intro TO

GRANT

WRITING

Course description


Writing grants is often a critical part of gaining funding for any nonprofit organization's mission. Strategic grant writing aligns the needs of a nonprofit with funding sources, whether foundations, government agencies, corporations, or individuals. This introductory-level course by MindEdge offers a guide to the basics of grant writing. The course explores the relationship between grant writing and an organization's strategy for fundraising. It also outlines the six stages of grant writing and highlights grant writing best practices.


You will receive a downloadable OWL Certificate of Completion upon completion of this course.


 

Key Learning Points


  • Apply your understanding of the grant writing process to case studies covering the six stages
  • Describe how capital grants and endowment grants can be integrated into fundraising efforts



Key Features


Video, Inline Activities, Post-Assessment


Accessibility Standard


WCAG (AA)/ Section 508


Accreditation


0.4 hours, Continuing Education Units (CEU), American Marketing Association (AMA PCM)

0.4 hours, Continuing Education Units (CEU), International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET)

0.4 hours, Professional Development Units (PDU), Certified Fund Raising Executive International (CFRE)

0.4 hours, Continuing Education Units (CEU), Association for Talent Development (ATD)

0.4 hours, Professional Development Units (PDU), HR Certificate Institute (HRCI)

0.4 hours, Professional Development Units (PDU), Project Management Institute (PMI)

0.4 hours, Professional Development Units (PDU), Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)



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COURSE DETAILS

Average Completion Time

4 hours

  • About the Author

    MindEdge is a leading provider of online training for nonprofits, agencies, corporations, and individuals. Their courses combine narrative learning—featuring simulations, real-world scenarios, and case studies—with innovative technology and a commitment to continuous improvement in content and design. Developed by business school faculty, industry professionals, and subject matter experts, MindEdge courses offer professional accreditation, and enhance skills through interactive exercises, mini-cases, and engaging exercises that learners can immediately put into practice.