If you have heard of this concept before, budgets telling a story, you might have wondered, “A budget is full of numbers. How can it even tell a story?” Think of it like this….
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Budget Your Way to Winning More Grants
It is hard to admit when you’re wrong. See what I did there? YOU are not the problem in the difficult topic I want (not really) to discuss. I am. Or at least I was….
Why Grant Readiness is the Secret to Winning More Funding
Grant readiness is the single most important factor in determining how competitive your organization will be when applying for foundation or government grants. Although many organizations believe they are ready simply because they need the…
Why Strategic Plans Are the Secret Weapon in Successful Grant Writing
Guest post by By Jodi Omear and Margaret Chapman, JaM Strategies Grant writing isn’t just about compelling narratives or clean budgets. It’s about proof. Funders want evidence that your organization knows where it’s going, how…
How to Inspire Grant Reviewers the Way a Filmmaker Inspires Audiences
We were thrilled to be a part of the 2025 Nonprofit Storytelling Conference in San Diego this November! Not only did our President, Diane Leonard, present—but also, inspiration was wildly abundant. Lots of folks who…