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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 USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and Tribes to Address Nutrition and Food Access

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA government agencies, nonprofit entities, and tribal agencies to address nutrition and food access in underserved communities. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Funding is intended for training and technical assistanc...

GrantWatch ID#: 152478
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Fellowship to a USA Filmmaker to Complete a Work in Progress

Deadline: 07/16/26

Fellowship to a USA filmmaker to complete a work in progress. In addition to a cash award, the fellow will receive mentorship, networking opportunities, story and editing consultation, and coverage of travel, lodging, and admittance fees for the funding source's a...

GrantWatch ID#: 222419
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Grants to USA Land Management Agencies and Tribes for Transportation Infrastructure

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA Federal land management agencies and Tribes for transportation infrastructure improvements. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Eligible applicants may apply on behalf of state, county, or local gove...

GrantWatch ID#: 205287
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Grants to USA Indian Tribes to Develop and Regulate Energy Resources

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA Tribal Energy Development Organizations and Indian Tribes to develop and regulate energy resources. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for the development of a legal framework to regulate Tribal energy resourc...

GrantWatch ID#: 230014
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Grant to a USA Entity to Develop Assistive Technologies

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grant to a USA agency, IHE, tribal organization, state, or for-profit organization to develop assistive technologies. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended to develop assistive and rehabilitation technologies that use AI to in...

GrantWatch ID#: 230016
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Grants to USA Tribes and Consortia for Suicide Prevention Programs

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA tribes, tribal organizations, and consortia for suicide prevention programs for Native youth up to age 24. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended to build a network of services and s...

GrantWatch ID#: 230303
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Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits and Agencies for Cryo-ET Research

Deadline: 07/16/26

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#: 230660
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Grants to USA Counties in Multiple States to Replace or Repair Eligible Bridges

Deadline: 07/16/26

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#: 230985
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Grants to USA and Canada Researchers to Study the Development of Communicable Diseases

Deadline: 11/12/26 LOI Date: 07/16/26

Grants to USA and Canada researchers affiliated with nonprofit IHEs to study the development of communicable diseases. Applicants must submit an LOI prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for researchers at the assistant professor level to explor...

GrantWatch ID#: 171502
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Grants to USA Entities for Programs to Promote Housing Stability Among Veterans

Deadline: 08/07/26 LOI Date: 07/16/26

Grants to USA government units, endowment funds, and nonprofit, faith-based, educational, and medical research organizations for initiatives to promote housing stability among military veterans. The purpose of the funding program is to provide services and program...

GrantWatch ID#: 216371
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