Learn how to run the Google Ad Grant like an agency.

Starting July 17, 2024

Cohort Limited to 25 Organizations

FACT: Google gives nonprofits $120,000 a year of in-kind dollars to advertise their cause

FACT: Too many nonprofits do NOT benefit from this crucial resource…

even nonprofits that already have the Google Ad Grant.

Why is this?

Because even if you have the Google Ad Grant, it’s hard to make the most of it.

It’s not your fault. Free money is a game-changer, but there’s not a grant for free time. And if you’re working at a nonprofit, your time is just as valuable as your money. We know nonprofit professionals are stretched thin. Chances are, the Google Ad Grant is only one of the many hats you wear around your organization. Using Google Ads to its full potential requires an investment of time you may not have to offer.

We can help. And we want to help, because we believe in the impact of nonprofits.

Over the past 10 years, we’ve made it our personal mission to streamline data and tech for nonprofits to save team time and increase real impact. From VolunteerMatch to Donate Life America, we’ve managed over $10 million dollars for over 50 Ad Grant accounts. Along the way, we’ve learned every efficiency trick and impact hack in the book. Our Google Ad Grant Cohort is the result of distilling this experience into a more flexible option. This is our client work bottled up into a concentrate. It’s every bit as potent, but it’s easier to fit into your calendar.

Take control of your Google Ad Grant in bite-sized sessions. We’ll make it worth your while, so you can save time in the long-run. And 6 months from now? We can’t wait to see the impact your nonprofit is making.

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What you’ll learn:

How to set up your Ad Grant account for success
How to protect your Ad Grant account from suspension, with exclusive tips to save time and reduce anxiety
How to set digital advertising goals that drive your organizational impact, not just clicks
How to create campaigns that help your organization reach those goals
How to interpret and draw meaningful insights from advertising metrics in Google Ads and Google Analytics
How to work smarter, not harder, with strategies to minimize the time it takes to manage your Ad Grant

Our Ad Grant Cohort is meant for:

Nonprofit communications, marketing, or fundraising professionals new to Google Ads
Professionals looking for a refresher on the latest strategies and tactics
Individuals that work to manage nonprofit Google Ads accounts who want to learn the latest best practices

Prerequisite:

Participants must already have an active Google Ad Grant to enroll. If your organization does not yet have a Google Ad Grant account, you can start the application process here. The confirmation email will include an onboarding survey to ensure the students are ready for the cohort.

Seminar Outline

This game-changing seminar series will cover the main components of the Google Ad Grant strategy and management process. We’ll outline the essential techniques for developing an effective (and efficient!) Google Ad Grant strategy.

Each week will include a 1.5 hour live collaborative training session + access to office hours for additional support.

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Week 1 | Introduction: Account Structure + Setting Goals

Topics+Takeaways

Introductions to participants and instructors
Review of the Google Ad Grant program, basic account structure, and high-priority policy requirements
Discussion of digital goal-setting using the Funnel of Engagement framework

Week 2 | Creative Campaign Brainstorm

Topics+Takeaways

Review case studies from nonprofit organizations using the Google Ad Grant to support different causes and digital goals
Brainstorm new creative campaign ideas for participants to employ based on organizational needs

Week 3 | Planning Ad Groups by Choosing Keywords + Writing Ads

Topics+Takeaways

Breakdown of the campaign planning process, including:
- Ad group structure
- How to choose quality keywords
- How to write strong Google search ads

Week 4 | Building a Campaign

Topics+Takeaways

Walkthrough of the complete campaign building process in the Ad Grant platform

Week 5 | Measuring, Management + Final Thoughts

Topics+Takeaways

Review of priority Ad Grant metrics and how to analyze performance
Discuss best practices for ongoing management and optimization of the account
We will close with additional time for questions and feedback on the course.

Cohort students will also receive:

Access to a one-of-a-kind community of like-minded nonprofit professionals that are learning with you
Seats for up to 2 members of your organization so your team can learn together, including 2 year long subscriptions to WWU (a value of $598!)
A post Cohort check-in 3-4 months after graduation. We won’t leave you hanging. We are committed to ensuring you get the value you deserve.
Weekly “office hours” with our Ad Grant experts
Access to recorded sessions long after the Cohort ends. Brush up on the basics on your own time, and build long-term team capacity.
Learn-by-doing? You’ll also get access to “homework assignments”, so you can get the very most out of your experience – no matter your learning style.
Qualified support. As a member of the Ad Grant Certified Professionals Community, Whole Whale specializes in helping orgs get the most from their spend and avoid grant suspension.
Specialized live support during office hours

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