Grant Writing & Funding

Don’t know where to start with strategic planning? You’re not alone—and this episode is here to help. Dr. Beverly Browning is back on the podcast, and together we dive into how nonprofits can shift from constantly chasing funding to building a clear, intentional strategic plan. Instead of reacting to every grant opportunity, we talk about how to step back, define your priorities, and create a road...

Welcome to the December Nonprofit Series! Dr. Beverly Browning will be my co-host throughout the entire month! In this podcast, we go over the Red Flags that we have both seen time and time again when it comes to nonprofits starting or growing. Some issues include: Not having a board of directors Having a family-only run board Thinking the millions of dollars of grants will start rolling in the mi...

GivingTuesday is a global movement that began in 2012, and (wowza!) has it gained momentum. This was originally a day to create a movement from shopping to giving and has been very focused on nonprofit organizations.  Who is this important for: ✔️ If you are a nonprofit leader ✔️ If you are a freelance grant writer of nonprofit consultant Why is this day important? ✔️ You can gain buzz about the n...

This year may feel different when it comes to end-of-year fundraising—but that doesn’t mean fundraising should stop. In fact, it shouldn’t. People still want to give. Some may even have more capacity to give, while others are more aware than ever of the impact your nonprofit has in the community. So, the question isn’t if you should fundraise—it’s how . If traditional, in-person events aren’t an o...

Has your nonprofit—or the nonprofits you support—received CARES Act funding? If not, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. In this conversation, Tim Butler breaks down how nonprofits can still tap into CARES Act funding and why it’s critical to act quickly. With specific deadlines and distribution requirements set at the state and city level, there’s a limited window to access these funds—and...

Oh yes. Those pesky grant writing qualms. Here are the top questions that I get. #1: How Do You Get Funding From Grants for General Operating Expenses? You can get funding for general operating expenses through 3 ways: Pursue specific grants that target general operating Include a certain percentage of your general operating expenses within the direct categories of a grant project budget Include u...

Anytime you’re trying to find the best-fit grants, it can be hard. Because in the beginning, everything’s new.  Things like figuring out the best grant search platform, knowing which grant programs are the best-fit, and knowing when to submit grant applications can be overwhelming. And you can see that as you grow, you come up against new challenges. Even if you have experience with grant writing...

This week, I’m going to teach you how to write winning grants with this 5-step How to Write a Grant Proposal.  This will help you with your confidence if you are a beginner grant writer or even an advanced grant writer. If you want a free grant writing class you can watch NOW, check out this free grant class . So if you’re a new grant writer, but you aren’t sure how you can write winning grants, o...

As you may or may not know acronyms are grants best-friends. If you’ve heard the terms FOA, RFP, SAM, DUNS, or a number of other terms, then you are in the grant world. I once heard a grant writer speak an entire sentence using only acronyms! Ugh! If you are overwhelmed already, don’t worry, I’m going to start breaking it down right now! Let’s first dissect the main different types of grants and c...

Navigating the road of freelance grant writing can feel lonely and overwhelming at times—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode, I sit down with Tawanda Ellis, whose journey is a powerful example of what’s possible when you follow a clear roadmap and stay committed. Tawanda shares how she built a thriving grant writing business from home, landing 25+ clients in under three years using primaril...

In this week’s podcast, I’m joined by special guests Shinedelight Enterprises! This episode is perfect for nonprofits that want to become ADA compliant and attract more donors through effective digital marketing. Together, we explore how improving accessibility and strengthening your online presence can help you reach a wider audience and increase engagement. We cover simple tech solutions to help...

There always comes a time when starting a business that stumps people. Creating the best name for your grant writing business is one of those times. Sometimes it completely throws people off the tracks that they never get back on and actually start their business. Don’t let this stop you! To help you navigate this process I have identified three different ways (and the pros and cons) to help you f...

This episode is for you, if: ● You are tired of getting in your own way ● You are not confident in submitting a grant application ● You are not confident in securing nonprofit clients or partnerships What you will learn, is: ● You will gain confidence in approaching clients or funding sources ● You will learn how to believe in yourself in your business or nonprofit ● You will become the person you...

Have you ever known deep in your gut what your dream is, but you aren’t currently living in it? Or maybe you commit to living your dream but don’t even know where to start. If you could sit down and have coffee with someone who turned $1,000 into $15,000 during the pandemic while helping others and working less, then would you? Because today we are doing just that as we listen to how Dr. Omotola A...

*Sign up for the Freelance Grant Writing Master Course Waitlist and get a Bonus Downloadable today: www.grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance.* In this podcast you will learn how to get clear on who you want to serve as a freelance grant writer or nonprofit consultant, as well as what types of grants are best suited to you to write. This is super important as serving all nonprofits isn’t always the...

Have you ever dreamed of becoming a freelance grant writer—but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’ve already started your business but you’ve hit a plateau. Either way, this episode is for you. Because here’s the truth: there are core fundamentals to building a successful freelance grant writing business—and if you skip them, you’re going to struggle. Not just a little… a lot. You may find yo...

Are you interested in becoming a better grant writer while gaining real, paid experience—not just volunteering? If you have a background in fields like education, homelessness, climate change, workforce development, tribal work, or more, you may be qualified to become a federal grant reviewer. In this episode, I’m joined by two of my amazing Changemaker Members, Christine Taylor and Jennifer Mitsc...

If you are a nonprofit leader, freelance grant writer , or nonprofit consultant then you know that the role and efficiency of a healthy board of directors is vital for nonprofit health! That’s why I brought Sean Kosofsky from Nonprofit Fixer on the Grant Writing & Funding podcast to share with you how to improve a nonprofit’s board of directors. If you resonate with not knowing how to ask your...

Why is this important? Well, it’ll do the following things for you Freelance Grant Writers and Nonprofit Consultants: • Create relationships on and offline • Develop & nurture warm leads • Give you a plan of how to start the pitch discussion Okay, I am going to outline the 3 Essential Steps for Freelance Grant Writers to Pitch Services #1: Reframe Your Thinking from When Do I Ask for Money to...

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✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨ If you are a freelance grant writer / nonprofit consultant: ● You might be paralyzed with going after funding because you just aren’t sure what to do. ● You might not want to pitch your services because you are nervous asking nonprofits for money right now. ● You aren’t sure what types of...

This week’s episode continues our Nonprofit Strategic Planning series—and it comes at the perfect time. We’re halfway through the year, which makes this the ideal moment to pause, reflect, and get clear on your strategy moving forward. If you’re looking to strengthen your leadership skills or you’re a consultant (or aspiring one) wanting to expand your services into strategic planning, this episod...

✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨ Are you ready to make all your 2020 goals happen during the next six months? Or are you still trying to figure out how to survive during the pandemic? 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 aspi...

✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨ Being stuck in decision paralysis is real. This might be because you have made the 'wrong' decision before or you aren't sure about the future and how it will all turn out. Honestly, either of those reasons feeds into your decision paralysis, but digging a layer deeper is more important an...

✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨ Just what is the difference between growth and expansion, and why should I think about this half-way through 2020? One of the best ways I have heard the difference is: “Growth is doing the same thing bigger. Expansion is using the current platform to develop other areas of business.” Howev...