Grant Writing & Funding

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Is your nonprofit on Instagram—but not seeing real results? In this episode, Christina Edwards, founder of Splendid Consulting, shares how nonprofits can strategically use Instagram to grow their audience and convert followers into real supporters and donors. We dive into simple, actionable steps to help you avoid the social media rabbit hole and focus on what actually matters—conversion. Christin...

The Grant Writing & Funding Hub Haven is your go-to space for support, strategy, and success in your grant writing journey. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, isolated, or unsure about your next steps in securing funding, this episode is for you. In this solo episode, Holly Rustick dives into what the Hub Haven is, why it was created, and how it serves as a powerful resource for both new and exp...

✨💌 Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com for the Hub Haven Grant Writing Resources 💌✨ It's almost that time of the year! GivingTuesday is right around the corner and you might be getting ready to raise funds for your nonprofit! Therefore, it is only fitting that we have Nonprofit Jenni on the show to share some awesome tips about GivingTuesday strategies. Jenni has worked with nonprofits for ye...

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Sean Kosofsky from Nonprofit Fixer joins us to share how nonprofits can successfully launch or revive a development (fundraising) committee to increase revenue without overburdening their board of directors. He breaks down what a development committee is, why it shouldn’t consist solely of board members, and the essential actions it must take to be effective.  We also explore how to recruit and en...

If you’re tired of being on the fence and you want to start a real business and get nonprofit clients, I can help. Or, if you’re already an accomplished grant writer and want to grow your business, you’ll see how the Freelance Grant Writer Master Course can get you there easier and faster. Let's outline how to start a real business and get nonprofit clients. I’m going to show you how to get there...

Understanding how to price grant writing services is one of the biggest headaches that freelance grant writers have.  I know this because:  Pricing services was what I struggled with the most, and  It is the biggest question / coaching sessions that I get asked about by people transitioning into freelance grant writing.  If you’ve ever been confused about how all the pieces of freelance grant writ...

Once someone either thinks about starting a freelance grant writing business or has already taken the leap, a huge question (rightfully so) comes up: How do I get nonprofit clients for my grant writing business? Well, yeah, you need to get nonprofit clients (or even for-profit clients in some cases) for it to be an actual income-generating business. But just creating a website or a business card a...

The First Step to Become a Freelance Grant Writer Why are some freelance grant writers able to create a thriving business while others are just dreaming about being a professional grant writer? Why do some grant writers grow their practice and seem to get all the clients while others just dream about it and get stuck in their J-O-B? And why are some people clear about how to start and grow their g...

Oh yes, I just typed the F-word. Yep, the one that makes most grant writers shiver in their sleep. No, I am not cussing. But maybe this word should be a bona fide swear word. Free. I know it haunts you. It’s interesting that as a grant writer your skills can have one of the biggest impacts on increasing funding for nonprofit organizations , however you will still be serenaded by nearly every nonpr...

Now that is a fully loaded statement. But worth the heavily weighed explanation. I have been going back and forth with other grant writers on this question of “Do grant writers get paid less because most are female?” and even down to “Are grant writer rates high enough?” Moreover, nearly every single female grant writer I know struggles with how to do her pricing and come up with rates that feel g...

Let’s be real—we cover a lot in today’s episode, but we definitely dig into the nitty-gritty of how to leverage the power of celebrity to fundraise for your nonprofit. And yes… we’ve all seen it before. The starry eyes. The excitement. The moment a nonprofit drops a celebrity name and everything feels bigger, brighter, and full of possibility. Why? Because celebrities can bring massive visibility....

In 2020, nonprofit organizations experienced a major shift toward online and digital fundraising. What began as a rapid push to “get online” during the early days of COVID-19 has now evolved into a bigger question: are nonprofits truly optimizing their digital marketing strategies to advance their missions? In this replay episode, Brady Josephson from the NextAfter Institute joins us to break down...

Starting a nonprofit isn’t the only way to make an impact. There are so many ways to support a cause you care about—whether that’s volunteering, donating, or even organizing something as simple as a local cleanup. But what happens when your passion pushes you to go deeper? In this episode, we explore how you can turn that passion into a movement—without necessarily creating a nonprofit organizatio...

You weren’t an English major or Public Administration major? No worries. You don’t have to have been a writer all  your life to transition into grant writing and to become a grant professional. In this podcast, Sheleia Phillips tells all on how she has gone from biologist to grant professional… all from the suggestion during an internship. This literally turned her life around as she realized she...

In this week’s episode, special guest Sarah Olivieri joins us to break down her powerful Impact Method—and how it can be used by both nonprofits and freelance grant writers to create more effective, sustainable organizations. If you’ve been looking for a clear blueprint to better manage your time, increase your capacity, and grow your impact, this episode delivers exactly that. Sarah walks us thro...

It’s officially knee deep into summer. Are you enjoying the popsicles, sparklers, and giggles with the family or are you stuck in the grind? In this article (or feel free to listen to the podcast), I go behind-the-scenes to explain why and how you should take time off your grant writing business or nonprofit. Maybe July is a super busy month because you have grants due, a nonprofit fundraiser, or...

Wait… should you stop asking your board to fundraise? It might sound a little counterintuitive—but in this episode, Sarah Olivieri breaks down a fresh perspective that might completely shift how you think about fundraising. We explore why relying on your board for fundraising may not always be the most effective strategy, and how creating a dedicated fundraising structure—like a committee—can allo...

For a nonprofit organization to truly thrive, it needs a healthy mix of funding—from grants and fundraisers to donors, services, and beyond. Relying on just one source, especially grants alone, can put your organization at risk. So, what does a balanced funding strategy actually look like? If your nonprofit is struggling financially, or if you find yourself relying only on grants or only on fundra...

Dr. Beverly Browning joins us to discuss how nonprofit leaders can create effective strategic plans that drive growth while avoiding burnout. She breaks down why having a clear strategic plan is essential—from guiding your organization’s direction and helping boards track meaningful milestones, to setting realistic funding goals and meeting grant requirements.  We also explore how strategic planni...

What if raising unrestricted funding for your nonprofit didn’t require complicated strategies, ad spend, or hours of setup?  In this episode, Sean Kosofsky shares a refreshingly simple approach to fundraising that is low-effort, quick to implement, and incredibly effective. We dive into how peer-to-peer fundraising—especially through platforms like Facebook—can become a powerful, low-hanging fruit...

Are you ready to check-in on your 2021 nonprofit goals? If you are either a nonprofit leader, staff, or volunteer and are trying to move the needle forward on your nonprofit OR if you are an aspiring freelance consultant and are stuck in overwhelm then this podcast is for you! Just imagine how much more accomplished you will feel having the steps to create a plan that will work. These 10 steps can...

Want to know what grant funding opportunities are ahead for 2021? If you’re a nonprofit, government agency, or even a business seeking grants, this episode gives you a comprehensive look at what to expect—and how to prepare. In this episode, we break down the full grant funding forecast by looking at trends from 2019 and 2020 and how those shifts are shaping 2021. We dive into the “Grant Funding P...

Yes, meaningful conversations are a must if you want effective solutions for your nonprofit strategies. I know. It’s easier for many nonprofit leaders to just ask, “Can you just make me a fundraising content calendar within the hour?” But what if that fundraiser isn’t really what your nonprofit needs to grow? I know it can feel taxing to try and fit in a conversation about why you even want the fu...