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.


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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Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants to Tennessee privately owned marinas for projects that improve the visitor experience to the site. Funding is intended for marketing projects or infrastructure improvements that enhance the operation of the marina, improve the experience for the visitor, an...

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Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits, IHEs, and Schools for Arts Projects in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 04/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $2,500 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, colleges, universities, and K-12 schools for arts projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for arts-focused activities and programs that are o...

GrantWatch ID#: 216448

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits for Community Events that Attract Youth

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants of up to $1,500 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations for community events that attract youth in eligible regions. Funding is intended for activities that involve youth between the ages of 12 and 24. The purpose of the program is to improve scholastic achiev...

GrantWatch ID#: 217767

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits, IHEs, and Agencies for Health Improvement Programs

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations and clinics, universities and colleges, and government agencies for health improvement programs. Funding is intended to support health clinics and charitable groups that concentrate their efforts on youth health and deve...

GrantWatch ID#: 167953

Grants to Tennessee Veterans for Post-Secondary Education Expenses

Deadline: 05/01/26

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GrantWatch ID#: 195864

Grants to Tennessee and Kentucky Nonprofits for Projects to Improve Community Health

Deadline: 05/01/26

Grants to Tennessee and Kentucky nonprofit organizations for projects to improve community health in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff prior to submitting a proposal. All funded projects must positively impact health in the Foundation's ser...

GrantWatch ID#: 224091

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofit Neighborhood Groups to Strengthen Neighborhoods in Eligible Regi...

Deadline: 07/27/26 Conference Date: 05/05/26

Grants up to $6,500 to Tennessee nonprofit neighborhood groups for a broad range of community-oriented programs to strengthen neighborhoods in eligible regions. Applicants must attend a pre-application workshop prior to applying. Funding is intended to support dem...

GrantWatch ID#: 183678

Grants to Arkansas, Tennessee, and Mississippi Nonprofits for Initiatives that Benefit Local R...

Deadline: 05/08/26

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GrantWatch ID#: 180366

Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits for Community Improvement Projects in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 05/11/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations for community improvement projects in eligible regions. Previous grants have been awarded to cultural programs, schools, community action and neighborhood action committees, youth organizations, parks, and public librari...

GrantWatch ID#: 227696

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Deadline: 05/15/26

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