Without a solid plan, even a successful grant award can become a financial & admin burden. The goal isn't just to win funding. It's to manage it successfully. Read Dollars, Deadlines, & Deliverables: The Power of Grant Management- loom.ly/i1y-IE0
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Through the federal E-rate program, eligible schools can receive discounts of up to 90% on internet services & select equipment. Grant Consulting Services' experienced team is here to help your school:
grantconsultingservices.com/…
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🎓 Montessori Leaders: Is Grant Funding Worth Your Time?
📅 Thursday, December 17
⏰ 1:30–2:30 PM EST
💻 Virtual | FREE to attend!
👉 Register today & discover practical grant strategies that work: events.leadconnectorhq.com/e…
#MontessoriThrive #GrantFunding #MontessoriLeadership
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This Veterans Day, Grant Consulting Services extends our heartfelt gratitude to the brave men and women who have served our country.
Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice have made a lasting impact on our communities and our nation.
Before you apply for a grant, make sure you’re actually grant-ready.
Because a rushed application doesn’t just waste time—it can hurt your credibility with funders.
Grants reward preparation—not panic. Build the foundation first, then apply with confidence.
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When it comes to grant funding, does impact matter more than numbers? Sometimes, serving fewer people can create a greater impact. But how do you demonstrate that value when funders are focused on measurable outcomes? Listen to Ep 9 of the McGrants Pod: loom.ly/Y6wIHgI
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If you missed this popular episode over the summer, now is a great time to give it a listen! 🎧grantconsultingservices.com/…
🎙️ Catch up on Episode 14 of McGrants today.
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From navigating the application process & completing required forms to maintaining compliance, responding to audits, & managing post-award requirements, our experienced team is here to help your school maximize E-rate funding & meet its tech needs. loom.ly/0SsvU5M
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If you missed Episode 14 of McGrants over the summer, now is the perfect time to catch up on this popular episode! 🎧 We talk about navigating uncertainty in the grants world, shifting funding opportunities, & more!
Listen here: grantconsultingservices.com/…
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Another McGrants throwback, this time to one of our most popular episodes! 🎧 If you missed this one, give it a listen here: loom.ly/yrrZ-NQ
Don’t forget to tune in later this month when we’ll share a new episode with our insights & takeaways from the grant conference!
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Don't forget, Valerie will be speaking at GrantSummit this week! Hosted by the Grant Professionals Association, GrantSummit brings together more than 1,300 grant pros for learning, connection, & fresh ideas.
📍 San Antonio, Texas, 📅 November 4–7
Let us know if we will see you!
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🎃 Happy Halloween from Grant Consulting Services!
Grant writing can have its scary moments, but finding the right guidance and support shouldn’t be one of them.
Wishing our clients, partners, colleagues, and the nonprofit community a safe and happy Halloween! 👻
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There’s nothing better than seeing where a conversation & the right support can lead. We’re so grateful to Courtney Oliphant, GPC, Co-founder & CEO of Coastal Nonprofit Consulting, for sharing these kind words about Valerie’s mentorship. Thank you & congrats!
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Who actually owns the grant?
Clear communication from the start creates shared ownership, better implementation, and fewer surprises when it’s time to report. Listen to the full McGrants episode wherever you get your podcasts.
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We’re throwing it back to when we started with Episode 1: Drive-Thru Readiness: Is Your Organization Grant-Ready? We’re at the grant conference next week, & later in November, we’ll share a new episode with some of our biggest takeaways. Episode 1 here: grantconsultingservices.com/…
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Connections Matter! People who know and understand your mission can be the sole reason your funding request receives a yes or no. Check out our latest Tuesday Tip!
#ConnectionsMatter #TuesdayTip #Grantconsultingservices
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We’re proud to share that Valerie has renewed her certification as a GPA Approved Trainer! Valerie is part of a pretty small group. There are fewer than 50 GPA Approved Trainers worldwide!
Congratulations, Valerie!
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Laura is an experienced grant writer & project manager who helps nonprofits, educational institutions, & community orgs turn missions into compelling proposals. Her work spans education, culture, health, social services, environmental, & conservation.
We’re so glad to have her!
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Some of the most valuable lessons in grant work come with experience... and maybe a few gray hairs along the way.
🎧 Listen to Episode 27 of McGrants for the full conversation!
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Getting through the E-Rate application is only part of the process. What happens after you submit Form 471?
Read the full blog for a practical breakdown of what happens next and what you need to know to successfully complete the E-Rate cycle. loom.ly/mLovTJ4
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