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
Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations to improve homeless shelters in eligible locations. Interested applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to create new transitional units, rooms, or beds. Grants can also be used to p...
Grants of up to $20,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations serving eligible communities to support operations. Applicants must attend an information session prior to applying. Funding is intended to advance racial, economic, and social justice by providing s...
Grants of up to $2,500 to Massachusetts volunteer-run groups and organizations to benefit neighborhoods and communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community-driven, solutions-focused projects that promote unity through community action. Project...
In-kind support to Massachusetts qualifying nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to improve capacity. Successful applicants will receive capacity-enhancing support, including help with strategizing, board governance, and development. Support is intended for...
Grants to Massachusetts agricultural production businesses in the cranberry sector to enhance existing cranberry bogs and increase productivity. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended to promote long-term growth, in...
Contract for services to a Massachusetts business to design and manage a peer-led pilot program addressing mental health crises in eligible regions. The goal of the pilot program is to promote health equity and racial justice by providing respectful, culturally ap...
Contract for services to a Massachusetts organization to evaluate a community-led crisis response pilot program in eligible regions. The successful applicant will function as an independent evaluator, assessing and interpreting data and offering community oversigh...
Grants of up to $25,000 to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for initiatives to benefit the underserved in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs, projects, and services that address the critical needs of local residents, as well as for operating a...
Grants to Massachusetts school districts, educational collaboratives, and charters for technical education and career development programs designed for secondary and post-secondary students. Applicants must pre-register before applying. Priority is given to distri...
Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs that positively impact the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended to help organizations address critical needs, expand access to essential services, and allow families and individuals to thri...