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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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Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that benefit traditional companion animals in eligible locations. Traditional companion animals include cats, dogs, and horses. Funding is intended for projects with clear-cut goals and objectives...

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Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations, schools, faith-based entities, and government agencies for programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of disaster relief, health, education, and human se...

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Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that improve the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support organizations and agencies that conduct important community work that makes a difference in their local commu...

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Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Alabama nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended for programs and activities within the focus areas of education,...

GrantWatch ID#: 195581
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Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $9,000 to Alabama nonprofit organizations, government agencies, faith-based entities, and schools for programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of environmental conservation, civic ...

GrantWatch ID#: 201342
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Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations and IHEs for programs and projects to benefit residents in eligible counties. Applicants must take an eligibility quiz prior to applying. Funding is intended for activities within the focus areas of quality of life, educat...

GrantWatch ID#: 174132
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Grants to Alabama Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Eligible Regions

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations for programs that improve the quality of life for local residents. Funding is available for programming, operating, and capital grants. Funding is intended for the areas of education, the environment, neighborhood revitali...

GrantWatch ID#: 179546
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Grants to Alabama Nonprofits to Support Charitable Activities Throughout the State

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations to support charitable activities throughout the state. Funding is intended to support initiatives in the following focus areas: animals, arts, culture, and humanities, health, education, the environment, human services, pu...

GrantWatch ID#: 219886
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Grants to Alabama Municipalities to Attract Visitors and Businesses to Communities Statewide

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $2,500 to Alabama municipalities for promotional and economic development projects that attract visitors and businesses to cities, towns, and communities statewide. Funding is intended to market and advertise the economic and cultural value within ...

GrantWatch ID#: 167263
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Grants to Alabama Nonprofits to Advance Eye Health and Healthcare

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Grants to Alabama nonprofit organizations for programs that advance eye health and healthcare. Applicants must contact the funding source before submitting an application. Funding is intended to address critical eye health needs and promote research, education, an...

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