Missions to Movements Navigating the Federal Grant Freeze: What To Know & How To Adapt with DeaRonda Harrison
Last week’s federal grant freeze sent shockwaves through the nonprofit sector, and you may be wondering, what is the impact as it relates to funding and future sustainability?
DeaRonda Harrison, CEO of June First Firm, is here to break down what this means for grant-funded nonprofits. DeaRhonda shares her expertise on federal and private grants, explaining the ripple effects of the freeze, the confusion surrounding the government’s response, and how organizations can adapt in times of funding uncertainty.
She also shares a crucial grant writing tip that will help you improve your chances of securing future funding.
If you’re wondering what steps to take next, DeaRonda shares where to find reliable grant research resources like the Foundation Directory, how to adjust your grant applications, and why proactive fundraising strategies (like strengthening donor relationships and recurring giving programs!) are more important than ever.
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Connect with DeaRonda on LinkedIn and her website and subscribe to her newsletter for more resources.
DeaRonda’s go-to grant-writing resources include the Foundation Directory, Instrumentl, GrantStation (free if you’re part of the Grant Professionals Association), GuideStar, and Cause IQ.
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