Are you “Grant Ready”?

Grant readiness describes whether a nonprofit organization is prepared to successfully apply for, receive, and manage a new grant. Just because you want it; just because you need it - are not valid reasons in the eyes of a grant funder. Grants are typically awarded by institutions that routinely asses applicant organizations’ ability to execute their stated objectives most efficiently. A funder will evaluate your organization’s track record, impact, governance, and financial stability. Most funders like to build a relationship with the organizations that they allocate their resources to; especially when giving larger sums. Being grant ready means a nonprofit has the administrative, governance, financial, leadership, and programmatic know-how to win and deliver on grant-funded projects. The funders have the same goals you do - they just need to know you’re the best vehicle to implement their vision of change in the world. A good grant-writer can you help you assess your organization’s “grant readiness” and help you align with the best funding opportunities for your needs and organizational capacity!