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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 South Carolina Entities for Indoor Exhibits on the American Revolution

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers to create indoor interpretive displays and exhibits related to the American Revolution. The purpose of the program is to support projects t...

GrantWatch ID#: 232058
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for Local Community America250 Events and Projects

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for America250 celebrations and commemorations in local communities throughout the state. Funding is intended for a wide range of activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 232059
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for Marketing for Historic Tourism Events

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for projects to support historic tourism related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for marketing activities, including studie...

GrantWatch ID#: 232060
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for Research Related to the American Revolution

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, museums, visitor centers, individuals, and businesses for research projects related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for digitization and genealogy projects such as...

GrantWatch ID#: 232061
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for American Revolution Educational Programming

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for educational programming related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for educational activities at the K-12, collegiate, or ...

GrantWatch ID#: 232062
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for American Revolution Historic Signage and Markers

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers for historic markers and signage projects related to the American Revolution. Funding is intended for a wide range of projects, including l...

GrantWatch ID#: 232063
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Grants to South Carolina Entities for American Revolution Site Development and Renovation

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina government agencies, Tribes, IHEs, nonprofit organizations, societies, museums, and visitor centers to develop American Revolution-related historical sites. Funding is intended for site renovation, development, acquisition, and planning ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 232064
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits for Programs, Services, and Capital Projects

Deadline: 10/01/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Grants to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for new programs, expanded services, and capital projects that benefit residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff and submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended to launch innova...

GrantWatch ID#: 176231
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Grants to South Carolina Nonprofits for Projects and Programs Benefiting Residents

Deadline: 09/22/26 LOI Date: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs that serve residents in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff and submit an LOI prior to applying. Funding is intended for new programs and activities; to enhance an...

GrantWatch ID#: 204687
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Grants to South Carolina Organizations for Early Childhood Education Initiatives

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $1,000 to South Carolina nonprofit organizations, churches, public schools, municipal governments, and civic groups for early childhood education programming in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support educational initiatives serving chil...

GrantWatch ID#: 226103
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