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AmeriCorps grants now run on statutory deadlines. See where the $1.25 billion goes, which door you apply through, and how to time the next cycle.
Public Funding in 2026: How Nonprofits & Small Businesses Can Navigate Grants, Contracts, and the New SBIR/STTR Rules
The landscape of public capital has undergone a seismic shift as we move through 2026. Following the historic 195-day lapse in SBIR/STTR authorization that ended in April, the federal government has introduced a more rigorous,
Public Funding in 2026: Grants, Government Contracts, and the Tools Winning Organizations Actually Use
As of July 2026, the public funding landscape has shifted from a period of rapid expansion to one of high-stakes execution. With over $180 billion in Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) funding authority nearing
How to Find Foundation Grants: Follow the Payout Surge
How to find foundation grants when demand is up and most payouts stay flat: screen funders by payout behavior and target the ones actually expanding.
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CDFI Grants: Where the Money Actually Goes
CDFI grants flow from the Treasury's CDFI Fund to certified lenders, not directly to most borrowers. Here is where FY2026 dollars actually land.
Grant Writing Certification: Certificate vs. Credential
Grant writing certification means two things: a certificate of completion or the GPC credential. Here's how to tell which one you need.
Public Funding Explained in Under 3 Minutes: Grants vs. Government Contracts
Accessing public capital is no longer a matter of luck; it is a matter of infrastructure. Whether you are a scaling startup or a mission-driven nonprofit, the $1
Notice of Funding Opportunity: Read It to Win
A notice of funding opportunity hides eligibility and scoring in two sections most applicants skim. Here's how to read a NOFO to win.
Grant Reporting Requirements: Don’t Lose the Money
Grant reporting requirements are deadline-driven: miss one and you risk withheld payments or clawbacks. Here's what's due and what's changing.
Mastering Government Grants: A Strategic Infrastructure for Nonprofits and Small Businesses
Public capital is the bedrock of community impact. In 2026, the landscape of government grants has shifted from manual outreach to high-velocity, data-driven discovery. For nonprofits and small
Capacity Building Grants for Nonprofits: 3 Money Types
Capacity building grants for nonprofits split into three types: project grants, operating support, and technical assistance—each funded differently.
EDA Grants: What the Reorganization Just Changed
EDA grants kept their funding this year, but a new disaster office and reset distress rules change who qualifies and where the money goes.
Unlocking Public Capital: A Strategic Framework for Nonprofit and Small Business Funding
Public capital is the foundation of community development and social innovation. In 2026, the landscape for government grants and funding has shifted from a "bonus" revenue stream to