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
Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, mission-based organizations, faith-based groups, schools, and agencies for projects that benefit residents, businesses, institutions, and organizations in eligible regions. Proposed projects should result in measurable o...
Grants of up to $50,000 to Maryland small businesses to mitigate losses sustained during the construction of a rail line. Funding is intended to cover labor, working capital, rent and mortgage payments, and utility expenses. Awards will be prioritized based on the...
Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for activities to promote childhood development in eligible counties. Funding is intended for initiatives that help parents understand the stages of childhood development and for programs that improve family stability. El...
Grants to Maryland organizations for sports programs that benefit individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support adaptive athletics equipment and other expenses that promote access and participat...
Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations, civic groups, faith-based entities, and government agencies to improve the quality of life for local residents in eligible communities. Funding is intended for programs and services within a range of focus areas includin...
Grants of up to $5,000 to Maryland local jurisdictions and nonprofit organizations for activities to foster cultural heritage tourism in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support projects such as educational programs, events, tours, exhibits, planning, and ...
Award to a Maryland nonprofit organization in eligible regions to recognize outstanding achievement in meeting community needs. The award is intended to honor one nonprofit organization that has shown excellent leadership and involvement and has provided benefit t...
Grants of up to $10,000 to Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia nonprofit organizations to address the legal needs of women and girls in eligible regions. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to applying. Past proposals have addressed domestic violence...
Grants to Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington, DC, Virginia, and West Virginia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, libraries, and schools for programs and projects that benefit residents. Funding is intended for initiatives in the focus areas of social ju...
Grants to Maryland law enforcement agencies and local school systems to enhance safety and security in local schools. Funding is intended to support law enforcement coverage during school hours, as well as during after-school activities. Grant funds may be used to...