Why So Many Nonprofits Struggle with Grant Writing—And How Granted Guide Can Help

 By Laura Chynoweth, CEO of Granted

If you work in the nonprofit world, chances are you’ve written a grant, inherited a grant writing responsibility you weren’t fully trained for, or stared at an empty application form wondering how you’re going to find the time—or the right words—to submit something competitive.

You're not alone. For small to mid-sized nonprofits, grant writing is one of the most critical functions for funding…and also one of the most overwhelming.

The Reality Nonprofits Face

Most nonprofits operate with lean teams. Program coordinators, development directors, and even executive directors are often juggling multiple roles. Grant writing gets squeezed in between meetings, reports, and community outreach—and let’s be honest, it doesn’t always get the attention it deserves.

Many organizations recognize they need help. But full-service consulting can be out of reach due to:

• Limited budgets
  
  
• Lack of staff capacity
  
  
• No time to engage in a lengthy back-and-forth process with a consultant
  
  

And while AI tools might sound tempting, they simply don’t provide the strategic, nuanced writing needed to win competitive funding. Funders are looking for tailored, mission-aligned, outcomes-driven proposals—something that can’t be automated or pulled from a template.

Enter: Granted Guide

Launching May 19, Granted Guide is an online, subscription-based resource that gives nonprofits affordable, flexible access to high-quality grant support—without needing to hire a consultant or full-time grant writer.

What Problems Does Granted Guide Solve?

✅ Lack of Time:
Work on grants when it fits your schedule with on-demand access to tools, templates, and training modules.

✅ Lack of Grant Writing Experience:
Whether you’re just learning the ropes or brushing up your skills, our resources are built for busy professionals with no time to waste.

✅ Limited Budget for Outside Help:
We’ve taken the expertise from seasoned grant consultants and packaged it into an affordable monthly subscription—complete with live support sessions.

✅ No Access to Reliable Resources:
You don’t have to dig through outdated blog posts or rely on AI-generated content. Get fresh, curated content updated monthly, written by real experts.

Why It Matters

It’s no secret that nonprofit funding is competitive. Your mission deserves the same caliber of grant applications as organizations with in-house writers or large budgets. Granted Guide helps level the playing field by giving small nonprofits access to:

• Real-time support from a team of grant professionals
  
  
• A continually updated collection of high-quality templates, videos, and other instructional materials
  
  
• Dynamic grants instruction that fits into your busy schedule
  
  

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone

If you’ve been trying to “DIY” your grant writing with limited resources and even less time, Granted Guide was made for you. You’ll get expert help—on your terms and your timeline.

Because writing winning grants shouldn’t be a luxury. It should be accessible, practical, and empowering.

👉 Pre-register now to get early-bird pricing on the subscription, launching May 19.