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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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Cooperative Agreement to a USA IHE for Maternal and Child Health Training Programs

Deadline: 07/08/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA institution of higher learning to provide training opportunities to current and future professionals in the field of mother's and children's health. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applyi...

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Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity to Publicize Research on Rural Health Care

Deadline: 07/08/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA nonprofit organization, governmental agency, for-profit organization, IHE, tribe, or hospital to disseminate and publicize research on rural health services. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to 1 month t...

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Grants to USA Agencies to Provide Services to Crime Victims

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grants to USA state and territory government agencies to support programs that assist victims of crime. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for projects and activities to benefit underserved vi...

GrantWatch ID#: 181796
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Grants and Cooperative Agreements to USA Agencies, Tribes, and Irrigation and Water Districts ...

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grants and cooperative agreements to USA and territories state agencies, irrigation and water districts, tribes, and water and power authorities in multiple states for the development of tools to manage water resources. Applicants are advised that required registr...

GrantWatch ID#: 186720
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Grants to USA Entities for Rural Medical Residency Programs

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grants to USA medical schools, IHEs, rural hospitals and healthcare centers, and tribal organizations and agencies to establish medical training programs in rural regions. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The p...

GrantWatch ID#: 189449
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Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, Tribes, and Agencies for Rural SUD Programs

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, faith-based and community-based organizations, tribes, and tribal organizations for programs addressing substance abuse. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to a...

GrantWatch ID#: 190162
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Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity for Technical Support to Rural Healthcare Programs

Deadline: 07/08/26

Cooperative Agreement to a USA nonprofit organization, for-profit, tribe, faith-based organization, IHE, agency, or hospital to improve rural health care. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to a month to finalize. The program is intende...

GrantWatch ID#: 192966
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Grant to a USA Entity to Create a Dental Health Professional Development Center

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grant to a USA nonprofit entity, hospital, or school of dentistry to create a professional development center for dental health professionals. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The goal of the program is to deve...

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Grants to USA State Agencies to Financially Assist Victims of Crime

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grants to USA state and territory government agencies to financially assist victims of crime. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to supplement state programs that offer financial compensation ...

GrantWatch ID#: 197154
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Grants to USA Entities for Substance Abuse Treatment Services in Rural Regions

Deadline: 07/08/26

Grants to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, for-profits, public entities, tribes, tribal organizations, and IHEs for substance abuse treatment and recovery services in rural regions. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be complet...

GrantWatch ID#: 213355
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