet.htm
This article deals with researching fundraising information on individual donors, foundation, corporate and government sources online. Tips from Zimmerman, Lehman, a consulting firm in San Francisco.
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RESOLVE INC.
HELP 4 NONPROFITS
http://www.help4nonprofits.com/
Practical advice from Hildy Gottlieb of Resolve, Inc., a company that provides consulting services to nonprofits.
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RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT FOR YOUTH SERVICE PROFESSIONALS
http://www.ncfy.com/pubs/resdev.htm
Federal document published in February 1998 by the National Clearinghouse on Families and Youth for the Family and Youth Services Bureau to offer advice on how to obtain additional funding to support youth service programs. Includes a useful chapter on preparing a funding proposal which also includes two samples proposal request letters.
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RESOURCE NOTES
http://www.msue.msu.edu/jackson/Community_Dev/Resource_Notes/res_2.htm
The Jackson County Office of MSU Extension has put together the following resources to assist nonprofit fundraisers:

RESOURCES FOR FUNDRAISING ONLINE
http://www.nonprofits.org/npofaq/misc/990804olfr.html
A compilation of web links and advice from Putnam Barber, Editor, Internet Nonprofit Center, and Evergreen Society.
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RESPONDING TO PUT-OFFS
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/titles/responding.html
Reprinted from Getting Major Gifts Kim Klein, a publication of the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, copyright, Chardon Press, 1996.
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REVISITING THE PHONE-A-THON
http://web.archive.org/web/20011218063848/
http://www.chardonpress.com/titles/feature18_2.html
An article by Kim Klein reprinted from the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Volume 18, Number 2, © Chardon Press, 1999.
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RICK CHRIST'S NONPROFIT INTERNET RESOURCES
http://rickchrist.com/
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RIDING THE HORSE THE WAY IT'S GOING:
A DIFFERENT APPROACH TO BOARDS AND FUNDRAISING
http://www.help4nonprofits.com/NP_Bd_RidingTheHorse_Art.htm
Practical advice from Hildy Gottlieb of Resolve, Inc., a company that provides consulting services to nonprofits.
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RINGING UP A NEW WAY TO GIVE
http://philanthropy.com/free/articles/v12/i05/05000101.htm
Jennifer Moore and Grant Williams report on how online shopping malls are raising money for charities for a fee, but questions remain. Chronicle of Philanthropy, December 16, 1999.
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THE ROLE OF BOARD MEMBERS AND CEOS IN THE GRANTS PROCESS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603165156/http://charitychannel.com/article_122.shtml
The old saying "it's not what you know but who you know" is very true in the grant-making arena. Despite what many believe, foundations invest in people, not in organizations. The investment in is the people who need services offered by organizations such as yours and the people who provide those services. Advice from Karen Hodge, Grants and Foundations Review, March 5, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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SAMPLE BUDGET
http://www.npguides.org/guide/budget.htm
Courtesy of the Resource Center of Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
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SAMPLE GRANT PROPOSAL (CENTERVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER)
http://www.coloradogrants.org//gcrc.html
A sample proposal prepared by Grants West of Denver, Colorado, and fully funded by local foundations (while the name of the organization has been changed, the proposal is presented in its actual format).
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SAMPLE GRANT PROPOSAL : ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION GRANTS
http://www.epa.gov/seahome/grants/src/examed.htm
Three examples : Butterfly Gardens in Schools, Community-Based Environmental Education, and Birds Without Borders
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SAMPLE GRANT PROPOSAL : ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE SMALL GRANT
http://www.epa.gov/seahome/grants/src/examej.htm
This is an example of a Brownfield Oversight Community Action Project. The names of organizations as well as their addresses and telephone numbers have been changed to protect them against the appearance of U.S. EPA's endorsement.
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SAMPLE GRANT PROPOSAL : ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE THROUGH POLLUTION PREVENTION GRANT
http://www.epa.gov/seahome/grants/src/examej2.htm
This is an example of a Pollution Prevention/Source Reduction project. The names of the organizations as well as their addresses and telephone numbers have been changed to protect them against the appearance of U.S. EPA's endorsement.
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SAMPLE GRANT PROPOSAL (MIDTOWN NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION)
http://www.dyer-ives.org/dy005_tools_form_sample.htm
Sample provided courtesy of the Dyer-Ives Foundation of Grand Rapids.
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SAMPLE GRANT PROPOSAL (ST. FRANCIS CENTER)
http://www.coloradogrants.org/sfc.html
The following proposal, prepared by Grants West of Denver, Colorado, and fully funded by local foundations, outlines a specific health care program serving homeless adults.
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SAMPLE GRANT PROPOSAL (ST. FRANCIS CENTER)
http://www.coloradogrants.org/sfc2.html
The following proposal, prepared by Grants West of Denver, Colorado, and fully funded by local foundations, outlines a specific job placement program for homeless adults, describing in detail different program phases and strategies.
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SAMPLE GRANT PROPOSALS FROM SARA LEARNING
http://www.sera.com/index.php?section=funding&option=funding&page=funding_templates
Includes Instructions for: (1) Letter of Inquiry, (2) Proposal Cover Letter, (3) Proposal, and (4) Budget.
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SCHMOOZING 101: DEVELOPING RELATIONSHIPS WITH FOUNDATION OFFICERS
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/93/fund.html
The old fundraiser's cliche, "People give money to people, not organizations," is especially relevant in the grantmaking world. Here are a few guidelines for creating healthy, productive relationships with funders. Discusses the value of developing strong, healthy relationships with grantmakers and recommends five points to remember:
(1) All grantmakers are unique – it's not a standard process.
(2) Treat foundation officers as peers. Get off your knees and stop begging.
(3) Be professional. Do your homework, follow instructions, honor your commitments.
(4) You're human, so admit it. Acknowledge your mistakes – remember, you're dealing with peers, so it doesn't pay to cover things up – and describe your plans to improve the situation.
(5) Accept defeat gracefully and move on. It's okay to ask why a proposal was turned down, but never whine, complain, or get angry.
Article by Andy Robinson, Shelterforce Online, Number 93, May/June 1997.
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SCHMOOZING 102: HOW TO MEET FOUNDATION OFFICERS
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/94/fundrais.html
Here are five ideas for getting your foot in the door:
(1) Meet them at the foundation office.
(2) Attend "meet the grantmaker" events.
(3) Go to conferences.
(4) Invite grants officers to visit your facility.
(5) Invite funders to observe your group in action.
Article by Andy Robinson, Shelterforce Online, Number 94, July/Aug. 1997.
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SCORE TWICE, WRITE ONCE
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/?a=4846&z=16
Over my nine years of nonprofit grant-writing, I’ve learned that my greatest enemy is time. I simply don’t have enough of it. Even though I’m blessed to have a full-time position writing grants, I’m still overwhelmed by the sheer quantity of possible funders. There are over 70,000 private foundations in the United States, and I can only write so many grants in a year. How to choose the right opportunities? Matthew Scelza, Charity Channel.
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SCRAMBLING FOR SCRIP
http://www.tgci.com/magazine/98summer/scrip.asp
For churches, schools, and small nonprofits, scrip sales help to supplement tight budgets and pay for special projects. And because the organization's supporters are spending money they would have spent anyway - for groceries, clothing, entertainment - it's easy to get them into the scrip-buying habit. An article which originally appeared in the Los Angeles Times and shared by the Grantsmanship Center News. Note: The Okemos High School Band purchases gift certificates from the Michigan Meijer stores and sells them as a fundraiser. A percentage of each certificate sold goes to the High School Band.
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SECRETS REVEALED! LET UNCLE SAM PAY YOUR BILLS!
HOW MISLEADING ADVERTISING IS FEEDING A NATIONWIDE BOOM IN GOVERNMENT GRANT SCAMS
http://www.consumer.state.ny.us/pdf/misleading_grant_guides.pdf
The business of government grants is thriving. Companies selling guides to government grants -- and scam artists peddling "guaranteed" government grants -- are profiting from the false notion that the government has billions of dollars available to help people pay their credit-card bills and other expenses. This is due, in part, to the exaggerations and misleading claims spread by Matthew Lesko and the nationwide network of Lesko distributers....(Excerpt) A report by the New York State Consumer Protection Board, Dec. 2004, 33pp.
For more information about Lesko, see an article by Dave Jamieson called "The Culler of Money" appearing in the Washington (DC) City Paper, June 17–23, 2005.
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SELECTING YOUR ONLINE DONATION PROVIDER
http://nonprofit.about.com/careers/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa051700a.htm
There are too many choices.What do I do? Here are some resources to help. An article by Stan Hutton from the About.Com Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Organizations.
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SENATOR DEBBIE STABENOW'S GRANT ASSISTANCE PAGE
http://stabenow.senate.gov/services/grants.htm
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SENDING OUT COLD PROPOSALS: POTENTIAL OPPORTUNITY OR WASTE OF TIME
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603161726/http://charitychannel.com/article_5781.shtml
The conventional wisdom in most fundraising circles is that sending out proposals "cold" is a waste of time. In order to get a grant, the conventional wisdom argues, it is necessary to cultivate and develop a relationship with a potential donor. This conventional wisdom applies to all donors -- foundations, corporations and individuals. Practical advice from Shelley Uva, Director of Development, Project FIND, Grants and Foundations Review, June 4, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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SEVEN BASIC SKILLS OF FUNDRAISING : ON OR OFF THE WEB
http://web.archive.org/web/20040701084917/http://www.charitychannel.com/article_308.shtml
Whether you are new or old to the fundraising profession, whether you raise funds on the web or in the old fashioned way (or both), here are some basic skills and knowledge that you need for your job. Mastering these tasks will increase your chances of raising more money and enjoying your work. Advice from Eileen Heisman, President, National Philanthropic Trust, Aug 13, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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THE SHOTGUN APPROACH
http://web.archive.org/web/20040404181754/http://charitychannel.com/article_1383.shtml
The "shotgun approach" refers to a proposal submission tactic that seems to be used by far too many organizations. The basic premise is to identify as many possible funding sources as possible and send applications to each of them, hoping something will hit the "target." Normally the application is identical with only the address and salutation changed. The results are normally to the same -- dismal to no response from the "pot of gold" agencies believed was simply waiting for them. Advice from Julie Seewald Bornhoeft, CFRE , Grants and Foundations Review, October 2, 2002.
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SHOULD YOUR ORGANIZATION SELL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES TO RAISE MONEY?
http://raise-funds.com/1001forum.html
Advice from Tony Poderis, Non-Profit Forum.
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THE SITE VISIT
http://web.archive.org/web/20040607004914/http://charitychannel.com/article_2706.shtml
So, you got the call. The foundation you went to for that big grant wants to come see your organization at work. This is great news. Although it is no guarantee of funding -- something the program officer is likely to tell you -- it means you have survived several levels of weeding out and are on the precipice of funding. Foundation program officers and trustees are busy people and do not waste their time on courtesy calls. If they come to perform a site visit, chances are they want to fund you. Can you blow it? Sure. But here are a few pointers that can help you seal the deal. Advice from Tony Silbert, Grants and Foundations Review, Dec. 3, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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SMALL-TOWN LIMITATIONS DON'T REDUCE FUNDRAISING OPTIONS
http://www.arc.gov/index.do?nodeId=1758
Need to raise money for a project in a small community? Practical advice from Sabrina Jones, Appalachian Regional Commission. This article originally appeared in Rural Roots, a bimonthly newsletter of the Rural School and Community Trust, Volume 4, Number 1, February 2003.
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SOME THINGS THEY NEVER TOLD ME BEFORE I TOOK THIS JOB
http://web.archive.org/web/20040404183514/http://charitychannel.com/article_8996.shtml
Grants Coordinator at Steely Library was a newly created position. I started from scratch. There was no one prior to pass on inside tips and words of wisdom. So, I discovered, in short time, some things they never told me before I took this job. Practical advice from Laura Sullivan, Associate Professor/Grants Coordinator, Northern Kentucky University Libraries, Grants and Foundations Review, Dec. 16, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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SOUTHERN ONTARIO LIBRARY SERVICE
FUNDING DEVELOPMENT
http://web.archive.org/web/20011021072521/
http://www.library.on.ca/fund-dev/fundmain1.htm
Fundraising advice from a Canadian library consortium.
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SPECIAL EVENT FUNDRAISING
http://nonprofit.about.com/business/industries/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa071598.htm
Been thinking about launching that special event? Here are some resources to get you started. An online article by Stan Hutton of the Mining Co., July 15, 1998.
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SPECIAL EVENTS: A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS
http://www.zimmerman-lehman.com/Special.htm
Special events are the most difficult, the most labor-intensive and the most harrowing means of nonprofit fundraising known to humankind. However, a well-orchestrated special event is crucial to your overall development effort. This article will help you plan a successful special event. Tips from Zimmerman, Lehman, a private consulting firm in San Francisco, Ca.
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SPECIAL EVENTS FUND RAISERS: A SUCCESS STORY OR YOUR WORST NIGHTMARE?
http://www.wmich.edu/nonprofit/Bulletin/bulletin5.htm
How many invitations do you get a year for fund-raising events? How many do you actually attend? How many do you support financially, but not attend? If you have ever considered an "event" as a possible way to increase the coffers of your organization, the first thing you need to do is answer these questions. Then, if you're still determined to continue—how do you proceed? Janet E. Stillwell, Western Michigan University. May 1999.
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SPECIALTY COMPANIES ARE MAKING E-PHILANTHROPY EASY
http://ecommerce-guide.com/news/trends/article.php/3489781
For small to mid-size nonprofits looking to take their fundraising online, or improve current efforts, the 'build or buy' decision is becoming a whole lot easier, thanks to the emergence of a handful of socially responsible, e-commerce-savvy companies. Article by Jennifer Schiff posted in Ecommerce-guide.com, March 14, 2005.
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STATE LIBRARY OF IOWA
LIBRARY FUNDING RESOURCES
http://www.silo.lib.ia.us/for-ia-libraries/funding-info/index.html
Features a bibliography of resources held by the State Library of Iowa; Grant and Funding Information on the Internet; Recent Funding Announcements of Interest to Iowa Libraries; and a Directory of Foundations, Corporations, and Other Organizations Offering Funding to Iowa Libraries. Compiled by Judy Jones, jjones@lib.state.ia.us.
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STEPS TO EFFECTIVE GRANT WRITING
http://web.archive.org/web/20011016112626/http://www.c-m-i.com/ftp/grantrit.txt
Tips from James L. Tanner, Ph.D., Vice President, Correctional Management, Inc., 207 Canyon #205, Boulder, CO 80302; telephone: (303)449-3560; e-mail: tanner@c-m-i.com. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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STEWARDSHIP : WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE GRANT IS WON
http://charitychannel.com/enews/v.aspx?SI=10134&E=harris23%40MAIL.LIB.MSU.EDU&S=2&N=1917&ID=2042&NL=15
Once you have built a relationship with a funder that has resulted in a grant award, the work is far from over. In order to maintain this relationship and increase the potential for additional grant awards from the funder, you must take good care of the investment. There are likely to be reporting requirements set forth in the grant award letter, but the principles of good stewardship go far beyond meeting report deadlines. Some examples of the activities involved: tracking the progress of projects, watching the expenditure of grant funds against the approved budget, maintaining regular communications with the funder, meeting the aforementioned reporting requirements, and developing plans for the next phase of the project. Article by Michelle Payne appearing in Grants and Foundations Review, January 4, 2006.
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STRATEGIC PLANNING AS FUEL FOR GRANTS DEVELOPMENT
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603165833/http://charitychannel.com/article_10621.shtml
Too often in this field we find ourselves writing grant proposals in a vacuum just to satisfy immediate needs. How often have you heard a fellow staff member or board member identify a need and follow up with "we'll get a grant for it!" This approach to fund development ignores the importance of linking grant requests to the larger organizational mission. Not only is it difficult for the grantwriter to persuasively convey the need and rationale for such disparate projects, but even more difficult for the foundation trustees to understand how their gift will be an investment, not just a short-term bailout. What can we do to avoid this? Develop a strategic plan. Article by Sheila Lischwe, Grants and Foundations Review, Apr 14, 2004. Still available thanks to the Interent Archive.
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STRENGTHENING BOARDS OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
http://www.supportctr.org/strengthening-boards.php
Nonprofit organizations spend significant time and resources convening boards of directors with mixed results. On the one hand, there are organizations that have forged meaningful board roles and practices that effectively advance their mission and community interests. These boards have successfully translated models of nonprofit governance to their particular organization, or they have crafted their own framework for board functioning from the unique purpose, history and values of their organization. In contrast, there are many situations in which nonprofit executives, board leaders and members express a high degree of frustration with their boards. Advice from Anne Gardon, Organization Development Consultant, Strategies for Change, appearing in the Journal for Nonprofit Management, Vol. 5, 2001.
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SUCCESSFUL GRANT SEEKER STRATEGIES FOR ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS
http://www.gov-grants.com/access/Grant_Seeker_Strategies2.pdf
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SUITE 101: FUND RAISING LINKS
http://www.suite101.com/subjectheadings/contents.cfm/13794
Real people offering helpful advice to others.
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SURVIVING THE FUNDING SLUMP
http://www.pnnonline.org/article.php?sid=769
Dynell Garron, grantmaker and author of The Funder’s Checklist: An Inside Look at How Funders Evaluate Proposals and Nonprofit Organizations offers eleven guidelines to help nonprofit organizations work effectively with funders during turbulent times.
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TAKE TEN MINUTES: PRINCIPLES TO CONSIDER BEFORE ENGAGING IN FUND RAISING
http://www2.austin.cc.tx.us/npo/downloads/SC2Q2002/TakeTenMinutes.pdf
Barry Silverberg, Austin Community College - Texas, lists eight fundamental principles that are essential for fund raising success.
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TAKING THE MYSTERY OUT OF THE GRANT PROCESS
http://www.communitypolicing.org/publications/shtimes/s3grimm.htm
Here are some suggestions that may help sheriffs take advantage of grants as a funding source. An article by Louise Grimm appearing in Sheriff Times, Fall 1996, Vol. 1, No. 3.
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TAX BREAK PROMPTS MILLIONAIRES TO CREATE PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/cfrnet2.htm
A sample CFRNET mailing list posting, January 27, 1997.
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TECHNOLOGY AS A FUNDRAISING TOOL
http://web.archive.org/web/20011123004127/
http://www.npower.org/resourcesandlinks/TechFundraising/UsingTechnologyFundraisingTool.htm
Technology isn't just something that takes money -- it can also make it! Here are ways, some ingenious, for using technology to add some digits to your bottom line. Topics include online donations, shopping portals, auctions, affinity portals, and E-commerce. Note: This web page is no longer being maintained but is still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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TELETHON FUNDRAISING
http://nonprofit.about.com/business/industries/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa090298.htm
Two engines drive telethons: corporate sponsors and the thrill of appearing on television. An online article by Stan Hutton of the Mining Co, September 2, 1998. Includes web links to additional resources.
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TEN FAQS ABOUT MAJOR GIFT FUNDRAISING
http://nonprofit.about.com/library/bltenmajorgifts.htm
Outlined here are frequently asked questions about major gift fundraising. These questions can be applied to any direct solicitation of funds. The questions are also listed in chronological order as fundraising action steps for each prospect. What you put into major gift or direct solicitation efforts will translate directly into funds raised. Most people can attain a level of comfort asking for money and this type of solicitation is fundraising in its most effective form. Courtesy of About.com's Nonprofit Charitable Organizations by Robert DeMartinis, November 25, 2003.
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TEN THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT BUDGETS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040607010618/http://charitychannel.com/article_8280.shtml
Here are a few things to consider or think about so that you can present meaningful budget information to your funders. Advice from Robert Wittig, Grants and Foundations Review, Nov 4, 2003.
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TEN MOST COMMON REASONS GRANTS ARE DECLINED
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/ten.htm
Practical advice from the former Grantseeker.Com Learning Center Home Page.
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TEN POINT PLAN FOR STANDARD GRANT FUNDING PROPOSAL
http://www.npguides.org/guide/index.html
This web site by Linda Roche of SeaCoast Web Design provides valuable tips for those interested in pursuing grants from private funders. Information provided includes a grantwriting guide, sample grant forms (a sample cover letter and cover sheet, grant application, and budget), and links to possible grantmakers.
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TEN QUESTIONS TO ASK YOURSELF WHEN SEEKING PROGRAM GRANTS
http://www.sumptionandwyland.com/documents/10-questions-for-grant-seekers.htm
Most grants are awarded to existing nonprofit organizations to establish or expand programs and services. If your organization is thinking about seeking grants to support a program, here are ten questions to ask. Courtesy of Sumption and Wyland.
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TEN TIPS FOR GRANTWRITING
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/zim41011.htm
More tips from Zimmerman Lehman.
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TEN TIPS FOR ORGANIZING YOUR ORGANIZATION TO WRITE A GRANT
http://www.grantwriters.com/tips.htm
Courtesy of Grantwriters.com
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TEN WAYS THAT NONPROFITS RAISE MONEY
http://www.zimmerman-lehman.com/Raise$$.htm
Zimmerman Lehman has never had a client--no matter how sophisticated about fundraising, no matter how many resources the client was pouring into development--that was raising funds in every way appropriate to it. Be it corporate solicitation, planned giving, direct mail or major gift approaches- every nonprofit in our experience has missed at least one bet.
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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH FUNDING INFORMATION CENTER
2003 BIBLIOGRAPHY: http://www.tdh.state.tx.us/fic/biblio.htm
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THREE KEYS TO WRITING GOOD NARRATIVES (GRANT WRITING TIPS)
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/threekey.htm
An electronic reprint from Aid for Education, a CD Publication newsletter.
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TIME MANAGEMENT TIPS FOR FUNDRAISERS
http://web.archive.org/web/20011218063903/
http://www.chardonpress.com/titles/feature17_3.html
An article by Kim Klein reprinted from the Grassroots Fundraising Journal, Volume 17, Number 3, copyright Chardon Press, 1998
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TIPS FOR CORPORATE FUNDRAISING
http://www.envision.ca/templates/resources.asp?ID=93
There is no doubt about it - corporations want to give back to the community, and in turn, enhance their image to current and future customers. Knowing that these companies exist and that they are interested in supporting the voluntary sector is encouraging, but it is important to keep in mind that simply writing a letter asking for support is rarely successful, if that is all your organization is willing to do. Companies get several of these letters each year, but they can only support or sponsor a limited number of organizations. EnVision.ca offers some tips to help your organization obtain private sector support:

TIPS FOR GRANTWRITING
http://www.aristotle.net/~nonprofit/resources/tips.html
Compiled and maintained by Nonprofit Resources, Little Rock, Arkansas.
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TIPS FOR NEW GRANT WRITERS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603164116/http://charitychannel.com/article_121.shtml
Some of you may have come to the career of grant writer in a more focused way. Maybe you took a course in grant writing. Maybe you had some other job at a non-profit and grant writing has just been handed over to you. However you got here, my first bit of advice to you as a new grant writer is to remember that even if you have never had any prior experience with grant writing, you surely know at least what writing is, and grant writing, first and foremost, is writing. Advice from Shelley Uva, Charity Channel, March 12, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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TIPS FOR SUBMITTING PROPOSALS ONLINE
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603153828/http://charitychannel.com/article_5486.shtml
Submitting a proposal online need not be a painful experience. A little preparation can help ensure that your bids for funding via an online application are as competitive as any other grant requests that you make for your organization. Practical advice from Marilyn Gross and Michele Hickey, Grants and Foundations Review, May 20, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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TIPS FOR WINNING FEDERAL GRANTS
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603162949/http://charitychannel.com/article_120.shtml
My advice for winning federal grants: the real product is the process as much as the final document submitted to the funding agency. Advice from Lawrence H. Trachtman, Grants and Foundations Review, March 19, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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TIPS FOR WRITING SUCCESSFUL PROPOSALS
http://www.washingtongrantmakers.org/WG/GS_Resources/Application/Application_Tips.asp
Win a grant usingthese tips and models of successful proposals funded by members of the Regional Association of Washington Grantmakers.
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TIPS ON DECIDING WHETHER YOUR CHARITY SHOULD BE LISTED ON GIVING WEB SITES
http://philanthropy.com/premium/articles/v12/i17/17003901.htm
Whether they like it or not, most of the nation's charities are now listed on one or more Internet sites that promote giving to large numbers of non-profit groups. Source: Chronicle of Philanthropy, June 15, 2000. Requires password and id.
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TO CONSULT, OR NOT TO CONSULT -- THAT IS THE QUESTION
http://www.raise-funds.com/499forum.html
Thinking abour hiring a fundraising consultant? Advice from a fundraising consultant, Tony Poderis.
Also listed under Fundraisers/Consultants.
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TONY PODERIS'S FUND RAISING FORUM LIBRARY
Also listed as Fund Raising Forum Library
http://www.raise-funds.com/library.html
Maintained by Tony Poderis, professional consultant, speaker, and author on development, this site offers scores of articles on fundraising, finding funding sources, organizing and managing campaigns, and creating development teams.
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TOP 100 U.S. FOUNDATIONS BY ASSET SIZE
http://fdncenter.org/research/trends_analysis/top100assets.html
Courtesy of the Foundation Center.
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TOP TEN MISTAKES ORGANIZATIONS MAKE WHEN LAUNCHING A FUNDRAISING DRIVE
http://www.bouza.com/topten.html
Courtesy of Bouza & Associates Consultants in Philanthropy. Choose article from list on left.
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TOP TEN ONLINE RESOURCES FOR FUNDRAISERS
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/?a=7825&z=0
Matt Scelza in Grants and Foundations Review, December 7, 2005.
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TOP TEN REASONS TO HOLD AN ANNUAL CAMPAIGN --
EVEN THOUGH YOUR Y JUST INHERITED A MILLION DOLLARS
http://www.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/talklet1.htm
Practical tips from Ken Wyman. A sample Talk-AmPhilRev message.
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TRENDS THAT ARE CHANGING GRANTWRITING
http://charitychannel.com/enews/v.aspx?SI=10134&E=harris23%40MAIL.LIB.MSU.EDU&S=2&N=1866&ID=1967&NL=15
The world of grants is changing rapidly, along with most of modern society, and the grants professional needs to be aware of these changes. Grantwriting is Becoming a Distinct Profession. There's More Competition for Grants. Funders are Looking for -- and Receiving -- Better Proposals. The Internet is having a Huge Impact on Every Aspect of Grants. Article by Michael Wells appearing in Grants and Foundations Review, December 1, 2005.
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THE TRUTH ABOUT SITE VISITS: WHY GRANTMAKERS DO THEM; WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
http://www.mcf.org/mcf/forum/sitevisit.htm
Site visits are a single but critical step in most agencies' attempts to secure funding and implement programming. As with every step in that process -- from grantwriting to hiring employees -- preparation and planning are key to improving an agency's chances for success in obtaining a grant. Grantmaking employees offer several rules of thumb for agencies readying for a site visit. An online article by Joel Hoekstra appearing in Giving Forum Online: The Online Newspaper of the Minnesota Council of Foundations, Spring 1999.
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UNDERSTANDING CORPORATE GIVING: FIRST STEPS
http://www.grantstation.com/grantstation/Public/News_Views_px/conversations.asp
Advice from Cynthia M. Adams, CEO, GrantStation.
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USER AID FOR RESEARCHING INDIVIDUAL DONORS
http://fdncenter.org/learn/useraids/indivdonors.html
If you are looking for information on individual donors, this user aid will help you in your search. We have selected a few of the most important print and electronic resources for you to begin your search.
Identifying individual philanthropists is somewhat difficult because, unlike foundations, individuals are not required to disclose to the public their financial and philanthropic activities. Approaching wealthy public figures is often an unsuccessful strategy. Most celebrities are inundated with requests for money, and they may have no particular connection to the activities or location of your nonprofit organization.
Instead, focus on the potential resources in your own community. Cultivate personal relationships with prosperous local individuals. They have a connection to the community and an interest in its welfare, and may be more inclined to respond favorably to your approach. Search your local newspapers for human-interest stories profiling neighborhood figures who have prospered in business or in their professions and who are active in civic affairs and charitable causes. Networking with those who are acquainted with your prospect may also yield valuable information. Be sure to respect potential donors' privacy, however.
The resources listed here may help you identify or learn more about prospective individual donors. You will need to be both creative and flexible in your approach to seeking funds.
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USING DIRECT MAIL
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/titles/using.html
Reprinted from Fundraising for Social Change by Kim Klein, Third Edition, copyright Chardon Press, 1996.
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USING OUTPUT EVALUATION TO GUIDE GRANTMAKING: THEORY, REALITY, AND POSSIBILITIES
http://web.archive.org/web/20040612103000/http://www.uncg.edu/cssi/nvsq.paper.doc
Doug Easterling, University of North Carolina at Greensboro. May 1, 2000. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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USING THE BUDGET TO TELL YOUR STORY
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/default.aspx?a=79&z=16
For some grantwriters, the budget seems cut and dried. It tells how much money you need to do the project described in your narrative. It's often left to the fiscal or program folks to develop. This approach misses the opportunity to use the budget to support your narrative and strengthen your proposal... Courtesy of Michael Wells, Grants and Foundations Review, July 21, 2004.
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W. K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION EVALUATION HANDBOOK
http://www.wkkf.org/Pubs/Tools/Evaluation/Pub770.pdf
This handbook provides a framework for thinking about evaluation as a relevant and useful program tool. It was written primarily for project directors who have direct responsibility for the ongoing evaluation of W. K. Kellogg Foundation-funded projects.
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W. K. KELLOGG FOUNDATION LOGIC MODEL DEVELOPMENT GUIDE
http://www.wkkf.org/Pubs/Tools/Evaluation/Pub3669.pdf
Nonprofits today are being pressed to demonstrate the effectiveness of their program activities by initiating and completing outcome-oriented evaluation of projects. This guide was developed to provide practical assistance to nonprofits engaged in this process. In the pages of this guide, we hope to give staff of nonprofits and community members alike sufficient orientation to the underlying principles of "logic modeling" to use this tool to enhance their program planning, implementation, and dissemination activities.
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WEALTH OF INFORMATION ON FOUNDATIONS AND THE GRANT SEEKING PROCESS
http://www.infotoday.com/cilmag/may00/camarena.htm
Article by Janet Camarena, Foundation Center-San Francisco, appearing in Computers In Libraries, Vol. 20, No. 5, May 20, 2000. Focuses on the top foundations and top grants in the library field, provides background information on foundations, provides you with a guided tour of the grant seeking process, and concludes with a list of fundraising resources and components of key proposals.
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WEB FUNDRAISING
http://nonprofit.about.com/careers/nonprofit/cs/webfrbackground/index.htm
A compilation of web resources by Stan Hutton, webmaster for the About.Com Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Institutions.
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WEB-WISE FUNDRAISING
http://www.sover.net/~paulven/workshop/funds.html
A collection of sites on the World Wide Web recommended for learning more about how the Internet is being used to communicate with donors, identify grant opportunities, provide fundraisers with news about their profession and, in general, assist the fundraising efforts of organizations like yours. Includes a presentation made to the 1997 New England Nonprofit Exposition, Brandeis University, Waltham, Massachusetts, July 29, 1997. Sponsored by Paul Ventura and the Vermont Community Foundation.
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WHAT ABOUT USING THE INTERNET FOR FUNDRAISING?
http://www.nonprofit-info.org/npofaq/08/18.html
Courtesy of Jayne Cravens and Putnam Barber, Internet Nonprofit Center.
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WHAT GOES ON BEHIND FOUNDATION DOORS, OR, A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PROGRAM OFFICER
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603151803/http://charitychannel.com/article_114.shtml
If there was only one tip I could offer to anyone submitting a grant proposal, it would be this ... Remember that you are writing for one human being, not an institution. Advice from Renata Rafferty, Grants and Foundations Review, April 30, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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WHAT GRANTMAKERS WANT APPLICANTS TO KNOW
http://www.guidestar.org/news/features/grantadvice.jsp
Also labeled as Guidestar's Tips for Grant Seekers. Competition for foundation money can be intense. To help nonprofits increase their chances of success, GuideStar asked grantmakers what they would most like to tell applicants. Includes 15 recommendations.
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WHAT IS A FUNDRAISING FEASIBILITY STUDY AND IS IT WORTH IT?
http://www.boardcafe.org/bc2001_08.html
When nonprofit boards consider a special, major fundraising campaign-such as one to purchase a building or start an endowment-they often ask: Should we or shouldn't we? Can we really raise this much money? Do we have the right people on the board? Out there in the world, is our organization liked? Respected? By whom? Advice from P. Burke Keegan, the Board Cafe, August 31, 2001.
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WHAT MAKES A FUNDRAISING LETTER EFFECTIVE/
http://www.malwarwick.com/newsletter/success0103.html#letters
Most fundraisers apparently think fundraising letters are all pretty much the same. Wrong! Advice from Mal Warwick, Successful Fundraising Online, March 2001.
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WHAT PROSPECT RESEARCHERS DO
http://www.uvm.edu/~prospect/pros_res.html
A compilation of PRSPCT-L messages compiled by Cindy Rice. Courtesy of Gary Cargill, University of Vermont.
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WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE A ONE-MAN (OR WOMAN) BAND
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603171735/http://charitychannel.com/article_7190.shtml
The fact is that many of us work in one-person development offices. In my case, the organization I work with actually never had a development officer before me. So, I practically began from scratch. That means, for example, that before I could write a direct mail letter, get it printed, develop a mailing list or send out any letters, I had to register my organization with the post office in order to get a bulk mail permit, attend a required bulk mail class and get an indicia made for use on envelopes... Practical advice from Shelley Uva, Director of Development, Project FIND, Aug 26, 2003 appearing in Grants and Foundations Review. Still availabale thanks to the Internet Archive.
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT FISCAL SPONSORSHIP
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/?a=4845&z=16
Sometimes a nonprofit will be asked to act as a fiscal sponsor for another group which wants grant funding, or to allow use of its tax exempt status to facilitate contributions to another group or individual. The "fiscal sponsor" relationship is often assumed to be simple. It isn’t, so if you're considering entering into this arrangement from any role, read this article first. Michael Wells, the Charity Channel.
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WHEN BOARD MEMBERS WRIGGLE OUT OF FUNDRAISING
http://www.grassrootsfundraising.org/titles/raise146.html
Kim Klein, Grassroots Fundraising, 1989.
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WHERE CAN I FIND EXAMPLES OF GRANT PROPOSALS?
http://fdncenter.org/learn/faqs/html/propsample.html
A Foundation Center frequently asked question with answers.
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WHERE CAN I FIND EXAMPLES OF LETTERS OF INQUIRY?
http://fdncenter.org/learn/faqs/html/loi.html
A Foundation Center frequently asked question with answers.
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WHERE CAN I FIND EXAMPLES OF PROPOSAL COVER LETTERS?
http://fdncenter.org/learn/faqs/html/coverletter.html
A Foundation Center frequently asked question with answers.
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WHY ARE PEOPLE AFRAID TO ASK FOR MONEY?
http://search.genie.org/genie/action.lasso?-database=genie_faqs.fp3&-layout=Layout1&-format=ans_detail.htm&category=Fundraising&question=&answer=&-maxrecords=1&-SkipRecords=0&-Sortfield=category&-Sortfield=faqID&-Find
Discusses some of the reasons that asking for money is hard and to provide some tips to help people get over the fear of asking for money. In her article, Getting Over the Fear of Asking (1986 Grassroots Fundraising Journal), Kim Klein discusses the sources of fear and techniques for overcoming the barriers that prevent people from raising funds for their organizations. Source: Nonprofit Genie, Support Center for Nonprofit Management, San Francisco, Ca. To locate this article, use the search engine, select fundraising.
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WHY DONORS GIVE
http://ccnet.fdncenter.org/focus/archive3.html
Advice from the Foundation Center.
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WHY HIRE A CONSULTANT?
http://www.resourcedevelopmentnetwork.com/whyconsultant.htm
Resource Development Network provides this synopsis of postings on CharityChannel.com's Consultants Listserv.
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WHY I HATE EVENTS
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/?a=2708&z=16
My first fundraising job was as a grantwriter at a large university. This university hosted a number of fundraising events during the year, ranging from small receptions to large dinner galas, but as a grantwriter, I was not really part of the Events Team. Or so I thought. Courtesy of Shelley Uva, Grants and Foundations Review, January 26, 2005.
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WHY PEOPLE (AND FOUNDATIONS) GIVE AWAY THEIR MONEY
http://www.nhi.org/online/issues/91/fundrais.html
A great deal of unnecessary mystery surrounds the process of philanthropy (a fancy word for "giving away money"). Dozens of books, articles, and sociological studies have analyzed the typical donor, trying to understand the philanthropic impulse. Professional fundraisers study these documents like sacred texts. Because the task of raising money makes so many people so uncomfortable, much foolishness has been written – and sold – to help people deal with their discomfort. To boil down the research and save you a bunch of reading, here's the number one reason people give away their money: somebody asked. If it's someone they know and trust – their sister-in-law, parish priest, or car mechanic – so much the better. All fundraising, including grantwriting, begins with the simple act of one person asking another for money. Article by Andy Robinson, Shelterforce Online, Number 91, Jan./Feb. 1997.
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WHY SHOULD WE COLLABORATE?
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/?a=1223&z=16
If you’ve ever caught yourself (or a grant team member) questioning why your organization must collaborate with other community agencies, perhaps it is time to review the many reasons why we should all enthusiastically embrace collaborative partnerships. Advice from Becky Shawver, Grants and Foundations Review, Oct. 18th, 2004.
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THE WHY'S AND HOW'S OF LETTERS OF INQUIRY
http://web.archive.org/web/20040603163510/http://charitychannel.com/article_10894.shtml
The Letter of Inquiry, usually a maximum of 2 to 3 pages, is often the preferred initial approach of many corporate and foundation funders. Writing a letter allows you to test your idea with a funder, to ensure that what you request matches their interests... Source: Laura Sullivan, Grants and Foundations Review, May 11, 2004. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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WILL WRITE FOR MONEY : IF NOTHING ELSE WORKS, GET HELP
http://www.col-ed.org/Funding/get-help.html
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WINNING A GRANT OR CONTRACT
http://www.erols.com/p2c2/winning.html
Practical advice from Jim Kendrick's P2C2 Group, professional fundraisers specializing in federal grants.
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WINNING SUPPORT FROM A MAJOR FOUNDATION: TIPS FROM A PARKS NONPROFIT
http://www.pps.org/topics/funding/fundstrat/tthomas
The following tips were summarized from a conversation with Thomas about the Prospect Park Alliance's $400,000 matching grant from the Kresge Foundation in Troy, Michigan, for restoration of Prospect Park's Woodlands area. The challenge requires the fundraising campaign to be completed on schedule; only then does the organization receive the Kresge grant. The Alliance's grant was unusual because Kresge usually supports the construction or improvement of buildings, not greenspace. From Urban Parks Online Fundraising Strategies web page.
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WOMEN'S FUNDRAISING HANDBOOK
http://www.globalfundforwomen.org/4news/fundraising-handbook/1-intro.html
This handbook, written by Global Fund for Women staff, explores key ideas about raising money to fund women's rights work. It is especially designed for first-time fundraisers and for women's groups in developing countries. The handbook captures the essence of the Global Fund's Women, Money, and Empowerment workshops, which were given for activists at the UN Fourth World Conference on Women in Beijing in 1995.
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WRITE A GRANT APPLICATION FOR FUNDING
http://ctb.lsi.ukans.edu/tools/CWS/GrantProposal/gp.htm
When preparing a grant application, or request for support, community-based organizations must consider many things. What do they want to accomplish, and how can they best communicate their proposed works? Who might fund their proposal This part of the Community Work Station helps support the work of preparing a successful grant proposal. It features an outline for a generic grant application with links to helpful resources and examples of completed proposals. This generic grant application can be adapted to fit a number of different government agencies, foundations, and civic and corporate funders. Courtesy of the University of Kansas.
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WRITE YOUR GRANTS ONLINE
http://nonprofit.about.com/business/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa112499.htm
Will we be submitting all our grant proposals via the Internet in the future? The answer is yes if CyberGrants.com and the Bell Atlantic Foundation have anything to say about it. An online article by Stan Hutton of About.Com.
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WRITING A COMPELLING NEED STATEMENT
http://web.archive.org/web/20040705083348/http://www.charitychannel.com/article_4165.shtml
The need statement is the part of your grant proposal that tells the reader not only what you need but also why you need it. It is the key to making the rest of the proposal work. If the reader does not "buy" your need, he will not invest in your project through a grant. Practical advice from Karen Hodge, Grants and Foundations Review, March 4, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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WRITING A GOOD GRANT PROPOSAL
http://research.microsoft.com/Users/simonpj/papers/Proposal.html
We hope that this document will help you to write better grant proposals, and hence to be more successful in obtaining funds for your research. This article is not just about writing better grant proposals to obtain more money. The basic set-up of peer-reviewed grants of limited duration is a sensible one. It compels researchers regularly to review and re-justify the direction of their work. Behind poorly presented grant proposals often lie poorly-reasoned research plans. Perhaps if we can improve the quality of Computer Science proposals we will also improve the quality of Computer Science research. Advise from Simon Peyton Jones and Alan Bundy, Microsoft, for those writing computer science proposals.
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WRITING A GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.cpcwnc.org/Toolbox/writinggrants.html
Writing a grant proposal—like any big project—is easier when you break it down into steps. Helpful suggestions by Craig White and Paul Castelloe, Center for Participatory Change, on how to write and correctly structure a grant application.
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WRITING A SUCCESSFUL GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.mcf.org/mcf/grant/writing.htm
Written by Barbara Davis for the Minnesota Council on Foundations.
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WRITING A WINNING GRANT PROPOSAL
http://www.techsoup.org/articlepage.cfm?ArticleId=504
Competition for funding is tough even in good economic times, let alone bad. So what makes the difference in a proposal? How do you help it to go from the bottom to the top of the pile? More importantly, once it is noticed, what must you have in your proposal to ensure that you have the best chance possible of being funded? Courtesy of Marc Osten, Katrin Verclas, and Susan Myrland, TechSoup, August 22, 2003.
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WRITING AN EFFECTIVE PROJECT DESCRIPTION
http://web.archive.org/web/20040404181824/http://charitychannel.com/article_4895.shtml
Once you convincingly establish the need for grant funds, it is time to tell the reader what you plan to do about it. This is sometimes called "the method," "the methodology," or "the project description." It is as crucial to your success as the need statement. You can convince your audience that you have a compelling problem that requires attention; however, if the solution you offer is unworkable, you will not be funded. Practical advice by Karen Hodge, Grants and Foundations Review, Apr 15, 2003. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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WRITING AND MANAGING YOUR GRANT
http://www.arts.state.ms.us/resources_preparegrant.html#preparing
Practical advice from the Mississippi Arts Commission.
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WRITING FUNDRAISING LETTERS
http://nonprofit.about.com/careers/nonprofit/library/weekly/aa110700a.htm
Sometimes a full proposal isn't needed. Maybe you're asking for a contribution from a local business or just writing to your Aunt Mabel to ask for her support. In either case, you won't need to include elaborate project descriptions, detailed goals and objectives, budgets, or evaluation methods. This doesn't mean that you can be vague and obscure; it just means that you should cover the highlights without going into great detail. Practical advice from Stan Hutton, editor of About.Com's Guide to Nonprofit Charitable Organizations.
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WRITING SUCCESSFUL GOVERNMENT GRANTS
http://web.archive.org/web/20030324111110/
http://www.email-reports.com/articles-archive/00000008.htm
No one interested in doing so ever told me they had a difficult time baking a cake or changing the oil in their car. Yet, people often tell me they have a difficult time writing government grants, even though the process is similar to following a recipe or an instruction manual. An online article by Kelly Hurt dated January 10, 2002 captured by Abe's Grant Report, December 8, 2002. Still available thanks to the Internet Archive.
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WRITING SUCCESSFUL GRANT APPLICATIONS
http://www.joe.org/joe/1990summer/tt3.html
Successfully competing for grants allows Extension educators to enhance their Extension programs. In some cases, grant money alone supports the program. Here are suggestions I've found useful in writing successful grant applications. David A. Philbrick, Extension Energy Program Leader and Initiatives Coordinato,r Oregon State University-Corvallis, Journal of Extension, Summer 1990, Volume 28, Number 2.
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YAHOO'S PHILANTHROPY RESOURCES
http://www.yahoo.com/Society_and_Culture/Issues_and_Causes/Philanthropy/
Yahoo's typical collection of web links.
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YOU'VE GOT THE GRANT, NOW WHAT? POST-AWARD ADMINISTRATION AND THE GRANTS PROFESSIONAL
http://charitychannel.com/publish/templates/default.aspx?a=3291&z=16
What about after the grant? For those of us without an official “grants administrator,” how involved should the “grant writer” be with the program after the grant is awarded? While the right answer is different for everyone, I make a case below for staying out of program “operations,” while carefully educating program and accounting personnel regarding their responsibilities, and checking in at appropriate intervals to ensure all is going smoothly. Article by Cheryl Kester appearing in Grants and Foundations Review, March 9, 2005.
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