Welcome to Day 1 of the 30-Day Grant Readiness Challenge!
Is your nonprofit truly ready to win funding? Many organizations believe they are “grant ready” simply because they need the money. The reality is that numerous factors contribute to grant readiness. It is a comprehensive, strategic state of being that impacts your research focus, your funder relationships, and your ultimate success rate.
Whether you are looking for your first foundation grant or scaling up for a federal proposal, Day 1 of your preparation for Grant Readiness is about establishing your baseline.
Today’s Challenge: Take the GRASP Tool Assessment
The first step in any nonprofit capacity-building journey is an honest assessment. Our GRASP Tool (Grant Readiness Assessment) is a free, confidential tool designed to give you a clear picture of your strengths and gaps.
- Time to complete: 10 minutes
- What you receive:
- a custom Grant Readiness Score (0-120)
- a visual report of your organizational capacity
Click Here to Take the GRASP Tool Assessment
Related Resources for Day 1
To help you understand why readiness matters, we recommend these additional resources:
- Watch: [The Grant Life Cycle – Grant Readiness]
- Download: [The Grant Readiness Guide]
- Read: Our guide on Why Strategic Plans Are the Secret Weapon in Successful Grant Writing
Recorded webinars:
- Unlocking Grant Readiness: Strategies and Best Practices for Successful Funding
- How to STAY Grant Ready As Your Organization Evolves
Join the Discussion
We want to hear from you! What is your biggest challenge when trying to align your grant deadlines with your program’s financial needs?
Leave a note in the comments below and share your best tip for staying organized!
Updated May 14, 2026