Calling all arctic wildlife enthusiasts! ❄️☃️🐻❄️ ➡️ In this episode of GrantTalk, Libby Hikind, founder and CEO of GrantWatch and author of The Queen of Grants, sits down with Elisabeth Kruger, Manager of Arctic Wildlife at the World Wildlife Fund, to uncover how enthusiasts of arctic wildlife, habitats, and communities can receive funding for their conservation research projects. 💼 🌟 About GrantWatch 🌟 Libby Hikind, author of The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO, founded GrantWatch.com, the largest advanced grant search engine in the United States. The platform features over 10,000 active, verified, and human-curated grant opportunities in more than 60 funding categories. Additionally, it serves nonprofits, small businesses, government agencies, tribal governments, and individuals seeking grant funding. GrantWatch also offers innovative funding tools like the AI Grant Writing Tool, AI Grant Searching Tool, and My Grant Calendar, making it easier to find grants, track deadlines, and draft proposals. Members can upgrade to MemberPlus+ for complete grant details, eligibility criteria, and application information. With 21 powerful features, live customer support, and weekly GrantTalk podcast episodes, GrantWatch is the go-to resource for finding grants and turning funding opportunities into awarded grant. 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of GrantTalk and to never miss a new way to grow your business and network! Explore more about GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com/ https://www.grantwatch.com/granttalk/ https://www.grantwatch.com/book
What happens when creativity meets community? 🎨🩰 ➡️ In this episode of GrantTalk, Libby Hikind, founder and CEO of GrantWatch and author of The Queen of Grants, sits down with Patty Eljaiek, Grants Coordinator for the Huntington Arts Council, to uncover how arts funding transforms lives, fuels local economies across Long Island, New York, and empowers artists to keep creating through fellowships, general operating support, and community impact grants. 💼 🌟 About GrantWatch 🌟 Libby Hikind, author of The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO, founded GrantWatch.com, the largest advanced grant search engine in the United States. The platform features over 10,000 active, verified, and human-curated grant opportunities in more than 60 funding categories. Additionally, it serves nonprofits, small businesses, government agencies, tribal governments, and individuals seeking grant funding. GrantWatch also offers innovative funding tools like the AI Grant Writing Tool, AI Grant Searching Tool, and My Grant Calendar, making it easier to find grants, track deadlines, and draft proposals. Members can upgrade to MemberPlus+ for complete grant details, eligibility criteria, and application information. With 21 powerful features, live customer support, and weekly GrantTalk podcast episodes, GrantWatch is the go-to resource for finding grants and turning funding opportunities into awarded grant. 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of GrantTalk and to never miss a new way to grow your business and network! Explore more about GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com/ https://www.grantwatch.com/granttalk/ https://www.grantwatch.com/book
GrantTalk Ep 48: Building Capacity Through Collaboration — The Nonprofit Management Fund with Eloiza Altoro GrantTalk is back with another insightful episode hosted by Libby Hikind, founder and CEO of GrantWatch.com, and author of The Queen of Grants! 👑 📚 Comment "Management" below to get in touch with the Fund. In this episode, Libby sits down with Eloiza Altoro, Fund Advisor for the Nonprofit Management Fund in Wisconsin — a collaborative funding initiative that’s been supporting capacity building for over 30 years. 💼✨ Together, they explore: ✅ How the Nonprofit Management Fund helps nonprofits strengthen operations through consulting and capacity-building grants ✅ Why the fund doesn’t pay for individual grant writers — but does offer cohort training and fundraising bootcamps ✅ How demand for grants has surged in 2025 — and how the fund responded by front-loading disbursements ✅ What makes a strong grant application (Hint: Read the funder’s website first!) ✅ Why building relationships and context with funders matters more than ever ✅ The collaborative power behind eight funding partners working together to build nonprofit resilience 🎯 Funders featured include: The Lynde & Harry Bradley Foundation Greater Milwaukee Foundation United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County Northwestern Mutual Rockwell Automation Bader Philanthropies, Inc. Zilber Family Foundation Daniel M. Soref Charitable Trust Plus: Libby shares why a simple coffee mug on a desk can say, “We won a grant,” and how small gestures celebrate big wins in the nonprofit world. ☕🏆 💬 Want to learn more? Drop the word management in the comments if you'd like to see this model replicated in your own community! 📅 Recorded: April 6 at 11:45 AM CST / 12:45 PM EST 🎙 Guest: Eloiza Altoro, Fund Advisor 🏢 Organization: Nonprofit Management Fund (Wisconsin) 🔔 Subscribe for more GrantTalk episodes, expert tips, and real stories of grant success. Let’s build something powerful — together. #NonprofitGrants #CapacityBuilding #MilwaukeeNonprofits #GrantTalk #LibbyHikind #GrantWritingTips #CollaborativeFunding #NonprofitLeadership #GrantWatch #TheQueenOfGrants
GrantTalk is back with another powerful episode, hosted by Libby Hikind, Founder and CEO of GrantWatch.com, and author of The Queen of Grants! 👑 📚 In this episode, Libby sits down with Melanie Reeves, Executive Director of RiverLife. This Georgia-based nonprofit has transformed lives through wheelchair ramps, home repairs, disaster relief, and compassionate volunteer service . 💪🏽🏡✨ 💬 Melanie shares how RiverLife mobilizes volunteers to meet critical needs for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities — and how they secured a $4,500 grant through GrantWatch to build five wheelchair ramps that helped individuals like 83-year-old Miss Mary regain access to her church and community. They explore: ✅ How RiverLife was born from Melanie’s vision to bring church and community together ✅ The powerful impact of a single wheelchair ramp on someone’s independence ✅ RiverLife’s rapid grant success after subscribing to GrantWatch ✅ Their collaborative, faith-driven approach to volunteer mobilization ✅ Lessons from their response to a devastating EF4 tornado — and how it shaped their disaster relief program ✅ Tips for writing grants that align with a funder’s mission and values 🎯 Plus: Libby dives into how RiverLife is building internal grant writing capacity, and how their very first grant created a cascade effect that positions them for even greater funding success. 📅 Current Grant Opportunity: The Ramlose Foundation Grant offers up to $6,000 to nonprofits in Georgia and other New England states for human services, special needs, and community impact. Deadline: August 31, 2025. GrantWatch ID: #214675 🔗 Links & Resources: 💸 Ramlose Foundation Grant via GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/214675 🌐 RiverLife Website: https://livetheriverlife.com/ 📬 Contact Melanie Reeves: mreeves@livetheriverlife.com 📖 Libby’s Book – The Queen of Grants: https://www.grantwatch.com/book 🔍 Search More Grants on GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com 📱 Follow RiverLife on Instagram: @livetheriverlife
GrantTalk is back with another powerful episode, hosted by Libby Hikind, Founder and CEO of GrantWatch.com, and author of The Queen of Grants! 👑 📚 In this episode, Libby sits down with Elizabeth (Liz) Boylan, Grants Officer at The Vilcek Foundation. This private operating foundation celebrates the vital contributions of immigrants to the arts and sciences in the United States. 🌎🎨🧬 💬 Liz shares how the foundation not only uplifts immigrant voices through grant funding but also awards unrestricted $200,000 prizes to outstanding foreign-born artists, curators, and scientists whose work shapes American culture and progress. They explore: ✅ The origins of The Vilcek Foundation and its immigrant founders’ vision ✅ How nonprofits can apply for grants to support immigrant artists and communities ✅ Who qualifies for the $200K Vilcek Prizes, and how recipients are selected ✅ The foundation’s commitment to Native American land acknowledgment and inclusive exchange ✅ Real examples of immigrant excellence — from visual arts to biomedical science ✅ The kinds of projects that excite the foundation most and what they’re looking for in future grantees 🎯 Plus: Libby asks how posting the grant on GrantWatch.com has helped the foundation spread its mission and reach more nonprofits across the U.S. and its territories. 📅 Current Grant Opportunity: Open now through June 30, 2025, for nonprofits supporting immigrant artists! Grants promote diversity in the arts, sciences, education, and humanities. 🔗 Links & Resources: 💸 Vilcek Foundation Immigrant Artists Grant (via GrantWatch): https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/218157 🌐 The Vilcek Foundation Website: https://vilcek.org/ 📬 Contact Liz Boylan: elizabeth.boylan@vilcek.org 🔍 Find More Grants on GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com 📖 Libby’s Book – The Queen of Grants: https://www.grantwatch.com/book
GrantTalk is back with another insightful episode, hosted by Libby Hikind — Founder and CEO of GrantWatch.com, and author of The Queen of Grants! 👑📚 In this episode, Libby sits with Rachel Roth, Senior Director of Grants and Programs at the Foundation for Financial Planning (FFP). This national nonprofit funds programs offering pro bono financial planning to people in need. 💸🤝 💬 Rachel shares how FFP empowers nonprofits nationwide by connecting them with Certified Financial Planner professionals (CFPs) who volunteer to help underserved communities, including cancer patients, natural disaster survivors, exonerees, first-time homebuyers, and more. They explore: ✅ How nonprofits can apply for FFP’s grants ✅ Who qualifies for pro bono financial planning ✅ Real stories — like a man exonerated after 34 years in prison, now getting back on his feet 💡 ✅ How students, parents, and communities benefit from access to financial guidance ✅ Why pro bono planners are a “missing puzzle piece” in the social service ecosystem 🧩 🔥 Libby also introduces her new children’s book, Twig Literacy — a charming tale about beavers and borrowing, written to instill early financial values in kids (and their parents!). 🦫💰 🎯 Plus: Learn how to leverage ProBonoPlannerMatch.org and recruit certified financial planners to support your nonprofit mission even without a grant. 📅 FFP’s current grant cycle is open now — with awards ranging from $10,000 to $40,000 for 2026 funding! Don’t miss the opportunity to boost your financial empowerment programs! 🔗 Links & Resources: 💸Free Financial Planning Services Grant: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/154376/grants-to-usa-organizations-to-provide-free-financial-planning-services-to-underserved-populations.html 🌐 Foundation for Financial Planning: https://ffpprobono.org 📬 Contact Rachel Roth: rroth@ffpprobono.org 🔍 Find Grants on GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com 🧠 Pro Bono Planner Match: https://probonoplannermatch.org 📖 Libby’s Book – Twig Literacy: https://a.co/d/6DZzlaJ
GrantTalk is back with an exciting new episode, hosted by Libby Hikind, Founder and CEO of GrantWatch.com and author of The Queen of Grants! 📚✨ Today, Libby sits down with Homer Lee Bizzle III, a disabled veteran and the Founder, President, and CEO of America Cares II 🇺🇸 💙 — a nonprofit that makes a difference for veterans facing food insecurity, housing issues, and mental health challenges. 🔥 Homer shares how he secured over $32,500 in grant funding (plus in-kind donations!) using GrantWatch, and how his organization is helping veterans in Cook County and beyond! 🏡🛡️ They touch on: Homer’s personal journey from service to service The importance of mental health and housing support for veterans How one person’s mission can drive real change 🙌 💬 Homer’s success stories include grants from Pillars of Giving, Louder Than Words, CSX Corp, and more! 🎯 Plus: Hear about Libby’s new children’s book, Why Don’t You Fly Sky? — encouraging resilience in kids AND adults 🕊️ 👉 Don’t miss this powerful conversation! Learn how finding the right grants can help YOU make an impact, too. 🔗 Links & Resources: 🌐 America Cares II Website: https://americacarestoo.ning.com/ 🔍 Find Grants on GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com/ 📖 Why Don’t You Fly Sky? Book Info: Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DVG497NC/ref=nosim?tag=granttalk-20 Barnes & Noble - https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/why-wont-you-fly-sky-libby-hikind/1146905896?ean=9798992112337 🎁 Grant Opportunities Mentioned: • Pillars of Giving – https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/203246/grants-to-illinois-nonprofits-in-eligible-locations-to-promote-and-address-inclusion-for-underserved-residents.html • Louder Than Words – https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/194962/grants-to-indiana-nonprofits-to-benefit-diverse-communities-and-reduce-discrimination.html • CSX Corp Grants – https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/184771/grants-to-usa-and-canada-nonprofits-agencies-and-schools-in-eligible-regions-to-support-veterans-active-military-first-responders-and-families.html • Andrew and Alice Fischer Charitable Trust Fund –https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/218747/grants-to-illinois-nonprofits-in-eligible-locations-for-programs-to-benefit-residents.html 🎥 Watch now! 👍 Like, 💬 Comment, and 🔔 Subscribe for more inspiring stories on GrantTalk! #veteransupport #disabledveterans #nonprofitorganization #veteransassistance #grantfunding #grantwatch #americacarestoo #veteransmentalhealth #foodinsecurity #veteranshousing #granttalk #libbyhikind #communityoutreach #veteransadvocacy #cookcountyveterans #veteransservices #mentalhealthawareness #supportourveterans #nonprofitgrants #veteransrights
In this episode of GrantTalk, host Libby Hikind chats with Sharon McGraw, Ed.D, Grant Program Officer at Community Fund Ohio, about how the foundation supports people with disabilities through targeted funding for individuals and nonprofits. 🧠🏠 🎯 Quick Overview 📍 Location: Ohio 💰 Grant Pool (2024): $700,000+ 🙋♂️ Individuals: $2,500–$7,500 🏢 Nonprofits: Up to $25,000 📆 Cycles: Quarterly (individuals) & Semi-annual (nonprofits) 🗓️ Next Round Opens: February 2025 Community Fund Ohio offers two types of grants to individuals, depending on benefit status, and awards larger grants to nonprofits working in the disability space. Sharon also shares insight on how the grant cycle is evolving, tips for strong applications, and how their process centers transparency and accessibility. 📝✨ 🔗 Grant Links: • Individual Grant: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/215740/grant.html • Nonprofit Grant: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/216154/grant.html • Community Fund Grant: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/216153/grant.html 🎧 More from GrantTalk: 📖 The Queen of Grants Book: https://www.grantwatch.com/book 🎙️ GrantTalk Episodes: https://www.grantwatch.com/granttalk/ 🌐 Subscribe to GrantWatch: https://www.youtube.com/@Grantwatch If you’re in Ohio and working in disability advocacy, this episode is a must-listen! 🙌 #OhioGrants #DisabilityFunding #GrantTalkPodcast #GrantWatch #Nonprofits #AccessibilityMatters #InclusiveFunding #SharonMcGraw #CommunityFundOhio #GrantsForGood #GrantTips
In this episode of GrantTalk, host Libby Hikind, Founder & CEO of GrantWatch.com, sits down with Alyson Pope and Sharon M. Burney, Program Officers at the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), to explore how grant funding is transforming the preservation of at-risk historical collections. 📚🎥 🗂️ CLIR Grants at a Glance: 📌 Digitizing Hidden Collections, Amplifying Unheard Voices 💰 Funding Range: $50,000 - $350,000 📆 Deadline: October 30 🔄 Two-step application process 🎯 Focus: Preserving materials from marginalized communities 📌 Recordings at Risk Grant 💰 Funding Range: $10,000 - $50,000 🎯 Focus: Digitizing at-risk audiovisual collections 🎖️ CLIR's Impact: 🌍 Funded by the Mellon Foundation, CLIR is a re-granting organization supporting libraries, archives, and cultural institutions in their mission to safeguard history. A rigorous independent review panel ensures a competitive and transparent selection process, with feedback provided to all applicants. 🏆 Notable Projects Include: 📜 COVID-19 prison communication archives 🔊 Indigenous treaty oral histories ⚖️ Historical state legal records 💡 Key Takeaways for Grant Seekers: ✅ Visit www.clir.org for guidelines 📺 Watch CLIR’s application support webinar series 👩⚖️ Consider becoming a grant reviewer for future funding cycles 📌 If you’re an archivist, historian, or nonprofit looking to preserve cultural heritage, this episode is packed with valuable insights! 🔗 GrantTalk Links: 📖 The Queen of Grants - www.grantwatch.com/book 🎙️ GrantTalk Podcast - www.grantwatch.com/granttalk/ 🌐 GrantWatch Subscriptions - www.grantwatch.com/ 🔗 Grant Opportunities Mentioned: 🎥 Recordings at Risk Grant: www.grantwatch.com/grant/187337/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-agencies-and-tribes-to-preserve-audio-and-video-media.html 📜 Digitizing Hidden Collections Grant: www.grantwatch.com/grant/195724/grants-to-usa-and-canada-nonprofit-academic-and-community-based-organizations-to-create-digital-historical-and-cultural-content.html 🏛️ Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR): www.clir.org 📢 Watch now & discover how grant funding is safeguarding history! #digitization #librarygrants #archives #granttalkpodcast #grantwatch #historicpreservation #fundingopportunities #libbyhikind #culturalheritage #nonprofits #historymatters #digitizinghistory #audiovisualarchives #museumfunding #historicalrecords #oralhistory #grantsfornonprofits #preservingculture #humanitiesfunding #archivists #grantsforlibraries #clir #preservethepast
🌱 How Do Grants Fuel Breakthroughs in Agriculture? 🚜 🎙️✨In this exciting episode of GrantTalk, the podcast that’s all about grants, grant seekers, and funder insights, your host, 💖Libby Hikind, Founder & CEO of 💡 GrantWatch.com, visits with Magda Galindo, Director of Grants Management at FFAR, to uncover how grant-funded partnerships are revolutionizing food and agriculture! 🌽 🐖 🤝 🌾💡 From funding groundbreaking research to tackling real-world farming challenges, FFAR connects 💵funders, 🧪scientists, and 🌱farmers to create a more sustainable and productive agricultural future. 🤝 FFAR’s funding focuses on four key areas: 🌾 Thriving Production Systems – Improving crops, livestock, and farm resilience 🌍 Sustainable Agroecosystems – Promoting eco-friendly agricultural practices 🥗 Healthy Food Systems – Enhancing nutrition and food safety 🔬 Scientific Workforce Development – Training the next generation of agricultural researchers 🏵️ 📝 Unlike many grantmakers, FFAR doesn’t follow a strict annual funding cycle. Grants are posted as funding becomes available. That’s why staying updated through 💡GrantWatch is essential for researchers seeking new opportunities! 💰 Grant Highlight: ✅ Food Supply or Agricultural Sector #193965 ✅Workforce Development Activities #193963 📌 If you're a researcher, industry professional, or just passionate about sustainable agriculture, this episode is packed with valuable insights! GrantTalk Links: •📖 The Queen of Grants - https://www.grantwatch.com/book •🎙️ GrantTalk Podcast - https://www.grantwatch.com/granttalk/ •🌐 GrantWatch Subscriptions - https://www.grantwatch.com/ FFAR grants on GrantWatch: • https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/193963/fellowships-to-usa-and-canada-phd-students-to- support-workforce-development-activities.html • https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/215377/grants-to-usa-and-netherlands-researchers-to-address-sustainable-food-production-systems.html • https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/215377/grants-to-usa-and-netherlands-researchers-to-address-sustainable-food-production-systems.html FFAR Contact Information: •📲 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FoundationFAR/ •💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/foundationfar/ •🆇 X - https://x.com/FoundationFAR •🌐 FFAR - https://foundationfar.org 📢 Watch now & discover how grant funding is shaping the future of agriculture! #agriculturalresearch #ecosystems #crops #animalhealth #environment #federalfunding #foodmanufacturing #grants #granttalkpodcast #grantwatch #letterofintent #libbyhikind #contributions #nonprofits #ongoinggrantopportunities #prizesandcompetitions #scientific #workforce e
🎨 Supporting Artists in Law Firm Spaces: The Quinn Emanuel Artist in Residence Program In this episode, Libby Hikind, Founder & CEO of GrantWatch.com, sits down with Alexis Hyde, Director of Art and Outreach at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP ⚖️, to discuss a unique grant-funded opportunity for artists. Quinn Emanuel’s Artist in Residence Program provides emerging and mid-career artists 🎨 with a four-month studio residency in one of their participating offices in Los Angeles, New York, or London. Selected artists receive: 💰 $5,000 per month (totaling $20,000) 🎨 $1,500 materials allowance 🏢 Studio space in a law firm setting 🖼️ An end-of-residency exhibition, with at least one artwork becoming part of the firm’s permanent collection 🌟 Topics Covered: ✅ How law firms are funding artists through residencies ✅ What makes this program unique for emerging and mid-career artists ✅ The impact of corporate-sponsored art initiatives ✅ How to apply for the next residency cycle 📌 Whether you're an artist looking for funding, an arts advocate, or just love seeing creative initiatives thrive, this episode is packed with insights! 📢 Watch now & explore this exciting opportunity! 🔗 Links & Resources: 🖼️ Quinn Emanuel Artist in Residence Program: https://www.quinnemanuel.com/ 📲 Connect with Quinn Emanuel: https://www.facebook.com/QETrialLawyers/ https://x.com/quinnemanuel https://www.linkedin.com/company/quinn-emanuel/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuAVJTZ1TkX9gPmf5ciJSjA #ArtistResidency #ArtsFunding #EmergingArtists #MidCareerArtists #CreativeOpportunities #CorporateArts #QuinnEmanuel #StudioResidency #GrantTalkPodcast #GrantWatch
🔑 Learn about community foundations in this episode. Hear the behind the scenes activity of approving grants and where these foundations get the money to fund unique projects. In this episode, Libby Hikind, Founder & CEO of GrantWatch.com, sits down with Ryanne Jennings, President & CEO of The Wayne County Community Foundation 🏡 in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Ryanne shares how The Wayne County Community Foundation channels resources into scholarship funds 🎓, donor-advised funds 💡, and field-of-interest funds 🌱 to support local nonprofits tackling education 📚, workforce development 🏗️, substance use disorder 💊, housing 🏠, and more. Plus, discover how a 200-year-old bequest from Ben Franklin 🏛️ helped lay the foundation for The Wayne County Community Foundation’s incredible legacy! 🌟 Topics Covered: ✅ The power of pooled community resources ✅ Grant opportunities for nonprofits ✅ Faith-based funding for community initiatives ✅ Emergency grants & donor-advised funds ✅ The thoughtful vetting process behind The Wayne County Community Foundation grants 📌 Whether you’re a nonprofit leader, grant seeker, or philanthropist, this episode is packed with insights on sustainable giving and impactful grantmaking. 📢 Watch now & be inspired to make a difference! 🔗 Links & Resources: Grants available now on GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com/foundation-grants.php https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/175769/grants-to-pennsylvania-nonprofits-in-eligible-regions-for-programs-to-benefit-residents.html 🌐 The Wayne County Community Foundation: Website: https://www.waynefoundation.org/ Facebook: waynecountycommunityfoundation Instagram: waynecountycommunityfoundation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wayne-county-community-foundation #communityfoundations #donoradvisedfunds #Education #emergencyfund 🚨 #grantmakingprocess 🔍 #GrantTalkPodcast 🎤 #GrantWatch💡#housing 🏠 #infrastructureupgrades 🏗️ #LibbyHikind 💖 #longtermcommunityneeds #nonprofits 🤲 #Pennsylvania #philanthropy #scholarshipfunds 🎓 #smalldonations 💵 #substanceusedisorder 💜 #supportlocalnonprofits #transportation 🚌 #workforcedevelopment 👩🏭
🎓Grants for Teachers: Teachers, are you looking for funding to support STEM education in your classroom? CNTA provides grants up to $500 to support hands-on STEM projects for K-12 educators in eastern Georgia and western South Carolina. Description: Ever wondered what happens after you hit "submit" on a grant application? In this episode of GrantTalk, host Libby Hikind sits down with Dr. Allison Hamilton from the Citizens for Nuclear Technology Awareness (CNTA) to uncover what happens behind the scenes when applying for grants. Whether you're a teacher looking for classroom funding or a student entering an essay contest, this episode is packed with insider knowledge on winning grants and scholarships! 📌 What You Need to Know: ✅ Open to K-12 teachers, including public, private, and charter schools ✅ Focus on STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) ✅ Preference for projects with sustained impact beyond a one-time activity ✅ Must include a budget, measurable outcomes, and alignment with state STEM standards ✅ Grant cycle runs October to February, with awards announced in the spring 💡 Example Project: One successful grant helped students study how radiation exposure affects plant growth, using X-rays from a parent working at an urgent care center! 🌱🔬 📢 Interested? Watch the full episode to learn how to write a strong grant application and increase your chances of securing funding! ✍️ High School Student Essay Contest: Are you a high school junior or senior with an interest in nuclear technology, energy, or space exploration? CNTA's annual essay contest offers cash prizes between $500 and $1,000 to students who research and write on key nuclear-related topics. 📌 Essay Details: ✅ Open to high school juniors and seniors ✅ Topics change each year – past topics have included: The role of nuclear technology in Mars colonization The future of nuclear energy in sustainability The impact of radiation in medicine and food safety ✅ Essays must be 1,000-1,500 words and well-researched ✅ Entries are reviewed by a panel of judges, with multiple winners each year ✅ Awards can be used for college tuition or technical school expenses 🛑 AI & Plagiarism Warning: All essays are checked for originality. Judges look for authentic student research and writing—AI-generated content won’t pass! 💰 Want to win scholarship money? Watch this episode for expert tips on writing a standout essay! 🔗 Useful Links: 📢 Check Out Grant Opportunities for Teachers → https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/199194/grants-to-georgia-and-south-carolina-k-teachers-in-eligible-counties-for-stem-related-education-projects.html https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/199194/grants-to-georgia-and-south-carolina-k-teachers-in-eligible-counties-for-stem-related-education-projects.html 📢 Learn More About the Essay Contest → https://cntaware.org/ 📢 #GrantWriting #TeacherGrants #STEMFunding #EssayContest #Education #Scholarships #GrantTalk #GrantWatch #EducationGrants #Scholarships #NonprofitFunding #EducationMatters #STEMEducation #GrantWriters #ClassroomGrants #StudentSuccess #FundingOpportunities #GrantTalk #WinningGrants #TeacherSupport #EssayContest #HighSchoolScholarships #FundingForEducators #CollegeScholarships #AcademicExcellence #NonprofitSupport #EducationInnovation #FutureLeaders #SchoolFunding #STEMOpportunities #ScienceEducation #EdTech #LearningMatters #NonprofitResources #ScholarshipOpportunities #GrantsForSchools #ClassroomInnovation #FundYourProject #EdFunding #EssayWritingTips
In this episode of GrantTalk, Libby Hikind, CEO of GrantWatch and author of The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO, sits down with Tim Tramble, President & CEO of St. Luke's Foundation of Cleveland, to discuss innovative funding strategies for nonprofits and grassroots organizations. Tim shares his foundation's unique funding approach, which prioritizes community impact over administrative strength, ensuring that organizations with deep local ties get the resources they need. He explains The Saint Luke's Foundation - Cleveland's three-tier funding model, including: ✅ Community Grants (up to $6,000) – Available to grassroots groups, including informal community initiatives. ✅ Staff Discretionary Grants (up to $25,000) – Based on the foundation's strategic focus areas. ✅ Board Grants (typically $40,000–$80,000) – For larger-scale projects with long-term impact. Tim explains that the St. Luke's Foundation priority is racial equity in grantmaking, the importance of grassroots efforts, how failure sometimes can lead to innovation and success, and how funders can invest in communities rather than dictate solutions. Tim Tramble said, "People who are wealthy have the power to make mistakes. They have the liberty to implement their own ideas. Those are the things that allow innovation to happen." He emphasized how trial and error, experimentation, and the ability to fail without severe consequences often lead to breakthroughs. How St. Luke’s Foundation, A Private Foundation Gives Out $8 Million in Grants Per Year and Fosters Innovation by Reducing the Fear of Failure ✅ Equitable, Trust-Based Philanthropy St. Luke’s operates on the principle of trust-based philanthropy, meaning they invest in organizations with strong community ties, even if they lack administrative experience. They focus on real impact over polished applications, ensuring that smaller, community-led groups have access to funding. ✅ Encouraging Experimentation & Risk-Taking Unlike traditional grant makers, St. Luke’s takes risks on new ideas and untested solutions if they show promise for real change. They recognize that innovation requires trial and error, and they give grantees the space to adapt and learn from their experiences. ✅ Funding Grassroots Organizations That Haven’t Had a Shot Tim said that many BIPOC-led and community-driven organizations struggle to access major funding due to administrative barriers. St. Luke’s intentionally funds these groups, allowing them to develop, fail, adjust, and grow—just like well-funded organizations in wealthier communities. ✅ Multiple Funding Levels to Support Growth By offering different grant tiers (community grants, discretionary grants, and board grants), organizations can start small, test ideas, and later expand. This structure ensures that organizations don’t need to be perfect from the start—they can refine their programs over time. ✅ Failure as a Path to Innovation Tim Tramble compares this approach to companies like 23andMe, which operated at a loss for years while refining their product. Wealthier organizations can endure multiple failures before finding success—and St. Luke’s Foundation is working to extend that ability to community-led initiatives. By investing in people and ideas rather than just polished proposals, St. Luke’s empowers organizations to take risks, innovate, and ultimately create lasting change. 🚀 GrantWatch actively monitors the evolving funding landscape—tracking federal grants, new foundation grants, private foundation grants and emerging opportunities. With thousands of active grants across various sectors, organizations can find alternative funding sources beyond federal aid. 📍 Geographic Focus: St. Luke’s Foundation primarily funds projects in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, with a special emphasis on three Cleveland neighborhoods. However, similar funding models exist nationwide, and nonprofits across the U.S. can explore new grants daily on GrantWatch. 🔍 Looking for Grants? Visit GrantWatch.com to discover federal, state, foundation and corporation grants for your nonprofit or business. 📚 Want to Learn Grant Writing? Check out Libby Hikind’s book "The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO" for expert insights on securing funding. 👉 Like & Subscribe for more interviews with top grant makers, funding experts, and nonprofit leaders. Let us know in the comments what grant topics you'd like us to cover next! #Grants #Nonprofits #FundingOpportunities #EquityInFunding #CommunityDevelopment #GrantWriting #GrantWatch #Philanthropy #SocialImpact #GrantTalk #TrustBasedPhilanthropy #Innovation #FailureToSuccess #CommunityWealth #EconomicEquity #GrassrootsFunding #WealthBuilding #BIPOCFunding #SocialCapital #MissionDriven #CapacityBuilding
Welcome to another inspiring episode of GrantTalk, hosted by Libby Hikind, the visionary founder of GrantWatch and the talented author of "The Queen of Grants"! This time, we are joined by Sarah Lyding, Executive Director of The Music Man Foundation. Tune in to discover how the power of music can enrich lives and drive meaningful systemic change. You won’t want to miss this enlightening conversation! 💡 What You’ll Discover: 👉 The legacy of Meredith and Rosemary Willson, creators of The Music Man Foundation. 👉 How music education and therapy programs are transforming communities. 👉 Key grant opportunities for nonprofits in Southern California. ✨ The Music Man Foundation’s Grant Programs: 🎼 Meredith Willson Awards: Provides significant operating support ($100,000–$1,000,000) to organizations utilizing music for systemic change. Learn more and apply: Grants to California Nonprofits Working to Achieve Systemic Change Through Music 🏛 Strengthening the Sector Grants: Supports advocacy and policy-level initiatives that fuse music to drive change. Application Deadline: January 24th, 2025. 🌟 Legacy of Meredith Willson: Best known for The Music Man and beloved songs like “It’s Beginning to Look Like Christmas” and the University of Iowa fight song, Meredith’s work continues to inspire systemic change through the foundation’s mission. 🎙 Episode Highlights: The intersection of music, learning, and well-being. Tips on writing compelling grant applications. How GrantWatch helps organizations find and secure impactful grants. 📢 Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about The Music Man Foundation: https://musicmanfoundation.org/ Explore grants on GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com/ Visit the National Meredith Wilson Awards page: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/207838/grants-to-california-nonprofits-working-to-achieve-systemic-change-through-music-for-general-operating-support.html 🔔 Subscribe for More Grant Opportunities: 📬 Share your experiences with music and systemic change in the comments below! 👍 Like this video to support nonprofits making a difference through music. 🔔 Hit the subscribe button for more inspiring GrantTalk episodes. #nonprofits #grantfunding #grantwatch #grantopportunities #funding #nonprofitgrants #socialimpact #nonprofitfunding #grantsforchange #grantmakers #philanthropy #nonprofitresources #grantwriting #grantapplication #communitygrants #nonprofitdevelopment #nonprofitorganization #systemicchange #fundingopportunities #grantalert #grantfunding2025 #grantwatchalerts #socialgood #charitablegiving #nonprofitcommunity #philanthropic
🎙️ Welcome to GrantTalk Ep 35! Join us for an enlightening conversation as Libby Hikind, CEO of GrantWatch.com, interviews Lisa Evangelos, the National Administrator of the Culinary Federation! In this engaging episode, Lisa discusses how they transformed their national conference with a $25,000 event grant from the City of Saskatoon. Discover the innovative strategies they implemented to not only revive the event after COVID-19 but also to promote community growth and enhance accessibility for everyone. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the impactful journey of the Culinary Federation! 🍽️ 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: 🌟 The Culinary Federation’s Mission: Discover how this professional association unites chefs and cooks across Canada with networking events, workshops, and conferences. 🎯 Grants in Action: Learn how Lisa secured $25,000 in grant funding to make conferences more affordable for members impacted by COVID. ✍️ Grant Writing 101: Lisa shares actionable tips for first-time grant writers, including planning ahead and leveraging resources like Grant Watch. 🌍 Tourism & Economic Impact: How hosting conferences in different cities creates economic opportunities for local communities. 🕵️♀️ Inside Tips: From building long-term relationships with grant providers to leveraging tourism grants, Lisa has a goldmine of advice! GrantTalk Links: 📖 The Queen of Grants: GrantWatch.com/Book 🎙️ GrantTalk Podcast: GrantTalk.com 🌐 GrantWatch Subscriptions: GrantWatch.com Culinary Federation Links 🌐 Culinary Federation: culinaryfederation.ca 📘 Facebook: Culinary Federation 📸 Instagram: @CulinaryFederation 🐦 Twitter: @CulinaryFed 💼 LinkedIn: Culinary Federation 💡 Ready to elevate your nonprofit or association with funding insights and success stories? Hit subscribe for more episodes! Like 👍 | Comment 💬 | Subscribe 🔔 #grantwriting #culinaryfederation #eventgrants #chefsupport #professionalassociations #postcovidrecovery #fundingsuccess #grantwatch #nonprofitgrowth #communityimpact #culinarycreativity #cheflife #culinaryarts #foodieinnovation #kitchenheroes #cookingcommunity #chefnetworking #culinaryevents #cookingwithgrants #foodindustrysuccess #professionalchefs #culinaryjourney #foodinspiration #chefsunite #cookingforsuccess #kitchendreams #culinaryleadership #chefgoals #cookingconferences #tasteofgrants
🎙️ Welcome to GrantTalk Ep 34! Join Libby Hikind, CEO of GrantWatch.com and author of The Queen of Grants, as she sits down with PR expert Sandy from Hey, Sandy PR & Communications. This episode is packed with actionable insights for nonprofits and small businesses looking to leverage PR for growth and funding. If you’re ready to go from local to global impact, this episode is for you! 🌍 🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode 🔑 Why PR is Essential: Nonprofits and small businesses can’t afford to skip PR—find out why it’s the missing link in your success strategy. PR's role in fundraising, volunteer engagement, and brand trust. 🛠️ PR Strategies That Work: Real-world steps to prepare your organization for PR success. How to leverage press releases, podcasts, TV, and social media for maximum impact. DIY tips if hiring a PR firm isn’t in the cards yet. 🌟 Success Stories: Love Serving Autism: From a dream to a $100K grant and nationwide impact. How GrantWatch expanded its visibility nationally and internationally with PR. 💬 Insights from the Experts 📝 "PR isn’t instant magic—it’s about relationships and strategy." – Sandy 📊 "Grant visibility starts with PR—everyone should recognize your organization's name – Libby 🎯 Episode Highlights The 3 key signs you’re ready for PR. How to craft compelling stories to attract media attention. The importance of leveraging earned media for fundraising. Busting myths: Do you need local PR firms, and are press releases enough? The cascade effect: Small grants lead to big opportunities. 📌 Resources Mentioned 📖 The Queen of Grants: GrantWatch.com/Book 🎙️ GrantTalk Podcast: GrantTalk.com 🌐 GrantWatch Subscriptions: GrantWatch.com 🔗 Contact Hey Sandy PR: 561-386-5262 https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-collier-64415811 💡 Ready to grow your nonprofit or small business? Hit subscribe for more insider tips, case studies, and actionable advice! Like 👍 | Comment 💬 | Subscribe 🔔 #NonprofitPR #SmallBusinessTips #GrantWriting #FundraisingIdeas #NonprofitGrowth #PublicRelationsTips #MarketingStrategies #GrantSuccess #NonprofitLeadership #MediaRelations #GrantOpportunities #PRForNonprofits #StorytellingForImpact #SmallBusinessGrowth #PRTips #HeySandyPR #GrantWatch #BusinessVisibility #PRStrategies #SocialImpact
🎙️ **Empowering Tourism: A Conversation with the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association** What’s the secret to boosting tourism and community growth? Join Libby Hikind, founder of GrantWatch, as she chats with Nan Devlin, Executive Director of the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association. Discover how innovative use of lodging tax revenues has transformed this stunning Oregon coastal destination with new signage, tourism facilities, and marketing strategies. Nan will share valuable insights on grant management and creating a sustainable economic model. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to turn a coastal gem into a thriving tourist hub! 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✨ Grant Opportunities: Dive into their three grant programs: - Tourism Signage Grants (Ongoing) - Tourism Facilities Grants ($6M awarded in 9 years) - Marketing Grants ($1.2M awarded in 9 years) ✨ Tourism Transformation: How a 10% lodging tax-funded roads, parks, and cultural hubs while supporting local businesses. ✨ Grant Writing Tips: Key strategies for aligning proposals with funder expectations to boost approval chances. ✨ Food Trail Innovation: Learn about Tillamook’s involvement in the North Coast Food Trail and Partners for Rural Food Systems. 📌 Featured Grants: ➡️ Tourism Facilities Grant: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/199686/grants-to-oregon-nonprofits-and-agencies-to-promote-local-tourism-in-eligible-regions.html ➡️ Tourism Marketing Grant: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/191973/grants-to-oregon-tourism-related-businesses-and-nonprofits-to-encourage-sustainable-tourism.html https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/216967/grants-to-oregon-nonprofits-and-businesses-for-marketing-and-events-to-promote-tourism.html Explore more funding opportunities like these at: GrantWatch.com Visit The Tillamook Coast Visitors Association at: https://tillamookcoast.com/ 🚀 Don’t miss this inspirational conversation packed with actionable advice for nonprofits, municipalities, and businesses looking to grow through tourism funding. ✨ Subscribe to GrantTalk for more expert insights and success stories. Let’s build thriving communities together! #communitydevelopmentgrants #communitybasedgrants #grantfundingstrategies #grantwritingadvice #grantwritingresources #granttalk #grantwatch #grantwatchmemberplus #historicrailroad #libbyhikind #lodgingtax #nandevlin #nonprofitfunding #nonprofitgrantopportunities #offseasonmarketing #oregontourism #parksandrecreation #performingartscentergrants #queenofgrants #sustainabletourism #tillamookcoastvisitorsassociation #tillamookcounty #tourismfacilitiesgrants #tourismmarketinggrants #tourismsignagegrants #yearroundeconomicactivity
🎙️ How Local Nonprofits Thrive: A Conversation with United Way of Racine County 🌟 Ever wondered how to truly impact your community? Tune in to this inspiring episode of GrantTalk, where Libby Hikind, the visionary founder of GrantWatch and author of "The Queen of Grants," teams up with Jessica Safransky Schacht, COO of the United Way of Racine County. Join them as they unveil the incredible behind-the-scenes efforts of the United Way and shine a light on how they empower nonprofits to drive real, meaningful change. You won't want to miss the insights and stories that could inspire you to make a difference! 💡 What You’ll Learn: ✨ Funding Done Right: How United Way chapters distribute donations to support impactful programs like BeLEAF Survivors’ Sexual Assault Services and SCAN (Stop Child Abuse and Neglect). ✨ Grant Application Tips: Common mistakes nonprofits make—and how to avoid them. ✨ Empowering Grassroots Groups: The rise of trust-based philanthropy and what it means for your organization. ✨ Success Stories: Inspiring programs that are transforming lives in Racine County. 📌 Featured Grants: Are you ready to make an impact? Check out these grant opportunities from United Way of Racine County: ➡️ Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/214587/grants-to-wisconsin-nonprofits-to-benefit-residents-in-eligible-regions.html ➡️ Grants to Wisconsin Nonprofits for Programs and Activities That Meet the Needs of Eligible Communities: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/214586/grants-to-wisconsin-nonprofits-for-programs-and-activities-that-meet-the-needs-of-eligible-communities.html 🚀 Don’t miss this insightful conversation packed with practical advice for nonprofits looking to boost their community impact. ✨ Subscribe to GrantTalk for more inspiring stories from nonprofit leaders and grant recipients. Let's build stronger communities together! #unitedway 🏘️ #nonprofitgrants 💰 #grantfunding ✅ #granttalkpodcast 🌾 #communityimpact 💡 #grantwritingtips ✍️ #philanthropy ❤️ #TrustBasedFunding 🤝 #capacitybuilding 📈 #libbyhikind 👩💼 #grantwatch atch 🔍 #nonprofitsuccess 🏆 #unitedway
📣 In this inspirational episode of GrantTalk, powered by GrantWatch, we take you to the heart of Appalachia, where The Wade Center is transforming lives! 🌟 Join your host Libby Hikind as she interviews Karen Harvey, a passionate advocate who has helped secure over $90,000 in grants to support at-risk children with enriching after-school and summer programs. 🌟 A Mission That Changes Lives Located in Bluefield, West Virginia, The Wade Center provides a safe, nurturing environment for children ages 6–12, offering programs that include: 📚 Homework Help 💻 Access to a State-of-the-Art Computer Lab 🎨 Art Classes and Field Trips ⚽ Physical Activities in a Playground & Gym 🙏 Devotionals and Character-Building Activities 💰 How Grants Make It All Possible Karen Harvey shares her incredible journey of securing grants that transformed her work. Check out these key grant wins: American Electric Power: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/197445/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-in-multiple-states-to-benefit-communities-in-the-areas-of-environment-education-and-human-services.html William and Helen Thomas Charitable Trust: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/174635/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-in-multiple-states-to-address-the-needs-of-the-underserved-and-to-protect-the-local-environment.html Dollar General Literacy Foundation: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/180349/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-libraries-and-schools-for-student-literacy-programs.html Nora Roberts Foundation: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/178281/grants-to-maryland-washington-dc-and-west-virginia-nonprofits-for-literacy-children-arts-and-humanitarian-programs.html Proliteracy Worldwide: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/199955/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-to-support-the-provision-of-literacy-services-for-students.html DiscoverE Outreach: https://www.grantwatch.com/grant/192568/grants-to-usa-nonprofits-for-programs-to-engage-students-in-engineering.html These grants have not only elevated the quality of their programs but have also sparked new opportunities for the children. 🎙 Meet the Team That Makes It Happen While Karen Harvey has been instrumental in securing funding, the center thrives under the dynamic leadership of Betty Brainerd, The Wade Center’s Executive Director. Known for her boundless energy, Betty ensures the center continues to grow and serve its mission with passion and purpose. 🔥 Grant Writing Tips from Karen Harvey For aspiring grant writers and nonprofits, Karen offers these golden tips: 1️⃣ Follow Directions: Answer funders’ questions directly and align with their mission. 2️⃣ Start Small: Build your credibility by applying for smaller grants first. 3️⃣ Leverage Success: Use past wins to strengthen future applications. 🌍 Be Part of the Change You can volunteer, donate, or partner to support The Wade Center’s incredible work! 📧 Contact: info@wadecenter.com 🌐 Website: The Wade Center 📍 Located in Bluefield, West Virginia, where hope is being rebuilt every day. 🔗 Want to Find Grants Like These? The Wade Center discovered its transformative funding opportunities through GrantWatch, the go-to resource for nonprofits and organizations seeking grants. Explore thousands of grant opportunities today: 🔗 Find Grants on GrantWatch 💬 Share your thoughts and stories in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell 🔔 to stay updated on more inspiring grant success stories. 📣 Together, we can change lives—one grant at a time! 💪 #GrantTalk #GrantsForGood #WadeCenter #AfterSchoolPrograms #NonprofitSuccess #CommunityImpact #grants #philanthropy #education #literacy #educationalcontent #funding #nonprofits