Tuesday, June 15, 2010

After the Grant: The Nonprofit's Guide to Good Stewardship

Since I have been preaching the importance of writing a thank you letter to foundation funders, even after rejection, I'm excited to share this new Grant Savvy Book with you!

After the Grant: The Nonprofit's Guide to Good Stewardship was released by the Foundation Center this spring and is filled with instructions, how-to's and case studies for winning grants projects. According to the Foundation Center, "After the Grant is the only book of its kind written on the topic of what should happen after a grant is awarded".

There is a library's worth of books about the grant proposal process, but many often end before the stewardship pieces are discussed and few books include any stewardship guidance for readers. Getting the "yes" is really just the beginning of a relationship with a funder. You've courted, made your move and now the real committment begins. Don't ever overlook the importance of good stewardship with grant funders, government or otherwise. There is always a way to say thank you and to keep funders updated about the work you are able to do with their support--now  more than ever this can impact your chances for funding.

Add After the Grant: The Nonprofit's Guide to Good Stewardship to your bookshelf today and build your strategy to keep funders around for years to come!

~Cheers!

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