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You've secured a grant, congratulations! Now what? This course considers the post-award phase of grant proposal management and the grant management process. We discuss how to develop a stronger relationship with funders through effective communication about impacts accomplished and what that will mean for future support, if needed. These efforts bring us back to strategic planning for sustainability of your program.
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Once you have reached the point in the grant process where you have successfully secured funding, the journey has only just begun. This course is designed to introduce you to essential skills and knowledge to create an effective grant management system, maximize their impact, and build sustainable relationships with funders.
Managing grant resources is more than simply budgeting, although that is an important aspect of it. From allocating resources strategically, creating an accounting system, to writing impactful reports that showcase how your project allocations have positively impacted communities, grant reporting, financial reporting, financial management, and understanding these reporting requirements isn't just about paperwork and spreadsheets—it's about building credibility for future grants and funded projects. This online, self-paced course covers strategies for cultivating these partnerships when you reach certain milestones, leveraging successful project outcomes and final reporting to strengthen ties and potentially open doors to additional funding opportunities for grant seekers. Building credibility with stakeholders through demonstrated success is not just a requirement but a cornerstone for establishing enduring relationships built on trust and mutual benefit.
Proposal writing for grant funding is competitive, and a highly in-demand skill, and having the ability to manage and streamline awards -- from implementation to reporting expenditures and beyond -- is equally important for all types of grants. From non-profit organizations to educational institutions, government grants, or even community groups, grant writing and grant management is a vital component of fundraising efforts, and can be critical for continued successful grant management and operation. Having grant writing and management skills is essential for many jobs and positions, not just ones with the title of “Grant Writer.”
Whether you are a new to grant recipient or seeking to refine your existing skills with metrics, workflows, and the grant lifecycle, this course offers practical guidance and actionable insights that empower you to navigate the complexities of post-award grant administration effectively. We close the loop and come back to strategic thinking about what comes next in terms of future support for grant opportunities for your grant program.
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Mastering the reporting requirements of funders to effectively showcase project outcomes.
Crafting impactful statements that demonstrate how community programs have driven positive change to the grantor.
Building credibility through successful project execution and fostering strong relationships with funders after the award stage.
Returning to the concepts of strategic thinking for next steps and grant management best practices
Module 1: Grant Management
Module 2: Working with Funders
Module 3: Future Funding
Module 4: Assessing Funding Sustainability
Why these three courses?
Whether you are new to proposal planning and grant writing or just wanting to polish up on tips for editing and revising, these courses emphasize what goes into successful fundraising efforts. Incorporating better organization and more efficient delivery of material increases the chances of creating desired impacts in your community.
Will these courses improve the odds of gainful employment?
Most come to this course with little or no prior knowledge of grants and how to secure them. But most also understand that people give to people. Learning how best to ask others for support translates into job skills necessary for any business, significantly so in the non-profit sector, where programs depend on the generosity of others. Learning how to allow people to join you in your mission makes you a valuable team member of any enterprise. For some, it is the reason they have a job.
What can you do with this certificate?
This badge of knowledge demonstrates fundamental understanding of how project planning leads to securing resources. Whether you are involved in asking many people for a little bit of money or writing proposals that bring in significant amounts to complete projects, the certificate signals your ability to get the job done.
Grant writers research, draft and submit proposals to help secure grant funding. Many work for nonprofit or charitable organizations. Some are self-employed and take on tasks such as researching prospective funders to determine which funding opportunities align in mission and purpose. They explain why the shared concern is important and how funds will be used. All involved with the project through the grant writer will coordinate responses to funder’s questions, document the impacts upon completion of activities and develop strong, positive relationships with funders.
What are significant data points in the grantmaking industry?
Proposal writing skills are crucial for new or potential grant writers because they enable them to effectively communicate their project ideas, secure funding, and create a compelling case for support. Here are some reasons why project planning and proposal writing is essential:
Grants are a significant source of funding for nonprofits, research projects and community initiatives. A well-written proposal increases the chances of receiving grants. Donors and foundations review proposals to determine alignment with their priorities in creating change.
Proposal writing involves clear communication of project goals, activities and expected outcomes.
Well-structured proposals will help guarantee that reviewers understand the significance of the issue and how you will address specific needs.
The grant landscape is competitive. A compelling proposal stands out. Effective proposals provide an edge. A thoroughly planned proposal defines components, timelines and budgets efficiently. This clarity benefits overall project management. It is so much more than just “free money.” It shows the funder just how they will be partnered with others for success. It lays the foundation for future requests in the next phase or new project.
Grant writers contribute to causes they believe in. Grants awarded can be added to a resume to enhance career advancement opportunities. Becoming part of a grant writing team can be a rewarding career choice, regardless of the level of involvement, even when you are a team of one.
