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
Grants of up to $10,000 to Virginia and West Virginia nonprofit organizations in locations served by the funding source for activities that support rural communities and agriculture. Funding is intended to support programs and initiatives in areas that include, bu...
Grants to West Virginia nonprofit organizations and government agencies to address community needs. Funding is intended for projects and programs in the focus areas of substance use reduction, strengthening public safety responses, and supporting reentry and rehab...
In-kind grants to West Virginia nonprofit organizations serving low-income residents. Grantees will receive tax vouchers that they may distribute to donors. The purpose of this program is to promote charitable giving and to increase the capacity of local organizat...
Grants and in-kind support to West Virginia schools to promote the sport of archery. Grantees will receive funds and/or equipment to support archery programs. Priority will be given to new programs, but existing programs are also eligible. The goal of the grant pr...
In-kind grants to West Virginia organizations, governmental agencies, and schools in eligible counties for tree planting kits and assistance. Funding is intended to promote the planting of urban trees on public land. Priority will be shown to projects that engage ...
Grants of $4,000 to Pennsylvania and West Virginia school districts and mental health organizations for mental health training. Funding is intended for training, resources, and education on suicide prevention and depression. Grants may be used to purchase mental h...
Grants to West Virginia property owners for economic and community development projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to redevelop and return to use properties containing abandoned mines. Priority is given to projects that address the health and safet...
Grants to West Virginia and Ohio nonprofit organizations, schools, fire departments, and police departments to enhance the health and well-being of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to assist health-focused organizations based in or serving the ...
Grants to West Virginia and Ohio nonprofit organizations and public institutions for projects to address health and wellness equity in eligible counties. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding is intended to addre...
Grants of up to $5,000 to West Virginia and Ohio nonprofit organizations and public institutions to provide material aid or services to poor and vulnerable populations in eligible counties. Applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Material aid may ...