REAL INSIGHTS
REAL IMPACT

Recent grant applications to the Southern Black Girls and Women’s Consortium’s Black Girls Dream Fund reveal how Black-led nonprofits navigate underfunding, burnout, and pressure to “perform” for funders. AI-generated language and vague, “do-everything” missions are common, but the strongest proposals show clear focus, cultural specificity, and deep, community-rooted expertise.

Storytelling for impact is more than just a nice touch; it's a powerful tool that can help you stand out in a crowded field.

Applying for funding is critical to nonprofit operations, but a few common mistakes can hold organizations back.

Grant applications can be daunting, especially when they have strict character limits. However, consider character limits an opportunity.