Google Grant Programs for Not-For-Profit Charities: What You Need to Know

Google has long been a friend to the charitable sector, providing financial and technological support through its Google Grant Programs. Designed to help registered not-for-profit charities (NFPs) increase their visibility and impact, Google Grants offer free advertising credits worth up to $10,000 per month on Google AdWords. But with increased competition for these coveted spots, it's more important than ever for NFPs to understand how to make the most of their Google Grant Awards. In this article, we'll explore the basics of Google Grant eligibility and give you tips on how to maximize your grant budget for maximum impact.

Things You Should Know:

Google Grant Program Overview: The Google Grant Program is a competitive program that awards free advertising credits on Google AdWords to registered not-for-profit charities. To be eligible, NFPs must have a current Google for Nonprofits account and must meet all program guidelines. Google Grants are available in over 40 countries around the world.

Google Grants Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for a Google Grant, your NFP must:

• Be registered and based in one of the countries where Google Grants are available
• Have a current Google for Nonprofits account
• Hold valid charity status
• Have a live website that contains substantial content
• Be sure to agree to Google's certifications regarding nondiscrimination (it's a requirement)

How to Maximize Your Google Grant Award: Once you've been awarded a Google Grant, there are a few key things you can do to make the most of your advertising budget.

- Target your keywords carefully: Google Grants allow you to bid on up to 20% of the average monthly searches for your selected keywords, so it's important to choose keywords that are relevant to your charity and have a high search volume.

- Write effective ad copy: Your Google Grant ads should be clear, concise, and persuasive. Make sure to include a call to action and take advantage of Google's ad extensions to improve your click-through rate.

- Monitor your results: Google Grants give you access to detailed reporting tools so you can track your progress and adjust your campaigns as needed. By monitoring your results, you'll be able to fine-tune your Google Grant campaigns for maximum impact.

Google Grants can be a great way to increase your NFP's visibility and reach, but only if they're managed correctly.

Making the most of your Google Grant Award and achieving your charitable goals is critical. One of the biggest mistakes we see is when charities try to manage their campaigns themselves. The typical missteps are:

• Underutilization of charitable dollars
• Missed opportunities to expand campaigns
• Low-Quality Scores

All of these can be easily remedied with the help of an experienced Google Ads professional. If you're not sure where to start, we can help. Our team at Google Grant Pros has years of experience managing Google Grants for NFPs, and we know what it takes to get results.

Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you make the most of your Google Grant.

Terry Rajaram

Terry’s cauldron of knowledge in the digital world is the result of a background in advertising, graphic design, web and multimedia development… 25 years in this business.