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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 USA, Canada, and International Faculty at IHEs for Histiocytic Disorder Research

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International faculty members at academic institutions for research addressing histiocytic disorders. Funding is intended for cutting-edge research into the mechanisms, causes, and improved methods of treatment for histi...

GrantWatch ID#: 197062
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Grants to USA Organizations and LEAs to Incentivize Improvement in High-Need Schools

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, SEAs, LEAs, and agencies to incentivize school improvement in high-need schools. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to improve student out...

GrantWatch ID#: 228572
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Grants to USA LEAs, Nonprofits, and Consortia for High-Quality Literacy Programs

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants to USA LEAs, nonprofit organizations, and consortia thereof for high-quality literacy programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to develop and implement literacy programs from birth ...

GrantWatch ID#: 228573
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Schools, and Public Agencies to Address Community Needs

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, school, and government agencies to address community needs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects and activities within the focus areas of arts and culture, community and economic development, education, envir...

GrantWatch ID#: 192937
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Grants to Ohio Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Eligible Communities

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants to Ohio nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools for activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support projects and programs in the areas of health and human services, economic and community development...

GrantWatch ID#: 192941
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Contract for Services to Washington Businesses to Address Community and Neighborhood Needs

Deadline: 06/09/26

Contract for services to Washington businesses to address community and neighborhood needs and goals in eligible locations. Funding priorities include food access, improved health and mental health care outcomes, addressing homelessness, and violence prevention in...

GrantWatch ID#: 229169
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Grants to Vermont Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects That Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Vermont nonprofit organizations and government agencies to benefit residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities in the focus areas of social services, historic preservation, education, and ...

GrantWatch ID#: 149850
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Grants to California Nonprofits and Institutions for Programs to Benefit College Students

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to California nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for programs to benefit college students. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to a full grant application. The purpose of the program is to create systemic soluti...

GrantWatch ID#: 210831
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Fellowships to Canada Researchers to Pursue Novel Collaborative Research Projects

Deadline: 06/09/26

Fellowships to Canada researchers to pursue novel research projects in collaboration with other researchers. Collaborative research to develop innovative, groundbreaking new technologies that solve public policy challenges are encouraged. All research projects mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 218575
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Grants to Ohio Agencies and IHEs for Treatment Services In Correctional Facilities

Deadline: 06/09/26

Grants to Ohio government agencies and state-supported universities to provide treatment services within correctional facilities. Funding is intended for jail-based, residential, pretrial, and aftercare programs. The goal of the program is to prepare individuals f...

GrantWatch ID#: 185473
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