GS Insights Archives
At GrantStation, we want to make sure our community is up to speed on what’s happening in the world of philanthropy. This blog features the thoughts and observations of our research staff, our CEO, and guest writers. It gives us the opportunity to share our insights as we research grantmakers and talk with grantseekers.
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In my role as a researcher at GrantStation, I visit foundation websites. Lots of websites. And whenever I see a "careers" link, my curiosity gets the better of me. I live in Oregon, but when I see…
In order to move forward, you have to understand where you’ve been. Check out these three tips for assessing your nonprofit’s current fundraising strategy!
LOI, RFP, program officer, annual return… The list of grant-related terminology is long, and even the most seasoned professional may find themselves needing to consult a dictionary. Are you fluent…
As the 2030 deadline for the UN's ambitious 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) looms, governments and third sector organizations are ramping up efforts to achieve—or least approach—benchmarks…
The feasibility study of a capital campaign is essential for testing and refining your plans, but its ultimate usefulness hinges on who you choose to involve.
When you first try to juggle, you initially wonder where to look. Do you watch the ball leaving your hand, or the one you’re about to catch? Neither, I have learned. Nor do you dart your eyes…
Yield Giving—a charitable entity established by MacKenzie Scott, a philanthropist and the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos—recently opened a call for proposals. The call will result in 250…
Relationships with donors are key to the success of every nonprofit. Use these marketing strategies to cultivate richer relationships with your donors.
The U.S. government recently announced that it will invest $25 million to reincorporate bison herds on Indigenous lands. The American bison, once a mainstay of the Native American diet, is also…
Applying for grants takes time, research, and dedication. Learn how your grassroots organization can get started and find a process that meets your needs.
“I love grant proposal writing because of the repetitive questions, arbitrary character limits, idiosyncratic budget formats, and the endless variety of infuriating grant portals,” said no grant…
On current trends, most countries will fall short of meeting many of the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by their 2030 deadline. These global objectives were selected to spur improvement…