GS Insights Archives
At GrantStation, we want to make sure our community is up to speed on what’s happening in the world of philanthropy. This blog features the thoughts and observations of our research staff, our CEO, and guest writers. It gives us the opportunity to share our insights as we research grantmakers and talk with grantseekers.
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GrantStation has unveiled a major refresh of its website, bringing with it a new look and a suite of upgraded tools that make searching for grant opportunities faster, easier, and more insightful…
Successful grantwriting requires more than just submitting applications—it demands a comprehensive strategy that aligns with your organization's mission and resources while building sustainable…
In 2008, when Kami Griffiths and a small group of colleagues transformed a winding-down …
For Wendy Kirwan, Director of Communications at Kars4Kids, the path to nonprofit leadership wasn’t linear, but it was…
In the heart of Lake County, Indiana, where revitalization often means more than new buildings or budgets, Kelly Anoe is leading a quiet but powerful revolution. As President and CEO of the …
Nonprofits are in the business of meeting needs. But how does a nonprofit know what needs are priorities? Understanding the purpose and importance of the needs assessment is essential for any new…
In a sector often driven by urgency and rapid response, Kelly Thompson has taken a different approach—one rooted in long-term sustainability, mission fidelity, and organizational strength. As the…
A nonprofit organization exists in a position that requires an immense amount of trust. This status only increases as the nonprofit grows, handling larger amounts of donor money. It’s for this…
Bethany Snyder isn’t your average consultant—she’s a one-woman advocacy powerhouse. As the founder and sole force behind Snyder Strategies…
Learn how to craft your message to potential volunteers, making them excited and eager to join you in your charitable mission. How do you actually generate that volunteer engagement? How do you…
If you’re a new nonprofit organization you may be at a loss of how to assemble your own team of volunteer superheroes. Often, new nonprofits are stuck asking their friends and family for help on…
For Mark Dionne, the path to community impact has been anything but conventional. A former professional musician, Mark now conducts a different kind of symphony—one composed of grants, community…