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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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Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, businesses, government institutions, schools, and tribal entities to install and utilize electric vehicle charging stations. The purpose of the program is to support infrastructure to transition fleet vehicles from fossi...

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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit Veterans

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, public service agencies, and public schools for programs and projects that benefit veterans and their families in eligible locations. Funding is intended for supportive programming and activities that serve and assist ve...

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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit local residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects and activities within the focus areas of education, health, environment, arts and culture, families and ...

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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Enhance the Health of Residents

Deadline: 07/17/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that enhance the overall health of residents in the area. In addition to program funding, the foundation will co...

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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Under-Resourced Residents

Deadline: 07/21/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to benefit high-need and under-resourced residents in eligible regions. Applicants are required to conduct a phone call with program staff prior to submitting an application. Applicant or...

GrantWatch ID#: 218338
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies for Outdoor and Natural Resource Projects

Deadline: 09/10/26 LOI Date: 07/23/26

Grants to Colorado land conservation organizations, local governments, special districts, and state agencies for activities to develop outdoor recreation and natural resources projects. Applicants must submit a concept paper and contact staff prior to applying. Fu...

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Grants to Colorado Agencies and Organizations for Land Conservation Projects

Deadline: 09/10/26 LOI Date: 07/23/26

Grants to Colorado local governments, state agencies, land conservation organizations, and special districts for land conservation projects. Applicants must contact staff and submit a concept paper prior to applying. Funding is intended for projects that protect a...

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Grants to Colorado Agencies, Organizations, and Special Districts for Outdoor Projects

Deadline: 09/10/26 LOI Date: 07/23/26

Grants to Colorado local governments, state agencies, land conservation organizations, and special districts for outdoor projects that enhance the quality of life for local communities. Applicants must contact staff and submit a concept paper prior to applying. Fu...

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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Agencies, and Schools for Children, Youth, and Family Policies

Deadline: 07/23/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and schools to address policies affecting children, youth, and families. Applicants must submit a preliminary application prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended to support public po...

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Grants to Colorado Businesses and Property Owners to Improve Commercial Buildings

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Colorado business and property owners to upgrade commercial buildings in eligible locations. Applicants must meet with program staff before applying. Funding is intended to enhance building facades, contributing to the beauty and historic...

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