Startups

Dec 6, 2025

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13 min read

New grant, who dis?

A new 50-page RFP just hit your inbox ...it’s due in 3 weeks...are you doing this?

Melanie Das

Startups

Why Your Grant Was Rejected and How to Actually Fix It Next Time

Nov 18, 2025

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6 min read

Why Your Grant Was Rejected and How to Actually Fix It Next Time

If your reviewer comments made you question your entire life, welcome friend. This guide will make everything make sense again.

Melanie Das

Startups

Aug 7, 2025

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5 min read

Crack the Code on “Innovation” Grants

What “innovation” really means to funders...and a free tool to help you prove it.

Melanie Das

Startups

Think You’re Not Innovative? Think Again.

Aug 4, 2025

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8 min read

Think You’re Not Innovative? Think Again.

How to find (and frame) the innovation in your grant proposal (even if you're not inventing the internet).

Melanie Das

Startups

This One Move Could Get Your Project Funded Faster

Jul 8, 2025

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7 min read

This One Move Could Get Your Project Funded Faster

All about fiscal sponsorships. Plus, a tool to help you find the best sponsor!

Melanie Das

Startups

Why Fiscal Sponsorships Might Be Your Secret Weapon to Winning More Grants

Jul 5, 2025

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7 min read

Why Fiscal Sponsorships Might Be Your Secret Weapon to Winning More Grants

Whether you're a startup biotech, a growing nonprofit, or a research team with an idea, fiscal sponsorships can help you acquire funding faster while expanding your impact.

Melanie Das

Startups

New grant, who dis?

Why Your Grant Was Rejected and How to Actually Fix It Next Time

Crack the Code on “Innovation” Grants

Think You’re Not Innovative? Think Again.

This One Move Could Get Your Project Funded Faster

Why Fiscal Sponsorships Might Be Your Secret Weapon to Winning More Grants

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