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The Queen of Grants 2: GrantTalk Secrets for the New Era of Grant Writing

by Libby Hikind (Author)

The Queen of Grants 2: GrantTalk Secrets for the New Era of Grant Writing continues Libby Hikind's mission. She helps organizations strengthen their programs, expand their opportunities, and understand what supports successful funding. Drawing from decades of experience and more than fifty GrantTalk podcast interviews, Libby offers a clear and practical guide. As a result, readers can better navigate today?s competitive grant landscape.

Part I, GrantTalk Secrets, brings together insights from funders, grantees, nonprofit leaders, and subject-matter experts across the United States and Canada. Readers learn how decisions are made, what captures attention, and why strong proposals rise above the rest. This section covers program development, project design, needs statements, budgeting, evaluation, communication with funders, and the full lifecycle of a grant. Together, these topics provide a strong foundation for writing grants with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Part II, Marketing and Visibility, explains why strong platforms must support strong programs. Here, Libby guides readers through branding, social media strategy, content creation, blogging, trending topics, and podcasting. In addition, this section helps organizations increase recognition, communicate their mission, and stand out in a crowded funding environment.

Part III, The 20 Day Platform Challenge, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the GrantWatch team. They complete a full website refresh on a tight timeline. Through daily journals and reflections, readers see how ideas take shape, how teams overcome obstacles, and how collaboration strengthens progress. As a result, this section provides a relatable model for teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational readiness.

Part IV, AI in Grant Writing, introduces new AI tools developed for GrantWatch subscribers. Libby explains how AI can support grant search and drafting. She also shows how to use AI responsibly and where human judgment and storytelling remain essential. In addition, she describes how the foundation directory and grant recipient search were built from public data and 990 reports. This gives writers faster access to information and saves hours of research.

The Queen of Grants 2 blends real stories, practical strategies, and forward-looking tools. Overall, it helps readers strengthen their platforms and succeed in a new era of funding.

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The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO Hardcover – February 1, 2024

by Libby Hikind (Author)

In The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO, Libby Hikind details her journey from a teacher to a grant writer to the CEO of GrantWatch. As you trace her journey to becoming both CEO and a media personality, you'll observe her courage and the unforeseen twists and turns that led her to the present day. This narrative will inspire confidence in your own ability to navigate the grant-seeking and grant-writing process.

This book is structured into five sections and goes beyond mere theory by providing practical insights into crafting each part of a grant application. Each segment is enriched with anecdotes, lessons learned, and practical advice. Furthermore, there is a dedicated section featuring model responses for various components commonly found in grant applications

  • How It All Began for Me
  • Your Questions Answered
  • How To Write a Grant?
  • Modeling Successful Grants
  • The Future of AI and Grant Writing
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Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit legal aid organizations for operating support. Funding is intended to assist organizations that provide free civil legal services. The program seeks to increase access to justice for low-income populations and special populations...

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Deadline: 11/20/26 LOI Date: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations to address the legal needs of women and girls in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to applying. Past proposals have addressed domestic violence...

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Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit legal aid providers to offer pro-bono civil legal services to low-income residents. Funding is intended to address critical issues facing residents, expand the accessibility of legal services, and strengthen the civil aid system....

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Deadline: 08/31/26

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Grant to a Washington, DC Nonprofit to Address Water Pollution

Deadline: 08/31/26 Conference Date: 08/19/26

Grant to a Washington, DC nonprofit organization to address water pollution. Funding is intended to support the maintenance and monitoring of trash traps as well as provide public education about water pollution and provide environmental workforce development. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 208814
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Grants to Washington, DC Organizations for Community Festivals and Special Events

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Washington, DC organizations for community events. Funding is intended for outdoor festivals and special events that are free, open to the public, and inclusive. Applicants will be required to describe the cultural, economic, and neighborhood significanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 205275
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Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofit CBOs to Address Workplace and Worker Rights

Deadline: 09/04/26 Conference Date: 08/26/26

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Deadline: 09/25/26 Conference Date: 09/08/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations, for-profits, IHEs, and faith-based organizations for programs to provide youth with educational and career exploration activities. Applicants must attend a conference prior to applying. Applicants can apply to prov...

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