Public funding has long served as the backbone for essential social services. But as many nonprofits know firsthand, budget cuts at the federal, state, and local levels can leave entire communities without reliable support systems . When those gaps emerge, the responsibility often falls on nonprofits to step in, stretch limited resources, and find innovative ways to keep their missions alive. In recent years, a growing solution has been the rise of community-funded safety net

At Vee, we created Grant , your AI-powered teammate, to take the stress out of grant writing. He can find opportunities, draft proposals, and streamline your process—but there’s one crucial step that ensures everything moves forward smoothly: verification. Why Verification Matters Before Grant writes your application, he needs to confirm details like: Your most up-to-date budget Any recent changes in your organization Access credentials or passwords required by the grant port

Every nonprofit leader knows the feeling. You stumble upon a grant that feels perfect for your mission. The funding aligns, the deadline is close but doable, and for a moment, excitement bubbles up. But then reality hits: no time to write it, no capacity to research it, and no bandwidth to start from scratch. At Vee, we have heard that story countless times. And we built Bring Your Own Grant (BYOG) to change it. BYOG empowers your team to take control of every opportunity, ev

At Vee.com , we believe some of the most powerful movements are born from lived experience and fueled by compassion. This month, we were deeply honored to serve as a sponsor at BRCAStrong’s “A Decade of Strength Gala”, a milestone event that celebrated ten years of courage, community, and unwavering support for those impacted by breast and gynecologic cancers. A Mission Rooted in Care and Advocacy BRCAStrong was founded with a clear purpose: to ensure that no woman or individ

When you’ve found the perfect funding opportunity and approved the match in Vee, your grant moves from Matches for Review  to the Grants in Progress  section, and you’re ready for Grant to start writing your application. But sometimes, there’s a small red flag that pops up: the “Provide Info” button. Don’t worry, not everyone sees this step, and if you do, it’s simple to complete. This blog will walk you through exactly what it means and how to handle it so your application k

Social media can feel like a full-time job for nonprofit teams who are already wearing a dozen hats. Between fundraising, programs, reporting, and daily operations, consistently showing up online can feel overwhelming. But here’s the truth: social media doesn’t have to drain your time or creativity. With the right strategy and a few evergreen ideas, your nonprofit can stay active, grow engagement, and strengthen your community presence all year long—without burning out. Here

October marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month  — a time to amplify the voices of survivors, advocate for change, and remind our communities that healing begins with safety, compassion, and support. This month, we’re honoured to spotlight one of our inspiring partners, Dinah Philly , a Jewish organization based in Philadelphia that provides confidential, culturally sensitive support to survivors of domestic abuse. We spoke with Rachel Yakobashvili , Director of Programs and

When you speak with Ariel Jacob Luna, one thing becomes immediately clear: his devotion to veterans extends far beyond a job description. A U.S. Army veteran himself (2000–2006), Ariel leads NJ SOS Vets, an organization dedicated to supporting veterans across New Jersey with emergency assistance, community networking, and life-changing resources.   We sat down with Ariel to talk about his mission, the realities of running a nonprofit, and why solutions like Vee have become es

When Jon Reider was just three years old, his mother passed away. Her name was never spoken, and memories of her were kept hidden. As Jon grew up, he was left to make sense of his grief on his own — a silence that shaped his life. Years later, he turned that pain into purpose. He founded Myra’s Kids Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that no child has to grieve alone. What started as a personal promise became a life-changing mission — one that gives children and fa