Unfortunately, the lack of capacity evident in the Haitian nonprofit sector can be attributed to in part, the failure of international philanthropy to invest in building and maintaining local capacity and knowledge. This problem is compounded by the fact that the…
Components of writing a proposal consisting of: Proposal Summary: ½ page (Executive summary) Narrative: five pages maximum Background Funding Request Evaluations Attachments Financial Information Other Supporting Materials
A well-written letter of inquiry can be your ticket to securing funding for your project. Many foundations now prefer that funding requests be submitted first in letter format instead of a full proposal. Others are using preliminary letters of inquiry…
Technology and media are in constant evolution, challenging consumers, donors, and fundraisers to adapt. Here are six trends for nonprofits to consider as they create their annual plans to raise money and engage supporters this year. 1. MOBILE MATTERS We've…
Money has no value. It just sits there. We give it value. Raising money is powerful. It gives you the ability to do things. Don't confuse raising money for your group with being critical of our economic system and…
When your organization is looking for a grant, you aren’t only looking for a funder who might be interested in funding your organization. You have to find a funder who will fund the types of grants that you are looking…
The terms bilateral and multilateral are technically used to distinguish flows of Official Development Assistance (ODA). The OECD defines bilateral transactions as those undertaken by a donor country directly with a developing country. They also include transactions with NGOs active…
