North Star Messaging + Strategy

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[...] common for grant writers to have to respond to tough questions, so be prepared. Here at Owl Eyes Creative, we love working with nonprofits to develop compelling proposals that share your [...]

[...] some serviceable information in your database, read on. Especially in smaller organizations, grant writers often double up as researchers and strategists. After all, you need to understand the nuances [...]

[...] , and more. And unless it’s the duty of the development officer or researcher to do this, grant writers should feel free to call any grant staff to get their input on your proposal. If the [...]

[...] deadlines and guidelines they have and whether or not they accept unsolicited proposals. Development Writing Task 4: Be sensitive to your audience It seems like every development professional has a [...]

[...] you produce the documents that connect your organization to its donors. Try these five time-saving strategies to maximize your efficiency while in the office. 1. Incorporate grant requirements into [...]

[...] publishes and keep track of directors of major programs. By following tip #2 under Time-Saving Strategies for Development Writers, you’ll establish good working relationships with program and [...]

[...] crafted proposal or letter is not only helpful but required by donors. It is the job of development writers to Research and gather information on programs Synthesize the information into a compelling [...]

Nonprofits face immense pressure to be as efficient as possible. Their staff is often stretched thin, lacking funding and time. This is especially tr [...]

[...] . Remember: work smarter, not harder. These time-saving techniques will ensure you, as a grant writer, deliver great value to your organization. [...]

[...] giving areas, it’s also important to keep these in mind as you write your proposal. As the grant writer for an environmental education nonprofit, for instance, if you’re applying to a foundation [...]

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Sometimes a philanthropic gift can be cinched without so much as a scrap of writing. Often, though, a carefully crafted proposal or letter is not onl [...]