Grant Management for Nonprofits: Administration & Compliance

About this course

“This course contains the use of artificial intelligence.” Successfully managing grants is critical for nonprofit sustainability, yet many organizations struggle with compliance requirements that can jeopardize funding and future opportunities. This comprehensive course equips nonprofit staff with the essential knowledge and practical skills to administer grants confidently from award through closeout.Learn to navigate the complex world of grant compliance, including federal Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200), foundation requirements, and corporate grant expectations. You'll master financial management techniques including budget monitoring, cost allocation, and allowable expense determination that keep your organization compliant and funders satisfied.Discover proven systems for documentation and record-keeping that satisfy auditors and protect your organization during monitoring visits. You'll understand procurement procedures, vendor management, and competitive bidding requirements that meet federal standards while getting the best value for your grant dollars.Master personnel administration for grant-funded positions, including effort reporting, time tracking, and proper cost allocation across multiple funding sources. Learn to manage subawards effectively, ensuring partner organizations meet compliance requirements while achieving program goals.Prepare for audits with confidence using systematic approaches to compliance monitoring and risk management. You'll create audit-ready documentation and respond professionally to findings, turning audits into opportunities for organizational improvement.Navigate special requirements including lobbying restrictions, drug-free workplace policies, civil rights compliance, and data security obligations. Understand when and how to request budget modifications, no-cost extensions, and scope changes that keep projects on track.By course completion, you'll have implemented practical systems for your current grants, created compreh