This Op-Ed originally appeared on the Ball Brothers Foundation website. The threats we face in the digital world are evolving at a frightening pace. From phishing schemes and ransomware attacks to identity theft and deepfake impersonations, the list of cyber threats keeps expanding. As technology advances—and the internet becomes ever more integrated into our daily... Read More
It’s not always easy for grantseekers to understand how foundations operate, or how to access them. Grant guidelines are a valuable tool to communicate your interests and strategies, clarify what you fund, and explain how to apply. The clearer your guidelines, the more likely you’ll receive proposals that align with your goals. Clear guidelines also... Read More
When funders give general operating support, they invest in a nonprofit’s mission, not just a specific project. This flexible funding allows nonprofits to decide how best to utilize the money, potentially for adjusting salaries, investing in technology, enhancing fundraising efforts, or strengthening their overall operations. It’s about helping organizations stay strong and resilient. Foundations with... Read More
Our highly-rated publication for members provides a wealth of information and inspiration in one easy read. In this issue: Essentials for Creating Grant Guidelines A Call for Catalytic Leadership in Philanthropy Is This Self-Dealing? Three Quick Questions to Ask 7 Types of Successful Philanthropists How Racial Equity Supports Better Grantmaking Practices Grantmaking for Equity: Essential,... Read More
You are not alone if you feel stuck administering grants for your small-staffed foundation using sticky notes, whiteboards, or spreadsheets. For many lean foundations, the high costs of implementing and maintaining a purpose-built grant management system (GMS) can be prohibitive. However, by leveraging the nonprofit license donation programs from industry-leading technology providers, you can create... Read More
This post originally appeared on GMA Foundations’ blog. Organizational budget size is a favorite proxy indicator in philanthropy. Donors use rules of thumb to streamline grantmaking due diligence, but generalizations are imperfect. Using organizational budget size as a proxy indicator can reinforce funding inequities and lead to lost opportunity. Here are a few ways to... Read More