Alli Hansen

Local governments balance high community expectations with limited resources. Adopting grants management software for government replaces fragmented tools with one secure system designed for public-sector accountability. This challenge is why many governing bodies are moving towards modernizing municipal grantmaking processes.  Municipalities today manage more grants than ever, each with its own requirements, reporting timelines, and

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If you’ve worked in the nonprofit sector for some time, you’ve probably realized that effective financial management is essential to your organization’s short- and long-term success. Not only does understanding your revenue and expenses help you fund your current initiatives, no matter what circumstances may arise, but it also allows you to plan for growth

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Put yourself in a potential funder’s shoes. When they land on your nonprofit’s website, are they greeted with detailed impact stories, clear positive outcomes, and transparent financial information? If not, it could be time to revamp how your nonprofit advertises its grant management practices. 75% of supporters look for “concrete information about a charity’s achievements”

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Grant reporting is key for accountability, but remains challenging for funders and grantees. Gathering data, agreeing on metrics, and turning data into insights take time and coordination that many lack. Without good processes, reporting feels burdensome rather than a growth opportunity. For many, the issue isn’t effort but efficiency. Managing spreadsheets, emails, and manual systems

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Trust based philanthropy is having a moment. It’s reshaping how funders and grantees work together.  Instead of dictating how grantseekers should use their awards, funders are removing strict grant requirements in favor of trusting their partners to do what is best for the community. This approach removes rigid requirements and instead fosters transparency, efficiency, and

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As more corporations come to understand the value of their charitable donations, corporate philanthropy is on the rise. These philanthropic efforts are inspirational, often having a direct and positive impact on the local community through thoughtful grantmaking. However, launching and managing annual giving campaigns can be a challenging task. Often, many corporate offices lack the

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Artificial intelligence has transformed how applicants and reviewers handle grant applications. AI grant applications streamline the process, providing grantees with the tools to personalize their proposals and reviewers with the ability to quickly identify candidates who are not a good fit.  But is the use of AI in grant reviews and applications ethical? And what

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For the majority of studies, causes, or purposes related to medicine, art, business, or the environment, there is likely grant funding available. However, despite the numerous opportunities for grantseekers to pursue, many grantmakers still rely on a single method for managing the lifecycles of all their grants: spreadsheets.  Starting a new funding cycle? Make a

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When some grantseekers apply for funding opportunities, they adopt a widespread approach and apply for every opportunity they find.  However, this can create situations where funders and award recipients suffer from misaligned missions or strategies. Importantly, this inefficient allocation of awards significantly minimizes the impact of both organizations. It’s not a situation that helps anyone,

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