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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 Louisiana Nonprofits to Improve the Quality of Life in Eligible Parishes

Deadline: 07/31/26 LOI Date: 06/15/26

Grants to Louisiana nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life for residents in eligible parishes. Funding is intended to support innovative projects that address community issues, are sustainable beyond the funding period, and offer a strong likelihoo...

GrantWatch ID#: 173731
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Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Communities in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/19/26

Grants to Louisiana nonprofit organizations for activities and programs that benefit communities in eligible locations. Certain applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for projects and capital campaigns that address the root caus...

GrantWatch ID#: 199393
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Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Community Beautification Projects

Deadline: 06/21/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and institutions of higher education for projects and programs that enhance and beautify local neighborhoods. Funding is intended to support planting projects that foster community ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210585
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Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits, Agencies, Schools, and IHEs for Recycling Projects and Enviro...

Deadline: 06/21/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations, parishes, government agencies, schools, and institutions of higher education to promote environmental stewardship and education. Applicants must complete the required registration before applying. Fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 180029
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Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits and Agencies to Control Waste and Litter at Outdoor Events

Deadline: 06/21/26

Grants of up to $5,000 and grants of up to $10,000 to Louisiana nonprofit organizations and government agencies to reduce litter at outdoor events. Funding is intended to help event organizers incorporate practical ways to plan and manage operations, resulting in ...

GrantWatch ID#: 210582
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Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits to Enhance Quality of Life

Deadline: 06/25/26

Grants to Louisiana nonprofit organizations to enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs related to youth and children, older adults, housing, adult education, community leadership capacity building, beautification project...

GrantWatch ID#: 181032
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Grants to Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico Nonprofits for Youth Sports Pro...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico nonprofit organizations to support sports programming for youth throughout the funding's source's region. Funding may be used for capital purchases and projects as well as for league development. The g...

GrantWatch ID#: 170273
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Grants to Louisiana, Arkansas, and Oklahoma Nonprofits for Community Benefit Projects

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to Louisiana, Arkansas and Oklahoma nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that will benefit local communities. Funding is intended to support a range of organizations, including those working in the arts, education, civic and soc...

GrantWatch ID#: 180675
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Grants to Louisiana Nonprofits in Eligible Locations for Programs that Benefit Local Communit...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to Louisiana nonprofit organizations in eligible areas for projects that benefit local residents. Applicants must register with the Funding Source prior to applying. Funding is intended for programs within the focus areas of human services, healthcare, educ...

GrantWatch ID#: 179387
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Grants to Louisiana Agencies, Nonprofits, and For-Profits to Construct Public Shooting Ranges

Deadline: 07/01/26

Grants to Louisiana government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and businesses to plan and construct indoor and outdoor public target ranges and related facilities. Funding is intended to develop safe and accessible shooting ranges. The program funds two distinc...

GrantWatch ID#: 208760
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