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Hey there!
As the year is still getting started, it’s not too late to take a look at your project management and grant search strategies to make sure you are making the best of your time and resources.
In this week’s edition, we’ll connect you with tools, tips, and tricks to make your work as efficient and successful as possible.
Welcome to The Impact!
You Don’t Want to Miss This
Want to learn how to save 15 hours per week with smarter grant tracking?
There’s no silver bullet, but we do have easy-to-apply, proven grant management strategies...and we're going to share them with you!
Today, at 1 pm CST, our team will be offering a one-hour virtual workshop where you’ll get the chance to learn:
- 3 signs of organized grants management
- 7 actionable solutions for common grant management problems
- Key elements of “smarter” grant tracking to save up to 15 hours per week in research & management of your grants pipeline
Keep in Mind:
- This event is best-suited for folks who are new to Instrumentl.
- Professional Credits: This session covers GPCI Competency 2. Full participation in this event is applicable for 1.0 points in Category 1.B - Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
Don’t Miss Out!
Pitfalls and Pointers
⚠️ Pitfall: Overlapping Tasks and Inefficient Resource Allocation
Overlapping tasks and inefficient resource allocation can lead to project delays, burnout, and a decrease in overall productivity. This can be particularly detrimental when time and resources are limited.
Without proper organization on the front end, you’ll end up frustrating and wearing down your team.
💡Pointer: Implement Effective Project Management Strategies From the Beginning
Here are some strategies to help your nonprofit avoid overlapping tasks and improve efficiency:
- Invest in a reliable project management tool: Tools like Instrumentl, Asana, Trello, or Monday.com can help you visualize tasks, track progress, and identify potential bottlenecks.
- Create clear project timelines: Break down projects into smaller, manageable tasks and assign deadlines to each.
- Use templates: Pre-built templates can save time and ensure consistency in project planning.
- Regular team meetings: Schedule regular team meetings to discuss project updates, address concerns, and align on goals.
- Clear and concise documentation: Maintain detailed project documentation to ensure everyone is on the same page.
- Use a centralized communication platform: Tools like Slack or Microsoft Teams can help facilitate efficient communication.
By implementing these strategies, your nonprofit can streamline its operations, improve efficiency, and achieve its mission more effectively.
🤯 Go from chaos to clarity with a dedicated grant management system!
Tips You Should Know
What:
Expert blog, “Read This Before You Roll Out a New Project Management Tool”
How Grant Writers Can Use It:
Have you ever tried to implement a new project management software and hit a wall in terms of implementation, uptake from your team, or integrating the tool into existing components of your organization?
Check out this blog by Ted Kriwiel where he breaks down how to best roll out new tools to avoid the “collective groan” from your team. This step-by-step guide will take the guesswork out of implementation so you can ensure success!
👉 Read the entire article here!
Expert Perspectives
🏆 Instrumentl Tips for Spring Cleaning: How to Simplify Your Nonprofit’s Grant Process in Under 60 Minutes
Whether your organization has an established grant process or you’re just starting out, you’re going to want to check out these spring cleaning tips. In this webinar, the Instrumentl team shares some strategies for simplifying your grant process through a PPT framework: People, Process, and Technology
Here’s the expert advice:
- People Do the Work: Do you ever feel like you are the only one with institutional knowledge of the grant process? Ensuring that you have the support needed and your whole team is on the same page is essential for a successful grant writing strategy.
- Processes Make the Work Efficient: Without a process, you can’t scale. Make sure you have a well-documented and clear grant strategy in place.
- Technology Helps Automate the Process: Whether it’s with Excel, a free project management software, or you’re ready to take the leap with an Instrumentl subscription, technology helps automate your processes so that you can save time and streamline your efforts.
🧹 Watch the full webinar for more tips on simplifying your grant strategy!
Opportunities Spotlight
⭐ AARP Community Challenge Grant
Who It’s For: The AARP Community Challenge provides small grants to fund quick-action projects that can help communities become more livable for people of all ages across the United States.
Next Deadline: March 6, 2025
Grant Amount: $500 to $50,000
The Details: The Community Challenge grant seeks to fund projects that improve public spaces, increase access to transportation, mobility and connectivity, support housing and digital equity, among other projects that seek to integrate communities. The grant prioritizes projects that result in permanent physical change in the community and equity initiatives that lead to long-term change.
✌️ H. C. Gemmer Family Christian Foundation Grant
Who It’s For: 501c(3) organizations based in the United States working for peace and human rights
Next Deadline: May 1, 2025
Grant Amount: $3,000
The Details: The H. C. Gemmer Family Christian Foundation focuses on supporting one-time projects and start-up funding for initiatives related to peace, justice, and human rights.
🔍 Explore thousands of other grant opportunities now!
Networking Nook
📅 Conference: NTEN Nonprofit Technology Conference
April 16-18, 2025 | Baltimore, Maryland and Virtual
The NTC is an annual gathering of people who want to make the world a better place through the skillful and equitable use of technology. You’ll have the chance to learn essential nonprofit technology best practices while connecting with a community that shares your commitment to social change.
To check out more recent and upcoming live events, go here.
In Case You Missed It
📑 Article: How to Research Grants for Nonprofits Using Instrumentl
Have you ever wondered exactly how the Instrumentl grant management system works, or how to best use it to find grants perfect for your organization? Check out all the details and don’t waste another minute!
Instrumentl Can Help You Find Your Next Grant
Ready to find grants that can enhance your mission?
Check out our extensive grants database, which features more than 400,000 funders and 17,000+ active grant opportunities. New opportunities are added weekly!
