Turning a Declined Grant Into Future Funding: Rebuilding Proposals with Intention
Grant denials are inevitable, even for strong organizations. What differentiates successful nonprofits is not whether they are declined, but how they respond. At RayZo, we view declined proposals as diagnostic tools that reveal opportunities for improvement and long-term growth ...
Strengthening Small Businesses in Elizabeth through Training, Tools, and Cultural Connection
RayZo was recently contracted by the City of Elizabeth’s Neighborhood Preservation Program (NPP) to support economic growth and long-term sustainability for small businesses across the city, with a focus on the vibrant Colombian District. These businesses are not only ...
The Super Bowl of Golf and Beyond: NFL Alumni’s Mission in Motion
Zoraya E. Lee-Hamlin, President & CEO of RayZo, Inc., serves on the Board of Directors of the NFL Alumni. At the recent NFL Alumni Annual Meeting, the Board and Chapter Presidents came together to strengthen policy and expand programs ...
The Future of Grants Management: Trends and Innovations
Automations, Data-Analytics and AI Will Change How We Manage Grants Grants management is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advances and the need for greater efficiency in the nonprofit sector. Traditional manual processes are being transformed through automation, artificial ...
Trends in Digital Fundraising: What’s Next for Nonprofits?
Amplifying Your Story In New Ways The digital fundraising landscape is rapidly evolving, offering nonprofits new ways to engage donors, raise funds, and increase their impact. As technology advances and donor behaviors shift, nonprofits must adapt to stay ...
Hyperlocal Funding with Community Foundations
Community Foundations: A Hyperlocal Approach to Funding Nonprofits How Nonprofits Can Build Lasting Relationships for Local Impact Community foundations are unique funders dedicated to supporting local causes and addressing the specific needs of the communities they serve. They pool ...
