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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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Grants to Washington, DC Artists and Humanities Practitioners to Support Arts and Culture

Deadline: 07/07/26

Grants to Washington, DC artists, arts professionals, and humanities practitioners to support arts and culture in the community. Funding is intended for individuals working in the following disciplines: visual arts, theater, humanities, dance, music, design arts, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 155003
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Grants to USA Nonprofits to Strengthen Jewish Girls and Women Across the Nation

Deadline: 07/07/26

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations to strengthen Jewish girls and women across the nation. Funding is intended for projects that provide empowerment through resources, education, advocacy, and networking. This program aims to strengthen the leadership capacity ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220614
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Grants to New Jersey Municipalities to Integrate Regional Climate Change Resilience

Deadline: 07/07/26

Grants to New Jersey municipalities and counties to integrate regional climate change resilience into development planning. Localities are expected to develop regional teams to work together by enhancing the region's comprehension of how climate change impacts mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 223446
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Grants to Texas Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Children in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 08/17/26 LOI Date: 07/07/26

Grants to Texas nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit children in eligible locations. First-time applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Funding is intended to address basic needs, such as food, shelter, clothing, education, and medica...

GrantWatch ID#: 173991
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, Lawyers, and Law Firms for Justice-Related Lawsuits

Deadline: 08/06/26 LOI Date: 07/07/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA nonprofit organizations, lawyers, and law firms for cases involving civil or human rights, economic justice, or environmental justice. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full application. For grants that achieve a co...

GrantWatch ID#: 175576
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Grants to USA Research Institutions and Agencies to Support Domestic Agricultural Industries

Deadline: 07/07/26

Grants to USA and territories research institutions, tribal governments, and state agencies for activities that support eligible domestic agricultural industries. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible progr...

GrantWatch ID#: 185585
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities to Develop Burn Therapeutics and Technologies

Deadline: 10/21/26 LOI Date: 07/07/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, and research institutes to develop therapeutics and technologies to treat burns. Applicants must submit a preproposal and complete required registrations prior to applying. Fund...

GrantWatch ID#: 230079
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Clinical Trials on Burn Treatments

Deadline: 10/21/26 LOI Date: 07/07/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations and public entities for clinical research or trials on burn treatments. Applicants must submit a preproposal and complete required registrations prior to applying. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230080
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Grants to Connecticut Healthcare Providers for AI Healthcare Models for Rural Residents

Deadline: 07/07/26

Grants to Connecticut healthcare providers, including hospitals, behavioral health treatment providers, public health agencies, medical practices, EMS, and Tribes, to implement AI healthcare models for rural residents. Applicants are advised that the required regi...

GrantWatch ID#: 229589
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Cooperative Agreements to USA Nonprofits to Improve the Safety of Waterways

Deadline: 07/07/26

Cooperative agreements to USA nonprofit organizations to improve the safety of waterways throughout the country. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to reduce the number of accidents, injuries,...

GrantWatch ID#: 178261
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