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 Mississippi nonprofit organizations and government agencies for charitable activities that benefit eligible communities. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of education, healthcare, and the improvement of environmental, cul...
Grants to Mississippi property owners and business owners for exterior building enhancements in downtown districts of eligible regions. Funding is intended for facade improvements that revitalize the character and attractiveness of the area. Eligible properties mu...
Grants to Mississippi government agencies and municipalities to provide public recreational facilities. Funding is intended to support projects to acquire land and develop outdoor sites and facilities. Eligible projects must be open to the general public. Emphasis...
Grants of up to $1,000 to Mississippi nonprofit arts organizations and government entities for professional development opportunities and capacity-building efforts. First-time applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding may also be used to hire ...
Opportunity for Mississippi professional artists to be included in a roster of state artists. Successful applicants will have opportunities to be hired for presentations, workshops, and performances throughout the state. Community arts groups, schools, libraries, ...
Grants to Mississippi community tennis associations, junior tennis leagues, and nonprofit organizations to increase access to tennis programs for minority populations. Funding is intended to support the expansion of existing programs or start-up costs for new prog...
Grants to Mississippi nonprofit organizations for programs and activities to benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended for projects within the focus areas of technology in education, early childhood education, place-based education and civic enga...
Scholarships to Mississippi individuals in eligible locations to achieve academic education goals. Funding is intended to support higher education, which is fundamental to helping families and raising overall economic standards. The program's goal is to help creat...
Grants to Mississippi nonprofit and faith-based organizations in eligible counties for initiatives, programs, and projects to benefit local children and youth. Funding is intended to support the following focus areas: community service, child welfare, education an...
Grants of up to Arkansas, Mississippi, and Tennessee nonprofit organizations for programs that enhance the quality of life for older residents in eligible regions. New applicants must submit a letter of intent, and returning applicants must contact staff, prior to...