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Blog Series on Fundraising
Explore the heart of fundraising (Intro)
Explore the heart of fundraising (Intro)
Fundraising Ideas to Build Sustainable Impact from the Ground Up
Part I - Fundraising with Purpose: The Theory of Change
Part I - Fundraising with Purpose: The Theory of Change
🌱 The Power of a Theory of Change: Your Fundraising Compass
Part II - Strategic Planning
Part II - Strategic Planning
Part III: Positioning — Standing Out in a Crowded Space
Part III: Positioning — Standing Out in a Crowded Space
The Heart of Fundraising Series – Building Sustainable Impact from the Ground Up
Part IV Nonprofit and Small Business Marketing
Part IV Nonprofit and Small Business Marketing
The Heart of Fundraising Series – Building Sustainable Impact from the Ground Up
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Download the grant rework checklist
Download the grant rework checklist
Get grant budget checklist on sunstateconsult website
Get grant budget checklist on sunstateconsult website
Download grant readiness checklist
Download grant readiness checklist
Download unrestricted funding guide
Download unrestricted funding guide
Download microgrant planning checklist
Download microgrant planning checklist
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Access our November 2025 Newsletter
Access our November 2025 Newsletter
Check out this US Letter designed by Cecilia Masters.
Explore Our October 2025 Newsletter
Explore Our October 2025 Newsletter
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Nonprofit Start-Up Toolkit - Part I
Nonprofit Start-Up Toolkit - Part I
Launch your nonprofit with confidence using the Nonprofit Startup Toolkit: Part I , a beautifully designed, comprehensive guide created for new and aspiring nonprofit founders. Whether you’re building a grassroots initiative, a community program, or a full 501(c)(3), this toolkit walks you step-by-step through everything you need to get legally established, funded, and operational. This all-in-one resource includes: ✔ Founding Documents You Can Use Immediately ✔ State & Federal Nonprofit Registration Guide ✔ Budget Tools for Starting Strong ✔ Leadership Tools for New Boards ✔ Designed for Small & Underserved Organizations Whether you are applying for grants, setting up your systems, or building a reliable board, this toolkit gives you the clarity and confidence you need to launch the right way.
Explore grant review and editing services
Explore grant review and editing services
Need a second set of expert eyes on your grant proposal? Our Grant Review & Edit service provides detailed, professional feedback and targeted revisions to help you submit a clear, compelling, and competitive application. Please follow instructions on the Welcome Packet for Sun State Studio. You’ll get your initial revised version within 1 business day , and we include up to one additional rounds of edits to make sure your proposal is strong and submission-ready.
Download the Story-Driven Proposal Template [PDF]
Download the Story-Driven Proposal Template [PDF]
Craft compelling grant proposals that connect with reviewers on a deeper level. This fillable PDF template guides you through writing a narrative-driven proposal that highlights your mission, impact, and community story—all while staying aligned with funder requirements. 💡 What’s Inside: Step-by-step prompts for each major section (Need, Goals, Methods, Evaluation, Budget Justification) Tips for integrating storytelling elements like character, conflict, and transformation Space to draft and revise directly in the document Designed to help you stand out in both government and foundation grant applications Whether you're a first-time applicant or reworking an existing draft, this template will help you bring clarity, heart, and strategy to your proposal. 📥 Delivered instantly upon purchase. Fillable and reusable.
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Your Partner in Grants, Strategy, and Sustainable Impact
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Explore the Sun State Insider
Your Partner in Grants, Strategy, and Sustainable Impact
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