Why I Don’t Write Grants on Commission (And Neither Should You)

Why I Don’t Write Grants on Commission (And Neither Should You)

Why I Don’t Write Grants on Commission (And Neither Should You)Willie Finklin, CFRE, The Grant GOAT
Published on: 18/05/2025

Discover why writing grants on commission is not only unethical but also risky for both nonprofits and grant writers. Learn the right way to pay for grant services.

Fundraising StrategiesGrant WritingNonprofit Best PracticesEthical Fundraising
The Nonprofit Identity Crisis: Stop Running Your Organization Like a Hustle

The Nonprofit Identity Crisis: Stop Running Your Organization Like a Hustle

The Nonprofit Identity Crisis: Stop Running Your Organization Like a HustleWillie Finklin, CFRE, The Grant GOAT
Published on: 16/05/2025

You didn’t start your nonprofit to chase your tail. You started it to create impact. But somewhere along the way, the boundaries blurred. The mission turned into a constant hustle. And now, it’s hard to tell where your life ends and your organization begins.

Nonprofit SuccessNonprofit Management and Leadership
How Much Should You Pay a Grant Writer? Breaking Down the Real Costs

How Much Should You Pay a Grant Writer? Breaking Down the Real Costs

How Much Should You Pay a Grant Writer? Breaking Down the Real CostsWillie Finklin, CFRE, The Grant GOAT
Published on: 16/05/2025

You’ve got a powerful mission, a program ready to launch, and a list of potential grants. But here’s the question that stops many nonprofit founders in their tracks: “How much does it actually cost to hire a grant writer?"

Nonprofit SuccessNonprofit Management and LeadershipGrant Writing and Proposal Development
The Burnout Trap: Why Nonprofit Founders Need Boundaries, Not Just Passion

The Burnout Trap: Why Nonprofit Founders Need Boundaries, Not Just Passion

The Burnout Trap: Why Nonprofit Founders Need Boundaries, Not Just PassionWillie Finklin, CFRE, The Grant GOAT
Published on: 09/05/2025

When you started your nonprofit, you were driven by purpose. You saw a gap, a need, a crisis—and you decided you wouldn’t wait for someone else to fix it.

Nonprofit SuccessNonprofit Management and Leadership