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 Washington nonprofit organizations, for-profit entities, and public agencies in eligible areas for programs and projects that promote local tourism. Funding is intended for festivals, cultural activities, and special events, or to operate tourism facilities. T
Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations for projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Funding is intended for programs and activities in the focus areas of arts and culture, environment, education, youth, civic and community services and amenities, p
Fellowships of $1,000 to Washington individuals in eligible locations for educational projects and professional development. Funding is intended to assist photographers, artists, naturalists, and naturalist teachers in promoting innovation and a connection to the land a
Grants of $10,000 and grants of $20,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations to offer business training to new businesses and entrepreneurs. Funding is intended to identify and address the particular needs of businesses working in the gig economy. Priority areas of foc
Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for activities that promote local tourism and increase overnight stays. Applicants must consult with program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to promote tourism and related act
Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations and municipalities in eligible locations for activities to increase tourism in eligible communities. Applicants must consult with program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to attract visitors and a
Opportunity for Washington, Oregon, Idaho, British Columbia, and Alaska graduate and undergraduate students to join a startup competition. The program is intended to allow student entrepreneurs to gain practice in business presentations and pitches. The competition is o
Grants to Washington nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and tribes to support general operations. Funding is intended to support applicants whose mission focuses on heritage, culture, and art. Priority will be given to organizations benefiting underserved pop
Grants to Washington owners or managers of multifamily housing projects to provide additional rental units to eligible tenants. Funding is intended for non-elderly individuals with developmental disabilities, with mental illness, or receiving long-term services and supp
Grants to Idaho and Washington nonprofit organizations and individuals to address critical needs in eligible counties. Focus areas include community service, education and youth, environment, and emergency energy assistance. Individuals and families with documented crit
