The Grants House Blog

Insights, resources, and stories for grant seekers.

  • Celebrating 5 Years of Service: Unbeatable Summer 2026 Prices and Experience Our Redesigned Website

    Celebrating 5 Years of Service: Unbeatable Summer 2026 Prices and Experience Our Redesigned Website

    Our website http://www.thegrantshouse.com has been redesigned to make your experience easier and more enjoyable. Navigating through our offerings is now smoother, faster, and more intuitive. Alongside this fresh look, we have slashed our prices for the summer of 2026. This is the perfect time to explore what we offer and take advantage of our low,…

  • Big News: The Grants House Training Platform Just Got a Big Upgrade!

    Big News: The Grants House Training Platform Just Got a Big Upgrade!

    We’re pleased to announce that all of our courses have moved to a brand-new education platform – and your grants training is about to get a whole lot better – and budget friendly. Why the move?  Because you asked for it. You wanted instant access, mobile-friendly lessons, and one place to track everything from Pre-Award…

  • Practical, Ethical, and Mission-Aligned AI Training for NGOs

    Practical, Ethical, and Mission-Aligned AI Training for NGOs

    A Partnership between The Ottawa Education Group & The Grants House (visit our Homepage for RSVP details). Intelligence is rapidly entering the workplace, but for international development organizations the real challenge is not the technology itself, it is how it is used. NGOs are navigating serious questions about safeguarding sensitive data, protecting donor confidence, maintaining…

  • A Christmas Carol from The Grants House

    A Christmas Carol from The Grants House

    As we approach the Christmas holidays, I reflect on the magic of the season and the joy of being with family and friends for a bit of a break. But I’m also reminded of those who continue to manage our development projects around the world through the holidays. This blog is dedicated to those committed…

  • Why the Sustainable Development Goals Still Matter in 2025:  A Project Manager’s Compass

    Why the Sustainable Development Goals Still Matter in 2025: A Project Manager’s Compass

    From The Grants House Undergraduate Course on Project Management Listen to our SDG Podcast Deep Dive at: https://www.thegrantshouse.com/ghuniversity Originally adopted by all 193 UN Member States in 2015, the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to eradicate poverty, protect the planet, and promote prosperity for all. But with only five years left, progress has been…

  • 🎯 Budget Smart: What’s a Realistic Grant Request and How to Ask for It

    🎯 Budget Smart: What’s a Realistic Grant Request and How to Ask for It

    So, you’ve found the perfect funding opportunity. Your idea is solid, your mission is aligned, and now it’s time for the big question:  How much should you ask for? If you’re like most applicants, you’ve stared at that budget form for way too long, unsure whether your request is too high, too low, or somehow……

  • 🎙️ What Is Project Management, Really?

    🎙️ What Is Project Management, Really?

    A Straightforward Podcast discussion from The Grants House Undergraduate course series on Project Management in International Development. At The Grants House University, we believe that every successful project initiative begins with a clear understanding of what you’re actually managing. That’s why our latest GH University podcast breaks down the fundamentals of Project Management – no jargon, no…

  • Improve Your Grant Win Ratio by up to 89% with Micro-Services!

    Improve Your Grant Win Ratio by up to 89% with Micro-Services!

    In the competitive landscape of grant proposal development, organizations often face challenges that can seem daunting. Traditional consulting can demand hefty time and financial commitments, leaving many teams overwhelmed. But there is another way! The Grants House presents micro-services – a solution that simplifies the consulting model into manageable, cost-effective, ‘bite-sized’ components. And our clients…

  • Not All New Business Grants Are Good:  Why Saying ‘No’ Can Be Strategic

    Not All New Business Grants Are Good: Why Saying ‘No’ Can Be Strategic

    In the nonprofit world, where funding is competitive and opportunities can be rare, the instinct is to say “yes” to any grant that comes your way. After all, grants keep programs running, staff paid, and impact flowing. But here’s the truth: Not all grants are good grants. Some funding may seem attractive on the surface…

  • What is a Grant Funnel?  From Prospecting to Stewardship

    What is a Grant Funnel? From Prospecting to Stewardship

    In business, the sales funnel helps visualize the customer journey from awareness to purchase to brand loyalty. In the nonprofit world, the same logic applies to grants. We don’t just want to submit proposals, we want to build lasting relationships with funders who invest in our mission over time. The grant funnel provides a strategic…