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Hello and welcome to the For Grant Writers Only learning community. If you are new to the community, I hope you will check out our About Us page to learn more about how the community got started and what you can expect from becoming a member. The community was established in 2009.

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Referral Opportunity: Are you a grant consultant that has experience working with local municipalities and associated public agencies?

If you have experience working with local municipalities or associated public agencies, are a consultant, and would be interested in joining a referral network for this type of grants work, please reply to this post with your information and details on your location, specialties, and a list of federal/state grant programs you’ve worked on and […]

When Should Your Organization Register to Solicit Charitable Funds in States Outside its Own?

This post from Anne Davis East, Chief Compliance Officer at Keep Me Tax Free, illuminates better than many things I’ve read when and why your organization should register to solicit charitable dollars from states outside of its own. This is of particular concern when you are requesting grants, as well as when you are sending […]

Is Your Organization Mission-Driven or Mission-Challenged?

In this terrific post on Nonprofit Times, author John Davidoff helps us identify whether an organization is mission-driven or mission-challenged. As he states, “The energy of a mission-driven organization is palpable.” I agree with each of his assessments. What’s your take? What else would you add? Challenged or Driven

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William Tennant replied to William Tennant's discussion Question about M.A. in Grant Writing
"That was my thought whether I am employed with someone or out on my own.  The M.A. degree would carry some weight.  I will keep you posted. "
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Sandra Lovett replied to William Tennant's discussion Question about M.A. in Grant Writing
"I would think you would have a very marketable resume with the compliment. Good luck! If you decide to go for it, check back and let us know what you think once you're in the program for a while."
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William Tennant replied to William Tennant's discussion Question about M.A. in Grant Writing
"Hi Sandra: Thank you for the response.  I have been working hard to find a program that would lend legitimacy to the grant writing field.  I have found several online graduate certificate programs that are promising (at least on paper). I…"
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Sandra Lovett replied to William Tennant's discussion Question about M.A. in Grant Writing
"Concordia is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission which is the first thing to research. As long as they are an HLC accredited university, then it's just a question of whether or not this program is a good fit for you! It's…"
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For GrantWriters Only is hosted and managed by Melanie R. Negrin, GPC.

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