We are proud to partner with our clients to achieve these wins!
A Moment of Magic ScanSource Charitable Foundation
Amani Women Center Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, Catherine D. Harvey
Children’s Hunger Alliance Huntington Bank Foundation
Esperanza United Family Violence Prevention and Services Discretionary Grant Continuing Application HHS NCC 90EVO525
Family Crisis Center of WDCC Criminal Justice Coordinating Council -FY 22-23 Byrne State Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP) Behavioral Health Deflection grant
Leap Year Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta – Neighborhood Fund Inspire Brands SPARK grant
Mosaic Tull Foundation
National Domestic Worker’s Alliance James Irvine Foundation, General Service Foundation, Meadow Fund, From Now on Fund, Pop Culture Collaborative from Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors
RIC’s collaborative model centers care and efficiency. Work with us and let us take grants off your plate!
Federal Landscape Changes
Our community is reeling from the changes in the federal landscape. They have been more swift and severe than ever before. We’re hearing from many nonprofit leaders that they are whiplashed. They have had to pivot to reviewing plans, revising budgets, and changing materials – all of which are a distraction that pulls precious time and resources.
Here’s what we expect to happen:
We’re keeping an eye on Congress’s budget reconciliation process. It will be telling in terms of how funding will be cut and shifted to align with the Trump administration’s priorities.
We expect more federal agencies to terminate positions, which will likely dirsupt and delay response times.
We’ll probably receive new guidance on language, terminology, compliance, and priorities. Federal agencies may request applicants to revise proposals that were submitted earlier this year.
We hope that funding opportunities will be released or re-posted this spring.
Here’s what you can do, inspired by some of our clients’ leaders:
Continue conversations with your board and staff about how to adjust.
Listen deeply and show up for each other. Many people are feeling anxious and attacked, and expressing concern and support is vital.
Consider how you can tell your story differently. Your mission and focus may not change, but how can you situate your nonprofit’s story adapt to this radical new context?
Review budget projections and adjust to new scenarios.
Diversify your funding and look for ways to sustain operations through lines of credit, early drawdowns, and reserves.
Remember that successful fundraising hinges on relationships. Pick up the phone, go to meetings, share updates, and be in community.
Continue to contact elected officials and let them know the impacts on your nonprofit and the people you serve.
We will get through this difficult time together. RIC is here for you!
Follow us on LinkedIn to get the most timely updates between our monthly newsletters. We’re also adapting our Office Hours topics to address new developments.
Key Takeaways from CCI meeting
Our friends at the Center for Civic Innovation hosted a meeting in February to discuss how the nonprofit sector and philanthropy can respond to the federal changes. Some of the key takeaways were:
The time for change is now. We have been advocating for change for decades, and now the crisis is upon us.
We need to approach philanthropy as coalitions and not work in silos.
There are many misconceptions about 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and we need to work together and be loud about what our sector does to help people and communities.
Funders were urged to think about how they can support the sector both privately and publicly.
March Office Hours: Forming Partnerships with Funders
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Struggling to build lasting relationships with funders? Learn how to move beyond one-time grants to long-term partnerships.
Unlock insider strategies for engaging funders in meaningful ways that increase your chances of sustained support.
Get your questions answered in real time! Our experts will guide you through best practices for collaboration and trust-building.
Perfect for nonprofits, grant writers, and fundraising professionals looking to strengthen their funding network.
Join our next Office Hours event on March 28, 2025 @ 12:00-12:55 PM ET as we host an engaging discussion on Forming Partnerships with Funders.
Resurgens Impact Consulting will continue to dive into grant topics that are relevant and helpful to you and your organization.
Don’t miss this opportunity to bring your questions and gain actionable insights!
