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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 North Carolina Entities for Initiatives to Promote Health Equity

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit and faith-based organizations, entrepreneurs, local businesses, and universities for initiatives to provide health services and resources in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support applicants who help share accurate, tim...

GrantWatch ID#: 216786
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Grants to North Carolina Arts Nonprofits for Programming and Operational Assistance

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina nonprofit arts organizations for operational support and arts programming that benefits communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for costs related to conducting high-quality arts programs or operating an arts ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214942
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Grants to North Carolina For-Profits for Business Expansion and Development Projects

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000, and grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina companies to promote business expansion and development in eligible locations. Applicants must meet with program staff before submitting an application. Funding is intended to stimulate the esta...

GrantWatch ID#: 198383
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Grants to North Carolina Farmers to Improve Operations

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $10,000 to North Carolina individual farmers and collaborations to promote the development of new sources of agricultural income in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support operations that are verifiable farm businesses. Eligible expenses...

GrantWatch ID#: 198384
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits to Benefit Residents and Animals in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to benefit residents and wildlife in eligible locations. Funding is intended to improve the lives of people and animals. Previous grantees include community clinics, nutritional programs, learning centers, humane so...

GrantWatch ID#: 207167
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits, Agencies, and IHEs for Arts Programming

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, municipalities, Tribal organizations, libraries, and IHEs to support the arts in eligible regions. Funding may be requested for arts programming or organizational support. Applicants must be located...

GrantWatch ID#: 128509
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies for Projects that Improve Healthcare

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, schools, and faith-based entities for projects that improve healthcare in eligible areas. First-time applicants must complete a grant workshop before applying. Funding is intended for activitie...

GrantWatch ID#: 186705
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Community Benefit Programs

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $25,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for community benefit programs in eligible regions. Funding is intended for services in the areas of health and wellness, treatment, education, youth, economic and community development, environment...

GrantWatch ID#: 158536
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Grants to North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia Nonprofits, Agencies, and Farmers Market...

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and farmers' markets to support activities that promote agriculture in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects that advance the future ...

GrantWatch ID#: 214117
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Enhance the Local Quality of Life

Deadline: 06/30/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and public agencies to enhance the quality of life in eligible locations. Applicants must meet with program staff before applying. Funding is intended for innovative proposals that meet the needs of residents and ad...

GrantWatch ID#: 152145
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