Grant Writing & Nonprofit Support Services
Helping nonprofit directors at every stage—from formation to funding—to achieve their mission with expert administrative and grant writing support.
Understanding Nonprofit Needs
Nonprofit organizations face unique challenges as they establish and grow their operations. Common needs include:
- Obtaining tax-exempt status with the IRS to qualify for nonprofit benefits
- Forming a compliant business entity and establishing a functional board of directors
- Developing essential governance policies such as conflict of interest policies
- Creating realistic budgets and financial plans to ensure sustainability
- Securing funding through grants and donations to support programs and services
Our Comprehensive Support Services
At The Paperwork Store, Inc., we provide tailored administrative and grant writing services designed to meet these nonprofit needs:
- Tax-Exempt Status Application: We guide you through the IRS Form 1023 or 1023-EZ application process to obtain your 501(c)(3) status, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete.
- Business Formation Assistance: We help establish your nonprofit’s legal entity, including filing Articles of Incorporation and registering with state authorities.
- Board of Directors Formation: We assist in structuring your board, defining roles, and creating bylaws to ensure effective governance.
- Policy Development: We help draft key policies such as conflict of interest, whistleblower, and document retention policies to maintain compliance and transparency.
- Budget and Financial Planning: We work with you to develop realistic budgets and financial projections that align with your mission and operational goals.
- Grant Writing Services: Once your nonprofit is established, we craft compelling grant proposals tailored to funders’ requirements, increasing your chances of securing funding.
- Funding Strategy and Support: We help identify potential grant opportunities, prepare application materials, and manage deadlines to keep your funding efforts on track.
The Grant Writing Process
Our grant writing services follow a structured process to maximize your nonprofit’s funding potential:
- Needs Assessment: We work with you to understand your organization’s mission, programs, and funding needs.
- Research: We identify suitable grant opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and other sources aligned with your goals.
- Proposal Development: We draft clear, persuasive proposals including narratives, budgets, and supporting documents tailored to each funder’s guidelines.
- Review and Revision: We collaborate with your team to refine proposals, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Submission and Follow-Up: We assist with timely submission and track application status, providing support for any follow-up requests.
- Reporting Support: After funding is received, we help prepare required reports to maintain good standing with funders.
Why Choose The Paperwork Store?
Our expertise and personalized approach make us a trusted partner for nonprofits:
- Experienced professionals familiar with nonprofit regulations and IRS requirements
- Comprehensive support from formation through funding and beyond
- Customized services tailored to your organization’s unique mission and stage
- Commitment to helping you build a sustainable, compliant, and well-funded nonprofit
- Ongoing guidance to adapt to changing funding landscapes and compliance standards
