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Guides and analysis by C∞A∞I∞O on funding for nonprofits and mission-driven work, each with its sources linked.

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  1. GuideAI-assisted

    How to Write a Grant Proposal: A Section-by-Section Walkthrough

    Get a clear, step-by-step guide to writing a grant proposal that wins funding for your nonprofit.

  2. GuideAI-assisted

    Board Governance Basics for Fundable Nonprofits

    Learn the essential board governance practices that make your nonprofit attractive to funders.

  3. GuideAI-assisted

    Approaching Tech Companies for Support

    Learn how to effectively approach tech companies for in-kind and cash support to amplify your nonprofit's impact.

  4. GuideAI-assisted

    Corporate Giving and Employee Matching Programs for Small Nonprofits

    Learn how to access corporate giving and employee matching programs to boost your small nonprofit's funding.

  5. GuideAI-assisted

    Getting Nonprofit Status: Steps from Idea to 501(c)(3)

    Learn the steps to get nonprofit status and start receiving tax-deductible donations. From idea to 501(c)(3), we guide you through the process.

  6. ExplainerAI-assisted

    What a Form 990 tells funders about your organization

    Understand what a Form 990 reveals about your nonprofit's finances and operations, and how to use it to attract funders.

  7. ExplainerAI-assisted

    Restricted vs Unrestricted Donations: How to Manage Both

    Learn how to manage restricted and unrestricted donations for your nonprofit, including the benefits and challenges of each.

  8. GuideAI-assisted

    Nonprofit Budget Preparation for Funders

    Learn how to create a nonprofit budget that earns the trust of funders, with practical steps and examples.

  9. AnalysisAI-assisted

    Disaster Relief Fundraising: What Donors Look For After an Emergency

    Learn what donors prioritize when giving to disaster relief efforts and how to effectively communicate your nonprofit's response and impact.

  10. AnalysisAI-assisted

    Funding Housing and Homelessness Relief Projects

    Learn how housing and homelessness relief projects are typically funded, from government grants to private philanthropy.

  11. GuideAI-assisted

    Starting and Keeping Monthly Recurring Donors

    Learn how to start and maintain a successful monthly recurring giving program for your nonprofit.

  12. GuideAI-assisted

    Building a Donation Page That Converts

    Create a donation page that resonates with donors and drives conversions for your nonprofit.

  13. GuideAI-assisted

    Data Privacy Basics for Nonprofits Using AI Tools

    Protect your nonprofit's data and reputation with these essential data privacy basics for AI tool users.

  14. GuideAI-assisted

    Streamlining Nonprofit Admin with AI Tools

    Discover how AI tools can reduce nonprofit admin time without compromising donor trust.

  15. ExplainerAI-assisted

    General Operating Support vs. Project Grants: What to Ask For

    Learn the difference between general operating support and project grants to make informed funding requests.

  16. GuideAI-assisted

    Foundation Grants for Small Organizations: A Step-by-Step Guide

    Find and qualify foundation grants for your small nonprofit with this practical guide.

  17. GuideAI-assisted

    Writing a Gift Acceptance Policy for Nonprofits

    Learn what to include in a gift acceptance policy to ensure your nonprofit is prepared for various types of donations.

  18. GuideAI-assisted

    Measuring Program Outcomes on a Shoestring

    Get practical tips on measuring program outcomes without a research budget.

  19. GuideAI-assisted

    Building a Simple Theory of Change for a Small Nonprofit

    Create a clear, concise theory of change to guide your nonprofit's mission and funding efforts.

  20. GuideAI-assisted

    Crafting a Compelling Impact Summary for Funders

    Learn how to write a concise and effective impact summary that grabs funders' attention in just two minutes.

  21. ExplainerAI-assisted

    Donor-Advised Funds 101 for Small Nonprofits

    Learn how donor-advised funds work and how your small nonprofit can benefit from them.

  22. ExplainerAI-assisted

    What is Fiscal Sponsorship and When to Use It

    Learn the basics of fiscal sponsorship and when to use it for your nonprofit project or mission-driven work.

  23. GuideAI-assisted

    Preparing Small Nonprofits for AI-Era Philanthropy

    Learn how small nonprofits can prepare for large new AI-era philanthropic funds.

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