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Beyond the Warm, Fuzzy Feeling of Philanthropy

by Funding For Good | Aug 17, 2019 | Development/Fundraising, Grant Writing

“Foundations today aren’t just making donations because they want the warm, fuzzy feeling of philanthropy. They’re doing it as an investment and they want to know what the return on their investment is going to be.” – Mandy Pearce Listen...

7 Things To Consider Before Adding Grants to Your Budget

by Funding For Good | Dec 6, 2017 | Budgeting, Grant Writing

Have you ever heard of a nonprofit that didn’t apply for grant funding? Adding grants to your budget may be something you choose not to do. Would you like to be one of those organizations? It might surprise you, but they exist. Some folks generate sustainability...

10 Ways to Engage Your Board in Fundraising

by Funding For Good | Oct 26, 2017 | Board Development, Development/Fundraising

The end of the year often brings with it changes, goals, and resolutions for individuals and businesses alike. We often hear folks express a desire to make changes to their board of directors. Most of these changes are for the good of the organization and would bring...

4 Signs a Nonprofit Should Start Looking at Grants

by Funding For Good | Jul 19, 2017 | Development/Fundraising, Grant Writing, Strategic Planning

Would it surprise you to know that some nonprofits have never – and will never – start looking at grants as part of their development plan? I have worked with nonprofits that have been around for over 50 years and are just now venturing into the grant world. They...