Tonia Brown-Kinzel, GPC, CGMS, GPA Approved Trainer’s Post

As I quasi-recover from last week's #GrantSummit Powered by the Grant Professionals Association (moreposts to come on that in the days moving forward), I am excited to announce that I will be a guest presenter for Foundant Technologies on Tuesday, November 19th from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm ET (90 minutes), presenting one of my most popular sessions: "'No Unsolicited Proposals:' How to Get that Date to the Grant Prom." We’ve all been there… hearing about a funder that seems PERFECT for what we need funding for, only to discover those dreaded words on their website or outreach materials: “No unsolicited proposals.” You just know if they knew about you, they’d want to see your application! Don’t despair! Not all is lost! There are proven strategies to gain the interest of some funders who have posted that warning sign to stay off their proverbial lawn. You will learn: * What the motivation may be for a funder to choose not to accept open applications * How to research a funder’s past giving and areas of interest so you can position your organization to be invited. * Techniques to cultivate relationships with funders who do not have open competitions * Marketing, outreach, and advocacy skills you can develop to raise your level of grant professionalism. Please register and pass this invitation along to anyone else who might be interested. The entire session will be recorded and available to registrants. Foundant and The Grant Plant are working together to sponsor this webinar and bring it to you at no cost.  Join us! If you know of anyone else who could benefit from this educational webinar, please forward this invitation to them!

Unrestricted funding: the golden ticket of the grant world. The catch? It's often by invitation only. The secret sauce to receiving that coveted invite? **Your board.** Compile a list of folx who work at the funder's office. Do your board members know any of them? Ask them to check for 2nd-degree connections on LinkedIn. Help the board members resist the urge to make a pushy ask. Instead, guide them in nurturing those connections: like content, make helpful comments, ask great questions, have coffee. Invitations incoming!

One of the biggest hurdles grant professionals face... You've found the perfect foundation...it's a great fit for your mission, you believe in the same causes and serve the audience they are seeking to help. BUT as you research further, you see this: "No unsolicited proposals accepted". Now what? Move on, right? Not necessarily. Why not do a bit more research to find out if anyone on YOUR board knows anyone on the foundation board so you can perhaps start a conversation. Research the IRS990 to look for trends in giving -- do they align with what you do? Follow and engage with the foundation on social media as a starting point to getting to know them. Perhaps they are open to a brief discovery call? Bottom line? Do your research and if there's a genuine connection, then reach out! Thanks Kara D. Mostowy, CFRE, GPC for presenting on this very topic at today's meeting of the Western New York & Finger Lakes Chapter, Grants Professionals Association and inspiring this post.

November’s here, and so are some incredible grant opportunities—but time’s running out! 🎯 If securing the funding your organization needs is still on your to-do list, now’s the time to act. With year-end just around the corner, the pressure to get those applications in is real. We know you’re juggling a lot—whether it's managing programs, organizing events, or handling last-minute projects. It’s easy to let grant deadlines sneak up on you. But missing out on these opportunities could mean missing out on vital funding for the work your not-for-profit does best. Don’t let that happen. We’re already tracking all the upcoming deadlines for you, so you don’t have to scramble. If the thought of writing another grant feels overwhelming, let us take that weight off your shoulders. We’ll handle the entire process—from planning to submission—so you can focus on what really matters: making an impact. Check out the November grant opportunities here ➡️https://lnkd.in/g9smcyt9 📅 Time is ticking. Book a free consultation today, and let’s get your grant applications submitted on time—before it’s too late!

Learn how to research, prepare, write and apply for grants in this FREE Grant Prep Boot Camp webinar on November 25 at 9 AM (CST). Join us to target and learn how to organize grants to further your mission. 💫 Don’t worry if you can't access various fancy (and expensive) grant databases. We'll show you how to: 🤝 Access grant information – for free! 🔍 Filter through 990 returns 👀 Uncover names and get around the “invite only” issue when determining fit We will also work on systematizing the process of grants, so you don’t have to redo them every time. #grantwriting #freegrantwritingwebinar #score #scorewichita

Considering grants to fund your initiatives but unsure where to begin? Kevin Wren is sharing tips and tricks into the grant writing process with CSC at EDspaces attendees! Learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02X-8y50

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Ever found yourself buried in grant research or unsure if you've already considered a specific funder? 😫 Earlier this year, I helped a social justice organization with grant prospecting. Months later, they reached out again after struggling to apply for new grants. They had an intern do research, but I found several duplicate entries and wasted efforts. The solution? Centralized information! 🗃 Keeping all your grant prospects and funder notes in one place ensures efficiency, consistency, and easy access—no more wasted time re-doing research. A well-organized system can make all the difference! I share tips like this in my newsletter every week. Sign up below! 👇 https://lnkd.in/eTVkx6Mz

Attention grantseekers: Are you looking for answers to your grantmaking questions? We’ve got you covered! The FAQ page on our website is designed to help you navigate the grant application journey smoothly. 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/eG3Cxxvm Can't find your question addressed there? Let us know!

Thinking about applying for the Shared Prosperity Grant? But unsure what to include and what not to include. Here are a few tips to get you started… ✔️ Be SPECIFIC about what you want to do with the grant  ✔️ Tell a compelling story. But DON’T waffle.  ✔️ Include research and data to signal that your project is worth pursuing. Looking for more information or support? Then please join us for our upcoming workshop on How to Write a Successful Grant Application: https://lnkd.in/g4PgGcgg