🎙️ 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

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