Certificate of Grant Research and Outcomes: From Discovery to Impact

Overview

Strengthen your grant-seeking success from start to finish. Learn how to define, measure, and write outcomes that demonstrate the real impact of your programs. This hands-on, two-part series equips nonprofit staff with the tools to research the right funding opportunities and translate activities into clear, funder-ready outcomes, giving your organization a competitive edge in securing grants. Through exercises and practical examples, you’ll leave confident in your ability to write outcomes that tell your story with clarity and credibility. 

Key Activities

• Translating program activities into measurable (SMART) outcomes that funders understand and value. 
• Reviewing and analyzing funder guidelines to align outcomes with their priorities. 
• Drafting, revising, and peer-reviewing outcome statements for your nonprofit’s programs to build confidence and clarity. 

Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Research and identify grant opportunities that align with your organization’s mission and programs.  
• Align outcomes with funder priorities and expectations.
• Use outcomes to strengthen grant applications and program reporting.