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.


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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Grant to a Washington, DC, Nonprofit or For-Profit for Workforce Initiatives for Youth

Deadline: 05/26/26

Grant to a Washington, DC, nonprofit or for-profit organization for workforce-preparation initiatives for youth. Funding is intended for activities that support youth ages 16-24 in achieving short- and long-term employment and educational goals. This program is in...

GrantWatch ID#: 228556

Grants to Washington, DC Substance Use Disorder Providers to Conduct HIV Health Interventions

Deadline: 05/29/26 LOI Date: 05/22/26

Grants to Washington, DC substance use disorder providers to conduct HIV health interventions. Funding is intended to provide early intervention services to individuals seeking assistance with substance abuse. Grantees will implement services addressing human immu...

GrantWatch ID#: 229064

Grants to Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington, DC, Virginia, and West Virginia Nonprofits for P...

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington, DC, Virginia, and West Virginia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, libraries, and schools for programs and projects that benefit residents. Funding is intended for initiatives in the focus areas of social ju...

GrantWatch ID#: 178281

Grants to Massachusetts and Washington, DC Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit the Community

Deadline: 05/31/26

Grants to Massachusetts and Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for programs and projects to benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding areas of interest include humanitarian services, education, neglected and abused children, health care and medical re...

GrantWatch ID#: 197627

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits for Extracurricular Programming for Children and Youth

Deadline: 06/03/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations to provide extracurricular programming for local school-aged children and youth. Funding priority will be given to organizations serving at-risk youth and youth in need. Eligible programs are offered to District chi...

GrantWatch ID#: 183725

Grants to Washington, DC Small Nonprofits for Youth Development Programs

Deadline: 06/03/26

Grants to Washington, DC small nonprofit organizations to provide extracurricular activities for children and youth. Funding is intended for youth development programs that are offered outside of regular school hours. Grant funds should be used for direct program ...

GrantWatch ID#: 190692

Grant to a Washington, DC Nonprofit to Coordinate a Program for Justice-Involved Youth

Deadline: 06/03/26

Grant to a Washington, DC nonprofit organization to manage a program to benefit youth involved in the justice system. The successful applicant will coordinate an enrichment program to provide educational, social, and physical and emotional health-related activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 198242

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits to Manage and Administer Youth Scholarship Programs

Deadline: 06/03/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations to manage and administer youth scholarship programs. The purpose of the program is to expand access to extracurricular youth programs for at-risk youth. Examples of programs that the scholarship may support are prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 199640

Grants to Washington, DC Nonprofits to Manage a Youth Mentorship Program

Deadline: 06/03/26

Grants to Washington, DC nonprofit organizations for programs to prepare at-risk youth for higher education. The purpose of the program is to enhance access to college and career mentoring programs for youth in grades 6-12. Programs should focus on preparing youth...

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