Funding the Mission: A Nonprofit's Guide to Government Contracting

Grants and government contracts run on different rules. This guide walks your nonprofit through the shift from grant-seeking to competitive bidding, step by step.

Inside, you'll find:

• The real differences between a grant and a contract, and why they change how you plan and price
• How to register in SAM.gov and close the eligibility gap before you bid
• Federal cost principles under FAR Subpart 31.7, explained in plain terms
• A deep dive into SLED contracting: state, local, education, and district opportunities, including cooperative purchasing and state-level certifications
• What changes the day you win, from reporting schedules to audit readiness
• Fillable worksheets to track opportunities, log contacts, and build your own compliance file

Built for program and finance staff who are new to competitive contracting, not just grants.

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