Grant Writing & Funding

✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨ Ashia is a true animal lover who turned her passion into a nonprofit that’s spreading! If you have any questions, feel free to email holly@grantwritingandfunding.com I’d love to connect with you! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzIfwJt0az9KKwKz1Uc8vg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyrustick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wego-grants/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grantwritingandfunding/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/grantwritingandfunding/ Thanks for listening! Holly Rustick

✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨ Do you know the difference between research and evaluation? Or can you describe what a logic model is used for? This may seem like simple nuances, but not when you are writing a grant! In a grant application, the evaluation section can be up to 30 points! That is a lot when considering to be in the final running, your grant normally needs to score 93+ points. Dr. James Pann is on the podcast this week to break down the differences between evaluation and research, how to find someone to write the evaluation section, and what a logic model is. This is a must-listen for those who want to tighten up their grant writing skills! If you have any questions, feel free to email holly@grantwritingandfunding.com I’d love to connect with you! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzIfwJt0az9KKwKz1Uc8vg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyrustick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wego-grant

✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨ The nonprofits you work with (or the nonprofit you work at) need to not only look at grants, but also other funding sources. Yes, grants can be awesome, but the fiscal health of a nonprofit should not be fully reliant on grants. Get your FREE checklist at https://grantwritingandfunding.com/111 If you have any questions, feel free to email holly@grantwritingandfunding.com I’d love to connect with you! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzIfwJt0az9KKwKz1Uc8vg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyrustick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wego-grants/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grantwritingandfunding/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/grantwritingandfunding/ Thanks for listening! Holly Rustick

✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨ I met Vu Le at the Grant Writing Professionals conference in D.C. We talked after his wonderful keynote. I love his fresh outlook on the grant process and progressive nonprofits! If you have any questions, feel free to email holly@grantwritingandfunding.com I’d love to connect with you! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWzIfwJt0az9KKwKz1Uc8vg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hollyrustick LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wego-grants/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grantwritingandfunding/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/grantwritingandfunding/ Thanks for watching! Holly Rustick

I’m going to walk you through the outline of how to write a grant in 15 minutes. For some of you, this will be a reminder. But my goal is that you walk away from this podcast having learned at least one new thing! If you haven’t grabbed the free G.R.A.N.T.S. formula yet, that includes mini-videos and downloadables, then please visit: www.grantwritingandfunding.com If you are wanting the entire Master Course which includes five complete module video series, downloadables, sample grants, a private FB community, and lifetime 50% savings on private coaching with me then please visit: www.grantwritingandfunding.com/grantwritingmastercourse. To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

Dr. Bev Browning is the person everyone knows in the grant writing world. She is the author of 43 grant-related publications, including six editions (over 1 million books sold) of Grant Writing For Dummies™. Dr. Browning shared with me that she first started writing grants back in the 1970s. She’s been doing this for half a century and tells all on how grant writing has changed and how you as a freelance consultant can keep up with all those changes and trends. To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

If you are tired of tracking grants in Excel sheets or jumping around on Google and constantly missing out on deadlines, then Instrumentl might be what you are looking for. I met Angela in November 2019 at the Grant Professionals Association annual conference. After she showed me some of what Instrumentl can do, I asked her to be on the podcast! Eek, it was like she was reading my grant writing mind of how I want grant research presented. But what really intrigued me is that Instrumentl is a women-owned business, developed by women who actually worked in the nonprofit arena and faced some of the same overwhelming issues in grant research as all of us changemakers. Then they coupled with (ahem) another woman in the tech industry to work grant research magic. Love it! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking

I’ve been following Sean Croxton for about 8 years, AND I have learned (and continue to learn) SO much from him! Sean is the expert in money mindset and is a living example of how to physically and psychologically change your mindset. In this podcast, he explains money mindset, where he goes nerdy (non, woo-woo) into the wiring of the brain and how your past experience colors your current situations. Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

Get ready for 2020 with some strategic planning!

Hey Changemakers! It's our last episode of the decade so here's a mashup of our top 4 most listened to episodes including 2 great interviews! Happy New Year!

One of the most common questions I hear is “Should I become a certified grant writer?” Well, the answer is different for everyone! That’s why we walk you through all the ins and outs of certification in this episode. “I may not write grant proposals or manage grant funds, but I want to make sure that grant professionals everywhere have the tools and resources so that they can make those impacts on their communities.” -Mike Chamberlain In Today's episode, you'll learn about: -- How Mike got involved with grants and became an entrepreneur -- Getting started as an independent contractor or freelancer -- Developing a business plan for yourself -- Different tasks you can help a nonprofit with -- Networking resources for grant writers -- Types of grant writing certifications -- Should you become a certified grant writer? -- How long it takes to become certified -- The cost to become certified -- The GPA community where you can find your tribe Links: GPA: https://www.grantprofessionals.org GPCI: https://www.gran

If you think you don’t know enough to write a book, this episode will change your mind! “Turn the volume up on the voice of possibility. Choose to listen to someone who tells you that something is possible.” -Honoree Corder In Today's episode, you'll learn about: -- 4 Different streams of income -- How writing (now 51 books!) has changed her life -- Tips for getting paid to speak in public -- Why you should and can write a book -- The benefits of being a published author -- Traditional Publishing vs. Self Publishing -- Getting into consulting and finding clients -- Ways to develop your business when you don’t have much experience Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

There are so many acronyms when it comes to grant writing! In this interview with Boris Hertslet, we discuss two of the most important ones for getting federal grants - DUNS & SAM. In Today's episode, you'll learn about: --Guam TPAC - How they can help --The first steps toward getting federal grants --Getting you EIN from the IRS --What is the DUNS and why do you need it? --Tips for getting registered with the SAM --Common issues with DUNS & SAM Scam Alert - These are FREE! Never pay money. --The renewal process for every year --Finding free resources to help with federal grants Links: --EIN (Employer Identification Number) - https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/employer-identification-number --DUNS (Data Universal Number System) - https://www.grants.gov/applicants/organization-registration/step-1-obtain-duns-number.html --SAM (System for Award Management) - https://www.grants.gov/applicants/organization-registration/step-2-register-with-sam.html --PTAC (Procurement of Technical Assistanc

Hey changemaker! I am so excited about today’s podcast! I know I say that every week, but today is the 100th episode! Can you believe it? Before we even start today I want to say a HUGE THANK YOU for listening and hanging out with me on this journey! You are simply amazing! Today, I am paying homage to you and this podcast! You are going to learn about creating content, why it is super important to show your credibility as a nonprofit or consultant, how to effectively tell your story as a nonprofit or creating depth as a consultant, and create a movement for people to be part of! Of course, the content will help build up donors, funders, clients, and/or customers. I will give examples for both nonprofits and consultants for how you can get ahead without overwhelm before 2020 even kicks off. Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes.

Check out this week’s interview with Dan Portnoy to learn more about increasing funding through storytelling and to get ready for Giving Tuesday! Bio: Dan is the founder of Portnoy Media Group and the author of The Non-Profit Narrative: How Telling Stories Can Change the World. For over two decades, Dan has worked with the toughest outposts of Fortune 500 companies to get them back on track with big results. He is a sought after to help flesh out ideas, coach teams, and lead senior staff through the digital age. He is a story expert and builds narratives that remove the barriers between traditional cultivation and acquisition. Ready to connect with Dan? FREE course: How To Make #GivingTuesday Amazing Without A Plan... yet! Websites: Portnoy Media Group and Dan Portnoy Podcast: Copy That! Instagram & Twitter: @danportnoy In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: --Dan’s extensive background in nonprofit work --Using the simplicity of storytelling to connect --Assessing a nonprofit’s story,

Zac shares the ins and outs of his nonprofit while Holly provides TONS OF TIPS for increasing funding and getting more grants! “You have to talk to other people. Learn lessons that they’ve learned already so that you don’t have to make that same mistake.” - Zac Woonsam In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: --The reality of working with nonprofits --The inspiration behind Zac’s nonprofit --How he teaches and encourages middle school kids --The logistics of teaching children how to fly --The downside to giving things away for free --Strategies Zac uses to fund his nonprofit --How to move from foundation grants to federal funds --Tons of practical tips from Holly on getting federal grants --Making connections to increase funding --What to do when you can’t afford a grant writer (don’t miss this!) --Writing a press release to get more visibility *Mentioned in the interview: --Press Release Blog Post: http://www.grantwritingandfunding.com/77 --Press Release Podcast: https://grantwritingandfunding.podi

Matt Hugg’s passion is education, and he has so much to offer nonprofit organizations. Check out Nonprofit.Courses for access to more than 300 FREE courses! “When you’re working with a nonprofit, you get caught in that ‘mission bubble.’ There’s nothing wrong with that, but you need to be able to do more than that. You need to connect yourself out to other resources, whether it’s marketing, human resources, or accounting so that you can actually carry forward your mission.” - Matt Hugg In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: --How Matt got started with Nonprofit.Courses --His extensive background in teaching and online courses --Learning new skills to further your nonprofit’s mission --The diversity in the available courses on his website --Behind the scenes of nonprofits --The basics of successful fundraising --The mathematical formula for fundraisers --Three aspects you MUST cover to have success in raising money --Overcoming the major challenges in fundraising “There is an actual mathematical for

If you need some new and fresh ideas on fundraising then you definitely need to check out this interview! You will love Beaudy’s positive, infectious energy!! “Fundraising events should be 1) Safe, 2) Fun, and 3) Profitable!” - Beaudy Camancho In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: -How Beaudy got started with fundraising and why she built her business -The different categories and types of fundraisers, including definitions and examples ---Services ---Events ---Raffle/Sweepstakes ---Games/Contests/Competitions ---Grams/Giveaways ---Products ---Sponsorship/Donations ---Crowdfunding ---Loyalty Programs ---Collection Programs -Save time on fundraising by using expert advice -Tips for planning fundraising events -Unique and memorable fundraiser ideas you can borrow for your nonprofit! -Which fundraiser you should do in November -Creating a fundraising plan for 2020 “Turn your passion into a paycheck!” Biography: Beaudy Camacho is the founder of the events agency Fundforte, with a focus on fundrai

Self-care is vital! But how do we do it? I’d love to hear your ways, so if you have some great ideas, please send me an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com! 1)Plan your week in advance Self-care isn’t just doing nothing, but it is being intentional with your time. If you live in a big rush of overwhelm every week having huge projects that never end, then it is time to start creating your time. Believe me, if you do not sit down once a week and plan out all of your strategic blocks of time to get those projects done, they won’t get done. They will be on your to-do list for waaaay longer than you want. And by being on your to-do list for so long (with little to no forward movement), then they become big looming monsters that grow in size. Just the thought of them starts to stress you out and overwhelm you. Instead, give that goal an end date and then work backward week-by-week writing down one step toward that goal you can accomplish and schedule it in your planner. If you goal has a hard deadline

This is your chance to learn from someone who is 6 months into their grant writing business. Where could you be 6 months from now?! “Writing a grant is like writing a research paper and a business plan together.” - Derrick Clark In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: - Derrick’s military experience - His “why” for getting into grant writing and how he got started - How to use your experiences to develop a niche - Offering free services or volunteering to build relationships - Moving from free services to getting paid - Overcoming the difficult conversations associated with getting paid - Challenges of owning a grant writing business - Hiring freelancers or interns to help you with your business - Being prepared for upcoming grants - Different pitches you can use to make connections and build stronger relationships - Additional services you can offer in your business “Resolve to have an impact on your community.” Biography: Derrick Clark, M.A. Human Services Leadership, owner of DC Resolve Consu