Depending on who you ask, artificial intelligence is a futuristic luxury, a time saving tool, or abjectly terrifying. However you see it, AI can be a fundamental utility for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Artificial intelligence has moved out of the realm of science fiction and onto the desks of SMB management and staff. It […]
In the world of philanthropy, choosing organizations and projects to fund is a first step for a grantor. For a project to truly succeed over the long term, a grantee needs to receive more than just a check. It needs a solid foundation of grant management skills, and an understanding of requirements, expectations, and best
What is a grant audit? After a grant is awarded, the grantor should ensure that the money is being spent the way it was intended. A grant audit is a formal check-up on a specific grant-funded project. While a “normal” audit generally looks at all of an organization’s finances, a grant audit only looks at
Getting a grant isn’t just about having a great idea, it’s a high-stakes journey that must be navigated through a complex system. For an organization to win funding, it needs to follow an application, review, and award lifecycle that requires strategy, precision, and a deep understanding of what grantmakers want. The process begins when a
In today’s fast-moving world, organizations – especially new or small businesses and nonprofits – often overlook a basic tool for success: formal, written policies and procedures. While some might dismiss these as unnecessary red tape, they serve as the backbone of a successful organization. Documented guidelines provide the structure an organization needs to grow, stay