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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 Small CBOs for Capacity Building Efforts

Deadline: 06/12/26

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#: 229567
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and CBOs for Community Arts and Beautification Activities

Deadline: 06/12/26

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#: 229568
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Economic Development and to Address Needs

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants of up to $5,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations to create jobs, improve economic infrastructure, address emergency needs, and promote charitable and service organizations in eligible regions. Funding is intended to implement projects or purchase n...

GrantWatch ID#: 168284
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Programs that Benefit Local Residents

Deadline: 06/12/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for programs and activities that benefit residents in eligible areas. Funding is intended to address educational, humanitarian, and charitable needs. Priority is given to projects that improve the local quality of l...

GrantWatch ID#: 197034
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits in Eligible Locations to Protect Animals

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations in eligible locations to protect animals. Funding is intended for initiatives in the program areas of animals and environment. The goal of the program is to prevent cruelty. Applications are accepted throughout the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 220220
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit the Community in Eligible Locations

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for projects to benefit the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support human service, faith-based, and educational organizations that are working to better the local community. Highest priority ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216737
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits for Programs and Services that Enhance the Lives of Reside...

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations for activities that enhance the lives of residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support services and programs that serve charitable, educational, literary, or scientific purposes. Preference will be...

GrantWatch ID#: 216921
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Health Needs in Eligible Locations

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

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and public entities for programs that enhance the health and well-being of residents in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a preliminary application before submitting a full proposal. Priority is given to pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 173652
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Address Homelessness

Deadline: 07/13/26 LOI Date: 06/15/26

Grants to North Carolina nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs to address and prevent homelessness. Funding is intended to assist families or individuals who are homeless or are at risk of becoming homeless. Focus areas include providing eme...

GrantWatch ID#: 163098
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Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits and Agencies to Benefit Women and Girls

Deadline: 06/15/26

Grants of up to $15,000 to North Carolina nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based entities for programs that benefit women and girls in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support general operating and programmatic expenses. The grant ...

GrantWatch ID#: 172305
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