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 Minnesota nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for capacity building and operating support. Funding is intended to assist organizations that play a critical role in supporting small businesses located in historically underinvested areas, helping...
Fellowships of $25,000 to Minnesota artists for professional development activities. Funding is intended to support established ceramic artists who have shown mastery and dedication to their trade. Funding is intended for purchasing materials and equipment; experi...
Opportunity for Minnesota medical graduates who are recent immigrants to participate in a medical training program. The program will provide clinical, classroom, and community-based training to international medical school graduates. The purpose of the program is ...
Grants of up to $2,500 and grants of up to $5,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations for programs that improve the quality of life for residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for activities, projects, and events that benefit community members or str...
Grants to Minnesota nonprofit organizations and tribal entities for environmental projects. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended to protect the state's water resources, improve water quality, and implement infrast...
Grants to South Dakota and Minnesota nonprofit organizations for projects and programs to benefit local communities in eligible regions. Eligible activities are in the focus areas of community service, economic development, education and youth, the environment, an...
Grants to Minnesota postsecondary institutions, CBOs, Tribes, childcare providers, political subdivisions, and professional organizations to provide support services to student parents. The purpose of the grant program is to support the well-being, health, and aca...
Grants of up to $15,000 to Minnesota nonprofit organizations in eligible counties to expand and improve organizational capacity. Certain applicants must contact program staff prior to applying. Eligible organizations are those that primarily serve residents with l...
Grants of up to $15,000 to Minnesota public water systems for projects that protect source water. Funding is intended to provide sustainable and long-term management of drinking water sources. Priority will be given to projects that help to identify groundwater or...
Grants to Minnesota nonprofit, public, and tribal postsecondary institutions for programs to foster inclusive higher education opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Funding is intended to support initiatives that increase overall access and enrollment f...