9/18/2026
How to Weave Grants Into Your Capital Campaign: 7 Steps
Capital campaigns run on more than major gifts. Capital Campaign Pro's 2026 benchmark study found 91.3% of campaigns landed at least one foundation grant, and Steven Shattuck breaks down seven concrete steps for weaving grants into a campaign strategy, from writing outcome statements that double as search queries to splitting one big project into fundable packages, syncing grant deadlines with campaign phases, and using early awards as leverage for the next ask. It's a practical playbook for development teams who want grants pulling real weight in a capital campaign instead of sitting on the sidelines.
