When I wrote my first grant proposal, it took over a year to get funded. I second-guessed every sentence, over-explained every point, and tried to prove our worth a little too hard. Years later, after winning multi-million dollar grants and…
Landing a large multi-year grant is cause for celebration—but it’s also a moment for reflection. Because when one funder gives big, others may wonder if you still need them. I’ve had smaller funders ask, “Are we still needed now that…
Should nonprofits mold themselves to fit available funding—or should funders adapt to our missions? It’s a question I’ve heard dozens of times in strategy sessions, donor meetings, and even over chai with mentors. And the truth is: it’s complicated. When…