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I just submitted my proposal for funding of another three years of my research. It was a moment of celebration closing quite a stressing period of work. It was also a moment of realization that now the result depends solely on the referees, who might just be in the mood to give the money to some different topic.
Started working on a fellowship app at this coffee shop last weekend. They had cute spooky decorations and put chocolate whip cream on my cocoa!
“My friends keep sending me grants and opportunities. I appreciate it, I really do. It’s nice to know that people are thinking of me. But I never want to apply for a grant again. I can’t. My body recoils. It feels like taking my skin off for nothing.
[...]
“Arts funding is a cancer. Applying for it has become its own job, a job no one enjoys or wants. I’m not sure that anyone is even funding the arts, really — it feels more like art happens by accident as a decorative footnote to the work of endless applications, assessments, acquittals and evaluations. I’m sure some of these elements were once designed as accountability mechanisms, but they have grown monstrously out of control. Like the mutual obligation system for welfare recipients, the arts funding process is disproportionate and counterproductive. There are easier ways to give artists money.”
Week 130, Day 904.
How have I been doing this for over 900 days, omg?! I have definitely been chiselled into a much more resilient human being over these last 130 weeks. Some of this resilience came through during last weeks training course, which was both extremely useful and very hard work. I will be sharing some of the taught material in the next few weeks, which will cover: thesis writing, grant/fellowship applications, viva expectations and prep, constructing a winning CV and cover letter, and getting ready for a job interview. 📝
One of the challenges from last week was to write a 5 page grant application in less than 8 hours. Committing all of the energy and brain power I had to the task paid off as I was one of two winners for ‘best grant proposal’. 🎉
Photo: Me receiving the prize for ‘best grant proposal’. Source: Phone camera.
With the intensity of last week, I had no time left on any of the days to do project work, which means I am a bit swamped with tasks on my ever-growing ‘to do’ list. However, in light of the coronavirus pandemic, most of the events and meetings in my calendar are being cancelled, freeing up some much desired time. ✨ The only thing I will comment on the coronavirus situation is that this is a time when we need to look out for one another, not become self-absorbed hermits, looking out for ones own arses. 🛒
A little while ago, I mentioned that having reward incentives is a great motivator to keep going when the going gets tough. I did exactly this by booking a spa day with some friends last weekend. It was a much needed break after the week away and meant that whatever happened, I had something to look forward to. We went to Aqua Sana in Sherwood forest, which I can’t recommend enough! It was so chill that I actually fell asleep in one of their ‘rest rooms’, which is extraordinary for someone who is anxious in all new and exposed places. 🌲
Anyhow, I better get back to the grind. I leave you with the following quote, which is very appropriate for the current situation we are all in...
“Sometimes when you’re feeling buried, you’re actually just planted.” - C. Caine
Photo: Pining for summer. Source: Phone camera.
How to Manage Grant Funds Effectively in a Nonprofit
How to Manage Grant Funds Effectively in a Nonprofit
Managing grant funds effectively is crucial for nonprofits, ensuring that they remain compliant with funders' requirements while maximizing their impact. Here are three key strategies to help you manage your nonprofit’s grant funds successfully.
1. Develop a Robust Financial Tracking System
A robust financial tracking system is the backbone of effective grant fund management. Make sure that every penny of your grant is tracked accurately, from the moment it’s received to how it’s spent. Tools like QuickBooks for Nonprofits or other fund accounting software can help streamline the process, making it easier to report to your funders and prevent any discrepancies.
2. Allocate Funds According to Your Budget
Your grant budget serves as a roadmap for how you intend to spend your funds. Sticking to this budget is critical to ensuring you don’t overspend or leave funds unspent. Regular check-ins with your financial team will help keep everything on track.
3. Report Financial Outcomes to Grantors
Lastly, transparent and accurate reporting is a must when managing grant funds. Your funders need to see that the grant was used as intended and that your project is making progress toward its goals. Regular financial reports also build trust and increase your chances of securing repeat funding.
Managing grant funds effectively is essential for nonprofit success. By developing strong tracking systems, sticking to your budget, and reporting transparently to funders, you’ll set your organization up for future success. Download my free guide for additional tips on managing grant funds!
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How to Manage Grant Funds Effectively in a Nonprofit
How to Manage Grant Funds Effectively in a Nonprofit
Managing grant funds effectively is crucial for nonprofits, ensuring that they remain compliant with funders' requirements while maximizing their impact. Here are three key strategies to help you manage your nonprofit’s grant funds successfully.
1. Develop a Robust Financial Tracking System
A robust financial tracking system is the backbone of effective grant fund management. Make sure that every penny of your grant is tracked accurately, from the moment it’s received to how it’s spent. Tools like QuickBooks for Nonprofits or other fund accounting software can help streamline the process, making it easier to report to your funders and prevent any discrepancies.
2. Allocate Funds According to Your Budget
Your grant budget serves as a roadmap for how you intend to spend your funds. Sticking to this budget is critical to ensuring you don’t overspend or leave funds unspent. Regular check-ins with your financial team will help keep everything on track.
3. Report Financial Outcomes to Grantors
Lastly, transparent and accurate reporting is a must when managing grant funds. Your funders need to see that the grant was used as intended and that your project is making progress toward its goals. Regular financial reports also build trust and increase your chances of securing repeat funding.
Managing grant funds effectively is essential for nonprofit success. By developing strong tracking systems, sticking to your budget, and reporting transparently to funders, you’ll set your organization up for future success. Download my free guide for additional tips on managing grant funds!
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How to Estimate the Age of Your Population Served in a Grant Application
How to Estimate the Age of Your Population Served in a Grant Application
Accurately estimating the age of your population served is crucial for any grant application. Funders often want to know the age distribution of the people benefiting from your program to ensure it aligns with their funding priorities. In this post, I’ll cover three strategies to help you provide an accurate estimate of your population’s age.
1. Use Historical Data from Past Projects
If you’ve run similar programs in the past, analyzing your previous data is one of the most reliable ways to estimate the age range of your population. This information helps funders understand your program’s historical reach and gives you a foundation for estimating your current project.
2. Conduct Surveys for Direct Data
If you don’t have access to historical data, conducting surveys is an excellent way to gather demographic information directly from your target population. This approach ensures that your estimates are based on real data from potential participants.
3. Leverage Community Demographic Data
When working with a new or unfamiliar population, you can use existing community demographic data to estimate the age range of your participants. This is especially useful when you don’t have direct access to your target audience.
Be sure to download my free guide for seven additional tips on reporting demographic data in your grant applications. Use the form below to get your copy!
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How to Estimate the Age of Your Population Served in a Grant Application
How to Estimate the Age of Your Population Served in a Grant Application
Accurately estimating the age of your population served is crucial for any grant application. Funders often want to know the age distribution of the people benefiting from your program to ensure it aligns with their funding priorities. In this post, I’ll cover three strategies to help you provide an accurate estimate of your population’s age.
1. Use Historical Data from Past Projects
If you’ve run similar programs in the past, analyzing your previous data is one of the most reliable ways to estimate the age range of your population. This information helps funders understand your program’s historical reach and gives you a foundation for estimating your current project.
2. Conduct Surveys for Direct Data
If you don’t have access to historical data, conducting surveys is an excellent way to gather demographic information directly from your target population. This approach ensures that your estimates are based on real data from potential participants.
3. Leverage Community Demographic Data
When working with a new or unfamiliar population, you can use existing community demographic data to estimate the age range of your participants. This is especially useful when you don’t have direct access to your target audience.
Be sure to download my free guide for seven additional tips on reporting demographic data in your grant applications. Use the form below to get your copy!
👉 Free Download 👉 https://www.grantgetting.com/free54 👉 10 Tips for Estimating and Reporting Demographic Data in Grant ApplicationsOne of th
