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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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Residencies to USA, Canada, and International Individuals to Pursue Artistic Culinary Expressi...

Deadline: 07/05/26

Residencies to USA, Canada, and International individuals, collaborators, and collectives to explore their passion for artistic culinary expression. The residency takes place in two installments: a ten-day program in the winter and a culminating public program dur...

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Grants to USA Nonprofits for Substance Use Disorder Treatment Training

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government agencies, Indian tribes, and health facilities to improve education addressing opioid use disorders. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 183885
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Entities for Research to Advance Treatment for Childr...

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International government agencies, for-profits, IHEs, and nonprofit organizations for new research to advance medical treatment for children and pregnant women. Applicants must complete required registrations before submitting a full gra...

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Researchers for Autism Research Projects

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to USA, Canada, and International researchers for research projects to advance knowledge in the field of autism. The purpose of the program is to increase the research rate, enhance its scope, improve the circulation of results, and increase...

GrantWatch ID#: 203516
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Computer Science Students to Attend a Conference

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International computer science students for assistance to attend a conference on offensive technologies. Funding is intended to support registration fees, and to assist with travel and accommodation expenses. Grants will enable full-time...

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Computer Science Students to Attend a Conference

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International computer science students for assistance to attend a conference on computer security. Funding is intended to support registration fees, and to assist with expenses for travel and accommodations. Grants will enable full-tim...

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Computer Scientists to Attend a Conference

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International computer practitioners and scientists for assistance to attend a conference on computer security. Funding is intended for individuals from industry or academia who face barriers to attending the three-day symposium, which w...

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Computer Scientists for Conference Attendance

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International computer practitioners and scientists for assistance to attend a conference on offensive technologies. Funding is intended for individuals from industry or academia who face barriers to attending the event, which will take ...

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Computer Science Students for Conference Support

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International computer science students for assistance to attend a conference on vehicle security. Funding is intended to support travel and hotel expenses, and grant recipients will be awarded free registration. Grants will enable full-...

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Computer Scientists for Conference Support

Deadline: 07/06/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International computer practitioners and scientists for assistance to attend a conference on vehicle security. Funding is intended for individuals from industry or academia who face barriers to attending the event, which will take place...

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