How to Work with Your Finance Team to Strengthen Grantee Relationships

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A Grantmaker’s Guide to Breaking Down Silos

Delayed payments. Disconnected systems. Missed opportunities. When grantmaking and finance teams operate in silos, grantees feel the strain—and your mission loses momentum.

This guide shows you how to align goals, streamline processes, and create a seamless experience for your organization and the communities you serve. You’ll learn how to:

  • Spot the warning signs of disconnected teams—and the hidden costs to your organization

  • Establish shared goals and calendars to eliminate confusion and improve collaboration

  • Demystify financial processes with cross-training and a shared glossary of terms

  • Strengthen data governance to reduce errors and improve compliance

  • Connect your systems to create a single source of truth and accelerate payments

Ready to break down silos between your grantmaking and finance teams? Download the guide and discover actionable ways to foster trust, improve transparency, and deliver impact—together.

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