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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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In-Kind Software Donations to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and For-Profits to Add...

Deadline: 04/24/26

In-kind donations to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit and for-profit organizations to address cyber-security issues. Grantees will receive software and resources. Eligible projects are related to software development and should improve the organizations op...

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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Early-Career Psychologists for Research on Children A...

Deadline: 04/24/26

Grants of up to $22,000 to USA, Canada, and International early-career psychologists to support research addressing children with serious emotional disturbance. Funding is intended for research in the areas of early intervention and treatment. The goal of the prog...

GrantWatch ID#: 178476
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Organizations for People Empowerment Projects

Deadline: 04/26/26

The summary grant details are still being written by our team. You can click here to see our work in progress and go directly to the funder's application page on their website.

GrantWatch ID#: 228516
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Students for a Design and Engineering Conference

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate and graduate students at institutions of higher education to participate in workshops and conferences related to design and engineering. Funding is intended to support registration fees and help with travel an...

GrantWatch ID#: 192237
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Grants to USA Investigators for Research Related to Mental Health Disorders

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants to USA early-career investigators affiliated with nonprofit research institutions for psychiatric disorder research in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects spanning basic/preclinical, translational, and clinical research, with focus areas in...

GrantWatch ID#: 198229
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Computer Scientists to Attend a Conference

Deadline: 04/27/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International computer scientists and practitioners to participate in a conference about design and engineering. Funding is intended for travel expenses and conference registration for individuals who face financial barriers to attending...

GrantWatch ID#: 219676
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Artists to Create and Perform Depictions of American ...

Deadline: 04/28/26

Grants of $60,000 to USA, Canada, and International artists to create and perform presentations depicting various elements of democracy. Eligible performances must be new works and may be multi-disciplinary or in the fields of opera, music, dance, and theater. The...

GrantWatch ID#: 213606
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Investigators for Studies to Ensure the Health of Ass...

Deadline: 04/29/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International investigators for studies to ensure the health of assistance dogs. Applicants are required to register in the grant portal and receive approval prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to safeguard the emotio...

GrantWatch ID#: 225778
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Universities and Research Institutes, and Scholarship...

Deadline: 04/29/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International universities and research institutes, and scholarships to PhD scholars for research projects related to forced migration. Funding is intended to support internationally-oriented projects that address questions that have not...

GrantWatch ID#: 225801
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Opportunity for USA Students to Join a Competition to Improve the World

Deadline: 04/30/26

Opportunity for USA students to join a competition to improve the world. Students from grades five to eight are invited to submit original innovative proposals. Entry topics include robotics, home improvement, automotive, safety, AR/VR, and climate tech. Finalists...

GrantWatch ID#: 227258
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