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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 West Virginia Individuals, Nonprofits, and Businesses for America250 Projects

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to West Virginia individuals, nonprofit and religious organizations, government agencies, businesses, and educational institutions for America250 initiatives involving historic preservation of eligible buildings. Funding is intended for a range of activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 228768
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Partnerships With West Virginia Nonprofits to Improve Health Outcomes for Children and Families

Deadline: 08/01/26

Partnerships with West Virginia nonprofit organizations to promote programs and services that benefit children and families. Partnerships are intended to assist nonprofits that focus on primary prevention efforts for whole populations or particular groups, or seco...

GrantWatch ID#: 220490
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Grants to Oregon, Missouri, and West Virginia Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Resid...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $15,000 to Oregon, Missouri, and West Virginia nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities for programs that benefit families and children in eligible locations. Funding is intended for the...

GrantWatch ID#: 180840
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Grants to West Virginia Nonprofits for Small-Scale Humanities Projects and Events

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to West Virginia nonprofit organizations for humanities projects and events. Funding is intended to support activities that are open to the general public, including lectures, exhibits, and events. Eligible projects are rooted in one or more...

GrantWatch ID#: 179956
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Grants to Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio Nonprofits for Programs Benefiting Local Commu...

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio nonprofit organizations in eligible areas to benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support programs in the areas of education, community enrichment, environment, and nonprofit capacity support. Requests w...

GrantWatch ID#: 175758
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Grants to West Virginia Fire Departments and EMS Organizations for Equipment and Training

Deadline: 08/03/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to West Virginia fire departments and EMS organizations to enhance fire protection services in eligible locations. Funding is intended to defray the costs of equipment, supplies, and gear. Grants may also be used for training and related mat...

GrantWatch ID#: 171480
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Grants to Kentucky, Virginia, and West Virginia Artists for Visual Artworks

Deadline: 08/04/26

Grants of $5,000 to Kentucky, Virginia, and West Virginia artists for visual artworks in eligible regions. Funding is intended for non-traditional, independent, public-facing, collaborative, innovative and experimental projects that contribute to the modern visual...

GrantWatch ID#: 230493
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Grant to a West Virginia Business or Nonprofit to Support Business Growth

Deadline: 08/07/26

Grant to a West Virginia small business or nonprofit organization in an eligible location to support business growth and/or community-oriented projects. Funding is intended for a project that will have a positive impact on the local community or will support busin...

GrantWatch ID#: 223159
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Grants to Ohio and West Virginia Nonprofits to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 08/30/26

Grants to Ohio and West Virginia nonprofit organizations to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the focus areas of youth, teachers, community development, culture, seniors, veterans, and food insecurity. El...

GrantWatch ID#: 214838
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Grants to West Virginia and Ohio Nonprofits to Benefit Underserved Residents

Deadline: 08/30/26

Grants to West Virginia and Ohio nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit underserved residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve the quality of life for vulnerable populations. Eligible applicants serve residents in Woo...

GrantWatch ID#: 209950
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