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Balance Sheet Trends
I want to look at several balance sheets and/or balance sheet items over several periods. The resulting report would provide balance sheet trends. I have had to run individual balance sheets for specific periods for various fund groups. I would like to run a balance sheet report that shows comparable balances over a number…
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Are you more "indoorsy" or "outdoorsy"?
New Year, New Badges! Do you consider yourself more of an "indoorsy" or "outdoorsy" person? Is your New Year intention to be more one than the other? Request your preferred badge - or both badges! - and share your favorite activities in the comments below! Request the Indoorsy Badge Request the Outdoorsy Badge ...
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Hello from Bozeman, MT !
My name is Kevin Bristol Vahlbusch and I am joining the Foundant Team as a Client Success Associate. I am based in Bozeman, MT and enjoy trail running, Nordic/alpine skiing, microbrews, and hot tea. I am eager to expand my knowledge of the philanthropic space and contribute to the success of Foundant and the clients who…
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Hello from Dallas!
Hi Everyone! My name is Sydney Murrell and I'm a new Client Success Manager at Foundant Technologies. I am so happy to be joining this team and am looking forward to working with everyone here! I have lived in Texas for 8 years now, but am originally from Florida. My background is in hospitality, tourism, and events, and I…
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Hello from Bozeman
Hi everyone! My name is Abby and I am currently working as an intern here at Foundant. I am from Missoula, MT but now live in Bozeman to attend Montana State, earning a degree in business management. In my free time I like to hike with my dog, spend time with loved ones, work out, knit, and listen to podcasts. I am very…
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Hello from Bozeman!
Hey everyone! My name is Maddi and I am a new Client Services Intern here at Foundant Technologies in Bozeman, MT! I currently live in Bozeman and I have a background in more boots on the ground nonprofit work as I worked at the Gallatin Valley Foodbank here in Bozeman most recently. I enjoy reading, plants, and hanging…
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Podcasts on Philanthropy
Hi there, looking for podcasts on philanthropy - especially those that include community foundations. Last week I listened to a podcast about the brain and how people think about philanthropy. In that discussion was an explanation of the different kinds of ways to give and different organizations: private, public etc. I…
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Arts & Culture Grant Trends for 2021
Hi everyone! I own a grant consulting firm that specializes in working with arts and culture nonprofits. I put together a blog post recently outlining the 4 key grant writing trends I see headed our way in 2021. I thought I'd post it here and see if we can get a discussion going on what YOU see ahead in 2021 as far as…
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Scholarship Renewals during COVID - GPA criteria when there is a pass/not pass system
We have two full-ride scholarships that are renewable. Each semester the students submit their latest transcript to show their grades and cumulative GPA meets the renewal criteria. Due to COVID, some colleges and universities have used (or have an option for the student to select) a pass/not pass (or a…
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East Coast Region
Hi there - I work in Northern Panhandle of West Virginia. What is the region for the East Coast discussion group? Thanks, Debbie😄
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Happy Holidays!
Wherever you are and whatever your plans, we here at Foundant hope this holiday season brings you hope, health and the opportunity to connect with those who bring you joy. It has been a pleasure welcoming you all to our new community this year. Thank you for being part of it! Kara Community Manager
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Seeking Scholarship Officer and VP of Philanthropic Services
Visit the links to view the position. VP of Philanthropic Services and Advancement (https://www.c4npr.org/jobs/vice-president-philanthropic-services-advancement/) Scholarship Officer (https://www.c4npr.org/jobs/scholarship-officer/)
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#TuesdayTip: Explore the Job Board or Post an Opportunity
Will 2021 bring a change for your career? Explore the job board or post an opportunity here!
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#TuesdayTip: Explore the Job Board or Post an Opportunity
Will 2021 bring a change for your career? Explore and post new opportunities here!
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Change in Scholarship Criteria Due to Company Merger
We manage a scholarship fund that benefits children and grandchildren of a company that recently merged and no longer exists as the entity identified in the fund agreement. Additionally, the newly-formed company announced the closure of the main facility, which will significantly narrow the applicant pool if the original…
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Happy Holidays!
Wherever you are and whatever your plans, we here at Foundant hope this holiday season brings you hope, health and the opportunity to connect with those who bring you joy. It has been a pleasure welcoming you all to our new community this year. Thank you for being part of it! Kara Community Manager
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13/1/2020?
We’ve all endured tremendous instability and uncertainty. Blind train track switches being thrown on us. Quick hard left turns. Pea soup fog ahead. There have also been unanticipated blessings fall from the sky. Surprising new ways of accomplishing tasks. New efficiencies. It all affects our mental health. And our outlook.…
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Greetings from Louisville KY
Tammy & Tara, Thanks for getting me set up with this wonderful group. In 2007, I launched a grant writing business Melissa Draut Grant Writing after a career in the newspaper industry as a sales and marketing executive. My strength is building relationships and developing support from private and corporate foundations.…
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Share your favorite grant writing tips and tricks!
Let's create an epic list of tips! Share your tried and true advice here. Specific scenarios and examples are welcome!
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Seeking Strategic Planning Facilitator for new Standards for Gift Planning Success (Cross-Post)
Courtesy post on behalf of Michael Kenyon, President and CEO of the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners in Indiana. CGP has introduced a new set of best practices titled National Standards for Gift Planning Success (NSGPS). We are looking for someone to facilitate strategic work with our board to develop a…
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Seeking Strategic Planning Facilitator for new Standards for Gift Planning Success
Courtesy post on behalf of Michael Kenyon, President and CEO of the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners in Indiana. CGP has introduced a new set of best practices titled National Standards for Gift Planning Success (NSGPS). We are looking for someone to facilitate strategic work with our board to develop a…
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A Sustainable Pace for You AND Your Grant Team
Does anyone else ever feel like they need a reminder about what a "sustainable pace" is and how heroic efforts to get grants done aren't sustainable? I certainly have over the course of my career. Here's my question/food for thought for you. I've decided to completely close our offices for the last week of December to…
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Grantseeking in 2021: Tips and Trends
Hey grant friends! Today on the Foundant webinar I'm joining an incredible lineup of grant professionals from different sectors of the community to talk about what we learned in 2020 and what we expect on the horizon for 2021 in the grant seeking and management fields. This is a great place to ask questions and share…
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Has your foundation or funder sponsored a DEI training? If so, please share details.
Our Foundation launched a DEI competitive funding opportunity in 2020 to focus on four focus areas: Employment, Advocacy, Economic Development and Nonprofit Capacity. Due to a high volume of request for DEI training, we are researching options and opportunities. If your Foundation and/or Funder has sponsored a DEI…
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Welcome Introduction - Hello from Idaho!
Hello Everyone, Exciting to be here among such a terrific group. I love learning and look forward to all the discoveries that other folks have made that can enrich my grant writing experience. My name is Diane Demarest and I live in Boise, Idaho but originally from the East Coast. Boise has been home for over 20 years. I…
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Prospecting for Good-fit Funders
Hello Foundant Community I'll wager that many of you have your funder research approach nailed down and refined to laser precision. And I'll also bet that some of you are just getting that piece of the puzzle into place. Either way, this part of a grant professional's work is critical and continuous. It weighs heavily in…
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Board Members relatives receive monetary scholarships?
Do your Board members relatives or employee's relatives receive monetary scholarships or just honorary scholarships? If so, do the funds have a specific criteria that is straight forward. For example the student of your Board Presidents son is Salutatorian.
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3rd Party Question- Scholarships
I'm in the process of building a branching question around the student Expected Family Contribution (EFC) off the upload of the FAFSA report. When I tried to build the branching rule, I was unable to do so. Does anyone know how to build a branching question from a file upload? Is this even possible to do? Thanks
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bmpconsulting grant development services
bmpconsulting offers a variety of services to assist nonprofit organizations in grant development. Grant Readiness: Grant readiness is your organization’s preparedness to apply for and receive grant funding. At bmpconsulting, we will work with you to determine if you are grant ready or what you need to do to become grant…
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Can you recognize signs of burnout? Is it recoverable?
Can't wait to talk to y'all during and after our presentation on Burnout Thursday, July 23. Be there! Seriously. Burnout is real. And, there are things you can do about it.
