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 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, businesses, and individuals for programs and services to benefit eligible communities. Funding is intended to address the many years of negative effects caused to vulnerable areas by the stigmatization and criminalization of c
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, community colleges, and government agencies for workforce development programs. Applicants must prequalify and complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended to expand the clean energy workforce and p
Grant to an Illinois nonprofit organization in eligible locations to recruit workers for job opportunities in the renewable energy sector. Applicants must prequalify and complete the required registrations before applying. Funding is intended for career training for peo
Grant to an Illinois nonprofit organization or for-profit entity to implement and oversee a program that provides capacity-building support to CBOs working to strengthen community safety in eligible regions. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be
Grants to Missouri, Illinois, and Kansas nonprofit organizations for projects to enhance physical security and cybersecurity in eligible regions. The purpose of this program is to improve the ability of nonprofits to prevent and respond to terrorist attacks. Funding is
Grants of up to $2,000 to Illinois PreK-12 teachers, youth group leaders, and nature center personnel to engage students in hands-on environmental stewardship activities. Funding is intended for projects that are implemented on school grounds or other public spaces, suc
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations and government entities to promote conventions and tourism in eligible locations. New applicants must attend a workshop before applying. Funding is intended for programs, events, and festivals that attract overnight visitors. T
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations for projects and programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact the funding source before submitting a full application. Funding areas include arts and culture, built environment, and investigati
Grants to Illinois nonprofit arts and cultural organizations in eligible locations to address organizational needs. Funding is intended for activities including but not limited to responding to longstanding challenges and redefining partnerships. At least 65% of grants
Grants of up to $10,000 to Indiana and Illinois licensed childcare providers in eligible locations to achieve program goals. Funding is intended for projects such as a new curriculum, professional memberships, or new learning areas. The grant will enable childcare progr
