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  • What’s Unique about Federal Grant Project Budgets?
    You may feel confident creating project budgets for foundations and corporations, but have you ever tried your hand at a federal grant project budget? Grant projects funded by the federal government are held to a high standard of transparency and accountability. Project budgeting for federal grants can be complex, with strict regulations, compliance standards, and detailed reporting requirements. In this blog post, we share insights to help you level up on federal grant budgets. …
  • Federal Grants: 4 Elements of a Winning Work Plan
    Do you ever find that you or your team are struggling to stay on track with goals? Or getting lost in the complexities of a project? Well, look no further than a well-crafted work plan, something we teach clients how to create for federal grants and nonprofit work in general. In this blog post, we dive into the four essential elements of a winning work plan. …
  • Federal Grant Proposals: Crafting a Compelling Needs Statement
    In a previous post, we introduced you to the art of writing government proposals, one of our specialties here at Lydia Sierra Consulting. Over the next few months, we’re going deeper into this topic, sharing proven methods from our grant writing team, who spent the past year developing an online course for organizations seeking federal grant opportunities. To kick this off, we’re starting with the importance of writing a powerful needs statement. …
  • Five Ways to Navigate the Holidays with Grace
    The holiday season is often touted as a time of joy and celebration, but it can bring about a range of difficult emotions. The pressure to spend money, attend holiday parties, and maintain a cheerful facade can lead to guilt and increased stress levels. On top of that, the emphasis on family can amplify the absence of loved ones or magnify complicated relationships, stirring up feelings of grief. …
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