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Ethical Fundraising: Principles and Practices for Nonprofits
Morgan Carpenter Morgan Carpenter

Ethical Fundraising: Principles and Practices for Nonprofits

Ethical fundraising is a cornerstone for any nonprofit that not only ensures legal compliance and promotes public trust, but also solidifies the foundation for sustainable relationships with donors. It transcends simple adherence to the letter of the law and embodies the principles of honesty, transparency, respect, and responsibility towards donors and the mission at large. Here’s a breakdown of these principles and practical ways nonprofits can integrate them into their fundraising practices.

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Should You Pay a Grant Writer a Percentage of the Grant?
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Should You Pay a Grant Writer a Percentage of the Grant?

Hiring a grant writer can feel like a big investment, especially when your nonprofit is operating with limited staff capacity and an already-stretched budget. It’s understandable that commission-based or contingency-based payment can sound appealing at first: pay the grant writer only if the funding comes through.

The problem is that grant funding doesn’t work like sales. A strong proposal matters, but grant awards are not won by writing skill alone. Funders also consider their own priorities, organizational readiness, program fit, budget clarity, available funding, geography, timing, competition, and many other factors outside the grant writer’s control.

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Navigating Ethical Challenges in Grant Writing
Morgan Carpenter Morgan Carpenter

Navigating Ethical Challenges in Grant Writing

In the complex world of nonprofit management, ethical considerations are not just a cornerstone of success, but a fundamental necessity. This first post in our series on Grant Writing Ethics explores the critical importance of maintaining integrity, transparency, and honesty throughout the grant writing process.

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