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The Myth About Competition: How Nonprofits Win More Grants

Athena Williamson

Published on: 06/30/2026

Is competition really the reason nonprofits miss out on grant funding? Or is it the story they tell themselves about it? Discover why shifting your mindset from "Yeah, but..." to "And...how?" can change the way you pursue funding opportunities.

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Why Most Grant Applications Fail

Athena Williamson

Published on: 06/16/2026

If your organization keeps getting rejected, it’s probably not because of your mission. It’s because of how your proposal is positioned. Here’s what funders are actually evaluating (and how to fix it).

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The Myth About Competition: How Nonprofits Win More Grants

Why Most Grant Applications Fail

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