One of the things I love about freelance grant writing is that I can keep my head down and focus on bringing in grant funding for my clients. I don’t have to worry about donors or events—I am one clearly defined cog in the development wheel.
But, there is some overlap, and grant writers can support other types of fundraising.
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One of my clients has a large gala every year. It is their biggest fundraising event, and they count on it to bring in 20% of their annual budget. Last year, I wrote several product and sponsorship grants for the event and effectively reduced the cost of the event with the grant awards. Here are a few of the products covered by grants:
- Attendee Gift Bags
- Vacation (Silent Auction)
- Wine and Liquor
- Professional Sports Memorabilia (Silent Auction)
I don’t know the final value of the product grants, but they were sizable and equivalent to a few decent-sized monetary grants.
When you plan your grant strategy, consider including a few non-traditional product or event sponsorship grants. They are often less competitive and can add considerable value to your organization.
Until next time,
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