by Sarah J Benvenuti | May 5, 2021 | Benvenuti Arts
In January 2021, Rosalind Grush joined us for a chat about the reality of grants panels, both from the perspective of someone who has sat on plenty of them, and as someone who has written many grants judged by panels. This month’s blog post is be dedicated...
by Sarah J Benvenuti | Apr 7, 2021 | Benvenuti Arts
Oh hi, there. I’ve found that using the word “budget” is a sure-fire way to have everyone run for the hills. So, while I share some of our favorite templates that make budgeting easier today, I’ll also share pictures of beautiful travel destinations to soften the...
by Sarah J Benvenuti | Mar 3, 2021 | Benvenuti Arts
When we first begin working with clients, many of them are struggling to understand why their grants haven’t been successful. All of our clients are creatives, many of whom write creatively, and so the confusion is compounded: why is my writing effective as a...
by Sarah J Benvenuti | Feb 3, 2021 | Benvenuti Arts
When I’m speaking with new clients, I try to rid myself of some of the jargon and shorthand we use in fundraising. Even so, I am a mere mortal nonprofit fundraiser, and so some always sneak through. One word is “funder.” Whenever I begin to talk about foundations,...
by Sarah J Benvenuti | Jan 6, 2021 | Benvenuti Arts
When you are applying for grants, it can feel a bit like you’re trying to solve a mysterious puzzle without knowing what the final image is supposed to be. Many writers begin to make some false assumptions as they stumble through the dark. Advice & Experience from...
by Sarah J Benvenuti | Dec 15, 2020 | Benvenuti Arts
I am so excited to finally share with you all the new Benvenuti Arts Membership Program! We created this program out of the many conversations I’ve had with independent artists and small companies in the last year. For many, there is a need for assistance with...
