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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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Contract for Services to Missouri Home Visiting Agencies to Enhance Maternal and Child Health

Deadline: 08/23/26

Contract for services to Missouri home visiting agencies for initiatives to enhance the health of pregnant and postpartum women and their families in eligible regions. Successful applicants will provide home healthcare services according to an approved, evidence-b...

GrantWatch ID#: 230531
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Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, and Agencies for Environmental and Cultural Projects

Deadline: 08/27/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Missouri nonprofit organizations, government agencies, school districts, and faith-based entities for programs that preserve cultural and natural resources in eligible locations. Funding is intended for environmental and conservation edu...

GrantWatch ID#: 212365
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Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, Agencies, Churches, and Schools to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $3,000 to Missouri nonprofit organizations, government agencies, churches, and schools to support projects and institutions that offer important community services in eligible locations. The Foundation has a preference for projects that are innovat...

GrantWatch ID#: 158924
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Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, Schools, and Agencies to Benefit the Local Community

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations, schools, and government agencies to benefit the local community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities and projects that increase community awareness and address the root causes of poverty. Funding mus...

GrantWatch ID#: 173073
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Grants to Missouri Emergency and Fire Organizations for Training and Equipment

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Missouri emergency and fire organizations in eligible regions for training and equipment. Funding is intended to cover a range of expenses, including but not limited to training materials, training activities, communications equipment, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 204232
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Grants to Missouri Nonprofits, Agencies, Churches, and School Districts for Community Needs

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Missouri nonprofit organizations, government entities, faith-based institutions, and school districts serving eligible regions to address community needs. The purpose of funding is to improve the quality of life for local residents. App...

GrantWatch ID#: 204768
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Grants to Missouri Business and Property Owners for Capital Improvements to Building Facades

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants of up to $2,000 to Missouri business owners and property owners for capital improvement projects to commercial buildings in eligible locations. Funding is intended to increase accessibility, enhance building aesthetics, and encourage investments. All improv...

GrantWatch ID#: 217341
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Grants to Missouri Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants to Missouri nonprofit organizations for programs to benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programming and general operating support to promote STEM subjects, strengthen families, support first responders and veterans, and invest...

GrantWatch ID#: 219125
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Grant to a Missouri Nonprofit, School, or Agency to Improve the Lives of Local Residents

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grant to a Missouri nonprofit organization, school, faith-based organization, or government entity for programs and projects that impact residents in local communities in eligible regions. The purpose of the grant program is to improve the lives of residents. Prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 222466
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Grants and Scholarships to Missouri Residents for Educational and Charitable Purposes

Deadline: 08/31/26

Grants and scholarships to Missouri residents for educational and charitable purposes in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support religious, scientific, literary, and charitable activities, as well as provide college scholarships. Scholarship funds may b...

GrantWatch ID#: 227456
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