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August 11, 2025

Full Cost Resources

Explore NFF’s full cost framework, including how to get started and a communication guide with tips and scenarios for holistic conversations between nonprofits and funders.

Getting Started: three key practices to keep in mind as nonprofits begin their full cost journey and build a full cost budget.

The Six Full Cost Areas: six areas of resource needs for conversations about how best to contribute to operations and programs that support shared community goals.

Video Series: overview of the six categories of full cost, how nonprofits can use revenue to build and buy, and how to cover unfunded expenses with full cost.

Full Cost Communication Guide: tips and scenarios based on common conversations with examples for how both sides can approach these topics openly and productively.

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