Higher ed grants offices are under pressure like never before: shrinking budgets, changing federal priorities, and rising expectations. In this episode, Maya Evans, founder of Leverage Education and certified grant writer, shares how colleges and universities can adapt their grant strategies for a turbulent future.

She covers:

• Why grant offices must treat funding as seed money for bigger initiatives
• How federal cuts are reshaping R1 institutions vs. community colleges
• Why grant leaders need a seat at the strategic table
• The business model canvas as a survival tool for grants offices
• What higher ed can learn from startups and the corporate world

Whether you’re a grant director, strategist, or higher ed leader, this conversation offers practical insights to navigate 2025 and beyond.