Behind the Grantmaker's Curtain

Go behind the grantmaker's curtain to learn from the perspective of foundations. Listen to this mini-series to learn how to craft an effective grant proposal that wins funding. We'll explore topics such as: - What are common mistakes grant seekers make? - What do grantmakers want to see more of? - How can grant-seekers better prepare their 501c3s for the proposals of the grantmakers? This podcast is brought to you by Instrumentl, the institutional fundraising platform. Start saving three hours a week and increase your grant application output by 78% by creating a free 14-day account at www.instrumentl.com. Save $50 off your first month with the code FOUNDATION50.

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How to Make Your Grant Applications Shine: Columbus Foundation (Ep. 2)

May 08, 2022 • Instrumentl • Season 1 • Episode 2

Want to win more grants for your nonprofit? Struggling to figure out how to position your nonprofit in the best light possible for grantmakers?

If you're trying to take a deep dive and learn what grantmakers are looking for in their applicants, this podcast interview episode is for you.

By the end of this 35-minute episode with Danielle Tong, you’ll learn:

The most memorable applications she has read & how you can replicate them step-by-step
The best grant writing tips that make your organization stand out in the large pool of applicants
How grassroots and established nonprofit organizations can meaningfully build relationships with grantmakers

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Danielle Tong is the director at the Columbus Foundation, where she provides leadership to capacity building programs and grantmaking. Prior to that, she used Lean Six Sigma as a consultant in my own firm that focused on building capacity and streamlining processes for nonprofits across the state. She also applied it in the fight against infant mortality, in her work with the Ohio Department of Medicaid, as a Lean Six Sigma project manager and coach for managed care plans.

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