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.


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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Deadline: 08/14/26

Loans to Maryland businesses owned by military reservists, veterans, and National Guard personnel for business expenses. Funding is intended for business-related costs. For veterans with disabilities, grants can be used for accessibility projects and to defray oth...

GrantWatch ID#: 226030

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit organizations for charitable activities that will benefit residents in eligible locations. Past grants have funded parks and museums, senior centers, children's homes, literacy programs, homeless programs, a youth refugee mentoring pro...

GrantWatch ID#: 171627

Grants to Maryland Arts Nonprofits to Promote the Arts

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to Maryland nonprofit arts organizations to promote the arts and enrich the lives of local residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to encourage diversity and excellence in the arts, broaden opportunities for local artists and arts organizations...

GrantWatch ID#: 172811

Opportunity for Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia Residents for Career Development

Deadline: 08/15/26

Opportunity for Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia individuals to participate in a professional development program. The opportunity is intended to assist career-oriented individuals who have previously been incarcerated. Through classroom training and work ex...

GrantWatch ID#: 225052

Grants to Maryland Property Owners and Local Business Owners for Capital Improvement Projects

Deadline: 08/15/26

Grants to Maryland property owners, tenants, and local business owners in eligible regions for capital improvement projects. Eligible projects are exterior improvements, including roofing, lighting, signage, murals, sidewalks, window and door upgrades, and storefr...

GrantWatch ID#: 231654

Grants to Maryland IHEs to Increase Access to Higher Education for Underserved Students

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants to Maryland accredited academic institutions to increase access to higher education for students in eligible locations. Funding is intended to encourage collaboration between the state's institutions of higher education and local education agencies to help ...

GrantWatch ID#: 153677

Grants to Maryland Community Associations for Transportation-Based Projects

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants to Maryland community associations in eligible locations for transportation-based activities. Funding is intended to support community improvement projects such as streetscapes, bus shelters, sidewalks, speed humps, streetlights, transportation safety items...

GrantWatch ID#: 229216

Grants to Maryland Local Governments to Improve Outdoor Recreational Facilities

Deadline: 08/19/26

Grants to Maryland local governments to improve outdoor recreational facilities and green space systems. Funding is intended to support capital projects to develop, enhance, or expand parks, green spaces, trails, playgrounds, and water recreation facilities in tow...

GrantWatch ID#: 174302

Grants to Maryland Nonprofits, IHEs, Agencies, and Schools to Create Public Artwork

Deadline: 08/21/26

Grants of up $30,000 to Maryland nonprofit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and schools for public works of art. Funding is intended for the development and installation of a wide range of artwork to benefit local communities. All artwork must be fully ac...

GrantWatch ID#: 197523

Subsidies to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC Taxis for Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicles

Deadline: 08/21/26

Subsidies of up to $5,000 to Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC cab owners and operators of wheelchair-accessible taxis for repair and maintenance activities. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding i...

GrantWatch ID#: 209329
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