I'm Brandon Green (Certified Grant Professional) and, with about a decade of experience helping nonprofits secure millions in grant funding, I can help you build a grants system that saves you time and energy. Whether you need help finding the right grant opportunities, writing compelling narratives, or managing awarded funds, I've got you covered. I'm here to give you the tools, resources, and knowledge you need to get the funding that will drive the impact you're working to achieve. To get started, feel free to peruse my posts below, connect with me on LinkedIn, check out my free tools and resources, and be sure to subscribe to my email newsletterπ. Thanks for letting me join you on your grants journey!
Get ready for 2024!
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Hi, friend! It's that time of year! A time of holiday and end-of-year frenzies π΅βπ«, as well as pause and reflection on the year past and contemplation of the year to come π€. For me, at the end of each year, I reflect on my goals for that year and set goals for the new one. Knowing what I'll be working on next year helps me feel better prepared. And I want to help you feel better prepared too! So I've put together this list of 4 things you can do to β¨Get Ready for 2024β¨π Create or Update Your Grants Calendar A well-organized grants calendar should be the backbone of your grantseeking efforts. It can be in any format you prefer (calendar, spreadsheet, document, etc.). A grants calendar helps you stay aware of upcoming deadlines, giving you plenty of time to put a proposal or report together. By anticipating what's coming down the line and preparing for them early, you'll be better situated to handle last-minute items (like the grant you just found out about that's perfect for your program and due in two days). π Reach Out to Your Funders and Prospects Building and maintaining relationships with funders is crucial. This time of year, they are being inundated with requests. You can stand out by simply wishing them a "Happy Holiday" or "Happy New Year" and thanking them for what they do. No agenda. This is a subtle way to stay on their radar while cultivating that relationship. π Identify Your Funding Gaps Understanding your organization's funding gaps is really important for strategic planning. Identifying areas/programs lacking in financial support will help you target specific funding opportunities that address these gaps. This creates a more targeted and successful grantseeking approach in 2024. π Review and Reflect on the Previous Year A retrospective analysis provides valuable insights into what worked well over the past year and helps identify any areas for improvement. By reflecting on 2023, you can refine strategies, build on successes, and learn from challenges, ultimately enhancing your grantseeking in the year ahead. By addressing these four key areas - updating your grants calendar, nurturing relationships through some "seasons' greetings," identifying funding gaps, and reflecting on the past year - you can position yourself and your organization for a successful and impactful 2024! These steps will help you develop a more organized and proactive approach to grants, one that is set up for long-term sustainability and success. Whenever you're ready, here are some ways I might be able to help you:
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Kind regards, Brandon Green, LMSW, GPC |
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I'm Brandon Green (Certified Grant Professional) and, with about a decade of experience helping nonprofits secure millions in grant funding, I can help you build a grants system that saves you time and energy. Whether you need help finding the right grant opportunities, writing compelling narratives, or managing awarded funds, I've got you covered. I'm here to give you the tools, resources, and knowledge you need to get the funding that will drive the impact you're working to achieve. To get started, feel free to peruse my posts below, connect with me on LinkedIn, check out my free tools and resources, and be sure to subscribe to my email newsletterπ. Thanks for letting me join you on your grants journey!
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