The idea of failure used to scare the living daylights out of me. And admitting a mistake. Hard pass; no thank you. Zero stars. Do not recommend. It was the perfectionist in me. I never wanted to show a single flaw or misstep. Heck, I wouldn’t leave the house without...
Leadership is vital to the success of any organization. We often talk about it. We often dream about good leadership. But who actually takes the time to study leadership and then help nonprofit leaders really think about how to develop programs that work? Stacy...
Kimberly and I often preach that grant writing is NOT a solo sport, so it should come as no surprise that grant management isn’t either. In fact, we are preaching all about this on the latest Fundraising HayDay episode. Whether you are a team of grant professionals at...
To ensure the proper checks and balances of an organization, it takes more than one person to manage your organization’s grants, particularly when federal grant funding is involved. Even if you are the only one with “grant” in your title, it takes a team to get the...
You’re the grant expert for your organization, but chances are you are not the executive director, city manager, superintendent, or other titled leader. And chances are, your boss and board do not understand the ins and outs of the grant world. That means it’s up to...
HayDay Services is bringing you a series of “how-to” articles related to successful grant management. Part 13: Grant Closeout & Record Retention Sure, I love to celebrate when I hit the submit button. And I really break out the happy dance when I get notice of a...
What is known as the Big Beautiful Bill was signed into law on July 4, 2025. While this is not a budget bill, its legislation includes tax changes and spending policies that will significantly affect nonprofits, local government, hospitals, communities, and those we...
HayDay Services is bringing you a series of “how-to” articles related to successful grant management. Part 12: Subrecipients & Contractors You’re ready to apply for federal funding, and you know your organization cannot implement the project without outside...
I’ve always disliked the first month on a new job. Not that I don’t like the job or the people, but I never like the feeling of not knowing what I’m doing. And when you have no idea where the restroom is, who to talk to for information, or how the copier works, it’s...
Professional development (or learning and development as it is referred to in the UK) is often the first thing cut when budgets are tight. But what does that mean for fundraisers and grant professionals? We are joined by Cam St Omer-Donaldson with Fundraising...
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