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Winning grants is a numbers game. Just like good investing, don't hinge all your hopes on this one grant. Plan to apply for 10 or more. It's a virtuous cycle -- the more you win, the more you win. That's because -- just like investors -- grantors like to see that their peers think you are up to snuff. And they like to see that you have diversified funding sources. That you're not hinging all your hopes on them. (Yep, that's why many grants require matching funds...or disallow key expenses like salaries.) There's another virtuous cycle. The more your grant writer writes for you, the better she'll write for you. She'll know by heart what you're about, your history, your lingo, your budget. So if you want non-dilutive funding, get committed. It's the way to win.

Grant writing is a process, and a long-term investment in the financial stability of your organization. #grantwriting #grantwriters #professionalgrantwriters

5 years ago, I took one of the biggest risks of my life to start my first business, Vraiment Financial. I didn’t know much about running a business, but I am grateful that God has been by my side since he told me to take this first leap to every other spring afterward. Statistics say, “20% of new businesses fail during the first two years of being open, 45% during the first five years, and 65% during the first 10 years. Only 25% of new businesses make it to 15 years or more.” Failing is apart of success, but actual failure is giving up, and I’m here to stay long-term. Within the last 5 years, I can say Vraiment Financial has done some fantastic things: • Apart of 5 professional associations • Apart of 2 business development communities • Educated over 10,000 individuals on financial management • Educated over 5,000 entrepreneurs on grant funding. • Assisted over 300 organizations with grant applications • Completed 55 nonprofit tax-exempt applications • Helped over 100 companies with administrative support and operations • Won over $19 million in grant awards • Managed over $145 million in grant funding • Secured over 15 strategic partnerships and collaborations • Supported over $3 million in fundraising dollars • Wrote over 100 proposals and applications in 2020 for FREE • Secured 12 prime and subcontract contracts and projects • Conducted so many messages, emails, meetings, advice and calls Thank you, God, for your protection, grace, the ups and downs, and even the tears. It’s been so many days where I have wanted to let everything good, but I’ve come too far to give up. Thank you to all our clients who took a chance with us and believe in us. We wouldn’t be here without your risk. Thank you to our students in our community. It gives me joy every month educating you. And finally, thank you to all of my mentors and coaches from the past five years! Without you, the ideas, the projects, confidence, the pivot, the awards, and finally the execution wouldn’t happen without yall. I’m ready for the next chapter. Bigger missions. Solid relationships. Valuable partnerships. Innovative ideas and projects. And more contracts.

CFS’ VP of Grants Emelie Lucas shares her insights with Enduring Planet on how entrepreneurs can develop successful grant applications! “Founders often waste a lot of time applying for grants that they aren't actually eligible for, so hiring a consultant can be immensely valuable at this stage, even before it comes to writing your application,” highlights Emelie. Collaborate with us if you want to understand your funding ecosystem and apply for grants best aligned with your company! Check out the article below: https://lnkd.in/gRmbVX4w #FederalGrants #ClimateTech #ClimateFinance 

Let's talk about kill fees. Nobody likes spending money on nothing. At the same time, nobody likes working for free. Kill fees are appropriate if a client no longer needs the work, which the writer did in good faith. Another approach is to return the rights to the writer, but this only works in some circumstances. For example, if I write a guide to how to use a product for the product's manufacturer or vendor, then I'm probably not going to be able to sell that to somebody else. If I write a travel guide, then I might be able to, or I might be able to repurpose it for my own uses. Kill fees should be written into the contract if you choose to use them. I do not use kill fees, but they have their place. What I do instead is require a 50% non-refundable deposit. If the client changes their mind, ghosts me, goes out of business, vanishes from the face of the planet, drops dead without a succession plan...then the "kill fee" is already safe in my account. There's less fighting. Charging a deposit is not personal nor does it imply I don't trust you to pay me (although I *have* been ghosted mid project with money still owed). Most people are good and will pay what they owe. But it protects me if something happens without asking for the full amount up front. What do you think on kill fees versus deposits? #FreelancingLife #FreelanceWriter

How to find money part 1 When our clients need some help finding budget the first thing I ask is this: What has senior management said MUST get done this year? At any large company getting a new initiative funded is typically an 18-24 month process or more. Not a good use of time, unless your deal size is enormous. A better approach is to tie into an existing (funded) project. First ask what they are and then have a credible, common sense plan to help them achieve what's already on your client's plate. Everyone wins - senior management, your client (they look like a hero getting things done) and so do you. After that, let's look at step 2 on how to find money.

🚀 Debunking Myths: The Truth About Grant Funding 🚀 Grants are a vital resource for funding projects with public benefits, but misconceptions abound. Our latest blog at Engineered Tax Services clears up three common myths about grant funding that could be holding you back. Read the full exploration here: https://lnkd.in/gNtaZYbC 🌟 Transform your project's potential with the right knowledge. Follow us for more insights into securing and utilizing grant funding effectively. #GrantMyths #FundingOpportunities #PublicBenefitProjects #EngineeredTaxServices

Do You Own a Business Initiative in Need of Financial Support? 💸 Finding the ideal grant can be a time-consuming step in the complex journey to secure funding. However, you don't have to navigate this complicated process alone. Start your journey with Fundfindrs today and relieve the burdens of grant management. Working with us means we'll not only find the perfect grant for your business but also handle the application process. This allows your business to concentrate on its core operations and strategic goals. To learn more about how you can start your successful grant securing journey, click the link to our website: https://fundfindrs.com.au/ #Fundfindrs #FundfindrsAustralia #FundingAustralia #FundingJourney #GrantManagement #GrantApplication #GrantsSuccess #SmallBusiness #MediumBusiness #LargeBusiness #GrantsAustralia #FundingJourney #FundSuccess #BusinessGrowth #FundingOpportunity

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