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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 Tennessee Nonprofits to Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $35,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions to benefit women and girls in eligible regions. Funding may be used for program expenses, staffing, program enhancements, travel, and materials. Eligibl...

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Grants to Tennessee Agencies and Nonprofits for Environmental Clean-Up

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to Tennessee government agencies, nonprofit organizations, groups, and schools for projects that protect and improve the environment. Funding is intended to support solid waste disposal, planting projects, stream clean-up activities, and the...

GrantWatch ID#: 181095
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Grants to South Carolina and Tennessee Nonprofits for Medical Research, Disease Management, En...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to South Carolina and Tennessee nonprofit organizations for charitable activities in eligible counties. Funding is intended for programs and projects in the focus areas of medical research, disease management, environment, and education. Organizations must ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220312
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Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits and Agencies for Arts and Cultural Programs

Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations and government agencies for arts and cultural projects and programming. Funding is intended for publicly accessible arts activities. The goal of the grant program is to increase the availability of arts e...

GrantWatch ID#: 180772
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Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, public libraries, and public schools for arts activities in eligible regions. Applicants must complete required registration prior to applying. All projects must be accessible ...

GrantWatch ID#: 218496
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Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits, Agencies, Churches, and Schools to Enhance the Quality of Life

Deadline: 08/01/26 LOI Date: 07/01/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, government agencies, churches, and schools for projects to enhance the quality of life for local residents in eligible locations. Applicants must attend an information session. Program focus areas include health, econom...

GrantWatch ID#: 143383
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Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits for Programs that Assist Low-Income Families

Deadline: 07/13/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that assist low-income families. Funding is intended to help disadvantaged households achieve increased self-sufficiency. The goal of the grant program is to build strong families by connecting ...

GrantWatch ID#: 209283
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Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits in Eligible Regions to Strengthen Organizational Capacity and S...

Deadline: 08/01/26 Conference Date: 06/25/26 LOI Date: 07/15/26

Grants to Tennessee nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for projects that strengthen organizational capacity and sustainability. Funding is intended to support organizations that work in the focus areas of healthcare, education, community, and social servi...

GrantWatch ID#: 226563
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Grants to Tennessee Forest and Farm Landowners to Recover Losses from a Natural Disaster

Deadline: 07/21/26

Grants to Tennessee forest and farm landowners to recover from losses incurred by Hurricane Helene in eligible counties. Funding is intended to cover part of verified losses due to timber and agricultural damages. Eligible farm-related losses may include future ec...

GrantWatch ID#: 228609
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Grants to Tennessee Nonprofits, Agencies, and Educational Institutions for Programs to Benefit...

Deadline: 07/28/26

Grants of up to $7,500 to Tennessee nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions for programs and projects to benefit residents in eligible locations. The purpose of the program is to enhance the quality of life and enhance the econom...

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