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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 Colorado Technology Businesses for the Development of Early-Stage Technologies

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to Colorado technology businesses in eligible industries to support the development of early-stage technologies. Applicants are required to prequalify and register in the grant portal prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for disruptiv...

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Grants to Colorado Artists and Arts Organizations for Arts and Cultural Activities

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants to Colorado individual artists and arts organizations for arts and cultural activities in eligible locations. Projects should enhance the local community or provide some organizational benefit to the individuals they are intended to serve. Eligible applican...

GrantWatch ID#: 167293
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Agencies, and Individuals for Environmental Projects

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, government entities, and individual agricultural landowners for forest health, wildfire resilience, and agricultural land conservation projects. Funding supports planning, education, partnerships, agricultural operations...

GrantWatch ID#: 220654
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that align with the core values of recreation, environmental sustainability, humanitarian efforts...

GrantWatch ID#: 219641
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Schools, Churches, and Agencies to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/28/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, schools, churches, and government agencies to improve services that benefit residents in eligible regions. The goal of the funding program is to support projects that preserve and enhance local communities. Eligible orga...

GrantWatch ID#: 186711
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 09/30/26 LOI Date: 08/29/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations to benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects and activities related to education, organizations serving senior citizens, and specific human services. Successful applicants must use grant fu...

GrantWatch ID#: 171859
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits and Agencies for Horticultural Projects

Deadline: 09/30/26 LOI Date: 08/30/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to Colorado nonprofit organizations and government agencies for horticultural projects. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for program and project support, research, matchin...

GrantWatch ID#: 168986
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Grants to Colorado Agencies and Nonprofits for Horticultural Projects

Deadline: 10/31/26 LOI Date: 08/30/26

Grants of up to $75,000 to Colorado government agencies and nonprofit organizations for horticultural projects. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended for capital and matching grants, but other program...

GrantWatch ID#: 231629
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Grants to Colorado Nonprofits, Tribes, and Groups for Environmental Justice Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Colorado nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, neighborhood groups, and mutual aid networks for environmental justice projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support a range of initiatives to benefit communities on the front line or ad...

GrantWatch ID#: 223040
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Grants to Colorado Neighborhood Groups for Activities to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Colorado qualifying neighborhood groups for activities to benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for a range of activities to benefit residents and create a sense of connection. Programming must be free and inclusive and serve all n...

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