Grant Writing & Funding

Dr. Bev Browning is the person everyone knows in the grant writing world. She is the author of 43 grant-related publications, including six editions (over 1 million books sold) of Grant Writing For Dummies™. Dr. Browning shared with me that she first started writing grants back in the 1970s. She’s been doing this for half a century and tells all on how grant writing has changed and how you as a freelance consultant can keep up with all those changes and trends. To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

If you are tired of tracking grants in Excel sheets or jumping around on Google and constantly missing out on deadlines, then Instrumentl might be what you are looking for. I met Angela in November 2019 at the Grant Professionals Association annual conference. After she showed me some of what Instrumentl can do, I asked her to be on the podcast! Eek, it was like she was reading my grant writing mind of how I want grant research presented. But what really intrigued me is that Instrumentl is a women-owned business, developed by women who actually worked in the nonprofit arena and faced some of the same overwhelming issues in grant research as all of us changemakers. Then they coupled with (ahem) another woman in the tech industry to work grant research magic. Love it! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

I’ve been following Sean Croxton for about 8 years, AND I have learned (and continue to learn) SO much from him! Sean is the expert in money mindset and is a living example of how to physically and psychologically change your mindset. In this podcast, he explains money mindset, where he goes nerdy (non, woo-woo) into the wiring of the brain and how your past experience colors your current situations. Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

Get ready for 2020 with some strategic planning!

Hey Changemakers! It's our last episode of the decade so here's a mashup of our top 4 most listened to episodes including 2 great interviews! Happy New Year!

One of the most common questions I hear is “Should I become a certified grant writer?” Well, the answer is different for everyone! That’s why we walk you through all the ins and outs of certification in this episode. “I may not write grant proposals or manage grant funds, but I want to make sure that grant professionals everywhere have the tools and resources so that they can make those impacts on their communities.” -Mike Chamberlain In Today's episode, you'll learn about: -- How Mike got involved with grants and became an entrepreneur -- Getting started as an independent contractor or freelancer -- Developing a business plan for yourself -- Different tasks you can help a nonprofit with -- Networking resources for grant writers -- Types of grant writing certifications -- Should you become a certified grant writer? -- How long it takes to become certified -- The cost to become certified -- The GPA community where you can find your tribe Links: GPA: https://www.grantprofessionals.org GPCI: https://www.grantcredential.org Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

If you think you don’t know enough to write a book, this episode will change your mind! “Turn the volume up on the voice of possibility. Choose to listen to someone who tells you that something is possible.” -Honoree Corder In Today's episode, you'll learn about: -- 4 Different streams of income -- How writing (now 51 books!) has changed her life -- Tips for getting paid to speak in public -- Why you should and can write a book -- The benefits of being a published author -- Traditional Publishing vs. Self Publishing -- Getting into consulting and finding clients -- Ways to develop your business when you don’t have much experience Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

There are so many acronyms when it comes to grant writing! In this interview with Boris Hertslet, we discuss two of the most important ones for getting federal grants - DUNS & SAM. In Today's episode, you'll learn about: --Guam TPAC - How they can help --The first steps toward getting federal grants --Getting you EIN from the IRS --What is the DUNS and why do you need it? --Tips for getting registered with the SAM --Common issues with DUNS & SAM Scam Alert - These are FREE! Never pay money. --The renewal process for every year --Finding free resources to help with federal grants Links: --EIN (Employer Identification Number) - https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/employer-identification-number --DUNS (Data Universal Number System) - https://www.grants.gov/applicants/organization-registration/step-1-obtain-duns-number.html --SAM (System for Award Management) - https://www.grants.gov/applicants/organization-registration/step-2-register-with-sam.html --PTAC (Procurement of Technical Assistance Centers) - https://www.aptac-us.org/ Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

Hey changemaker! I am so excited about today’s podcast! I know I say that every week, but today is the 100th episode! Can you believe it? Before we even start today I want to say a HUGE THANK YOU for listening and hanging out with me on this journey! You are simply amazing! Today, I am paying homage to you and this podcast! You are going to learn about creating content, why it is super important to show your credibility as a nonprofit or consultant, how to effectively tell your story as a nonprofit or creating depth as a consultant, and create a movement for people to be part of! Of course, the content will help build up donors, funders, clients, and/or customers. I will give examples for both nonprofits and consultants for how you can get ahead without overwhelm before 2020 even kicks off. Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

Check out this week’s interview with Dan Portnoy to learn more about increasing funding through storytelling and to get ready for Giving Tuesday! Bio: Dan is the founder of Portnoy Media Group and the author of The Non-Profit Narrative: How Telling Stories Can Change the World. For over two decades, Dan has worked with the toughest outposts of Fortune 500 companies to get them back on track with big results. He is a sought after to help flesh out ideas, coach teams, and lead senior staff through the digital age. He is a story expert and builds narratives that remove the barriers between traditional cultivation and acquisition. Ready to connect with Dan? FREE course: How To Make #GivingTuesday Amazing Without A Plan... yet! Websites: Portnoy Media Group and Dan Portnoy Podcast: Copy That! Instagram & Twitter: @danportnoy In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: --Dan’s extensive background in nonprofit work --Using the simplicity of storytelling to connect --Assessing a nonprofit’s story, internally and externally --How to make the most of Giving Tuesday --Dan’s FREE course - How To Make #GivingTuesday Amazing Without A Plan... yet! --Why Giving Tuesday shouldn’t be your BIG campaign --The best timing for recurring gifts --Tips for improving your email marketing --Dan’s next book coming soon! Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

Zac shares the ins and outs of his nonprofit while Holly provides TONS OF TIPS for increasing funding and getting more grants! “You have to talk to other people. Learn lessons that they’ve learned already so that you don’t have to make that same mistake.” - Zac Woonsam In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: --The reality of working with nonprofits --The inspiration behind Zac’s nonprofit --How he teaches and encourages middle school kids --The logistics of teaching children how to fly --The downside to giving things away for free --Strategies Zac uses to fund his nonprofit --How to move from foundation grants to federal funds --Tons of practical tips from Holly on getting federal grants --Making connections to increase funding --What to do when you can’t afford a grant writer (don’t miss this!) --Writing a press release to get more visibility *Mentioned in the interview: --Press Release Blog Post: http://www.grantwritingandfunding.com/77 --Press Release Podcast: https://grantwritingandfunding.podia.com/step-by-step-tips-to-write-a-press-release-sample-template “Step 1 - Have a dream. Step 2 - Go big or go home. Step 3 - Work your butt off” - Zac Woonsam Biography: Zac Woonsam is the Executive Director of Youth Inspiration Nation Inc, a non-profit that is dedicated to providing motivation, inspiration, and education through aviation. In a nutshell, he teaches little kids how to fly. Zac founded Youth Inspiration Nation in 2017, and it's been the most painfully brutal, yet amazingly gratifying experience he's ever had. His favorite saying is, "If it was easy, it wouldn't be any fun!" You can find Zac on his website https://inspirekids.us/ or on Facebook and Instagram! @AviationEducation4Kids. You can also help the kids get their wings by making a donation on Giving Tuesday this year! https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/support-aviation-education-4-kids/ Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

Matt Hugg’s passion is education, and he has so much to offer nonprofit organizations. Check out Nonprofit.Courses for access to more than 300 FREE courses! “When you’re working with a nonprofit, you get caught in that ‘mission bubble.’ There’s nothing wrong with that, but you need to be able to do more than that. You need to connect yourself out to other resources, whether it’s marketing, human resources, or accounting so that you can actually carry forward your mission.” - Matt Hugg In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: --How Matt got started with Nonprofit.Courses --His extensive background in teaching and online courses --Learning new skills to further your nonprofit’s mission --The diversity in the available courses on his website --Behind the scenes of nonprofits --The basics of successful fundraising --The mathematical formula for fundraisers --Three aspects you MUST cover to have success in raising money --Overcoming the major challenges in fundraising “There is an actual mathematical formula for fundraisers.” Biography: Matt Hugg is president and founder of Nonprofit.Courses, an on-demand, online (and very cost-effective) educational resource for nonprofit leaders, staff, board members and volunteers. He’s the author of the Guide to Nonprofit Consulting, and teaches nonprofit management at several universities, via the web, and in-person in the United States, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Matt’s past work includes fundraising universities and nonprofits. He has a BS from Juniata College and an MA in Philanthropy and Development from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota. You can email Matt at matthugg@nonprofitedu.com or find him on social media at Nonprofit.Courses! You can also find his books on Amazon. Check out the book that Matt recommends in the interview: A Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

If you need some new and fresh ideas on fundraising then you definitely need to check out this interview! You will love Beaudy’s positive, infectious energy!! “Fundraising events should be 1) Safe, 2) Fun, and 3) Profitable!” - Beaudy Camancho In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: -How Beaudy got started with fundraising and why she built her business -The different categories and types of fundraisers, including definitions and examples ---Services ---Events ---Raffle/Sweepstakes ---Games/Contests/Competitions ---Grams/Giveaways ---Products ---Sponsorship/Donations ---Crowdfunding ---Loyalty Programs ---Collection Programs -Save time on fundraising by using expert advice -Tips for planning fundraising events -Unique and memorable fundraiser ideas you can borrow for your nonprofit! -Which fundraiser you should do in November -Creating a fundraising plan for 2020 “Turn your passion into a paycheck!” Biography: Beaudy Camacho is the founder of the events agency Fundforte, with a focus on fundraising, special events, and custom parties. Ms. Camacho has received numerous awards and recognition for her products, services, volunteerism, and support for many causes such as the success and well-being of others, education, arts, and the environment. With the most recent being the Small Business Association's 2018 Home-based Business Champion for the Island of Guam. Plans for the future of Fundforte include giving back to the community through free publications in digital and print and creating a program to bring birthday parties to the less fortunate. The company will soon be providing more digital products, online courses and 1:1 coaching on fundraisers, parties and special events that will assist other event planners, fundraiser coordinators and party promoters or entertainers to become the best versions of themselves. For more information on Beaudy or the Fundforte team, please visit www.fundforte.com where you can find links to all their social media, podcasts, and YouTube channel! Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

Self-care is vital! But how do we do it? I’d love to hear your ways, so if you have some great ideas, please send me an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com! 1)Plan your week in advance Self-care isn’t just doing nothing, but it is being intentional with your time. If you live in a big rush of overwhelm every week having huge projects that never end, then it is time to start creating your time. Believe me, if you do not sit down once a week and plan out all of your strategic blocks of time to get those projects done, they won’t get done. They will be on your to-do list for waaaay longer than you want. And by being on your to-do list for so long (with little to no forward movement), then they become big looming monsters that grow in size. Just the thought of them starts to stress you out and overwhelm you. Instead, give that goal an end date and then work backward week-by-week writing down one step toward that goal you can accomplish and schedule it in your planner. If you goal has a hard deadline then it makes it easier as you know exactly where to work backward from! Don’t overthink this step. Just sit down for an hour once a week and schedule out your entire week. Even your schedule for the gym, picking up the kids, buffer time in checking your email and even downtime. 2) Say no more than yes You have your week scheduled so you know what your bandwidth is. But I also know that life happens and sometimes you stray off your best-intentioned schedule. There’s a party you didn’t know about, your kid gets sick, you have a migraine one day, there’s a storm, etc. That’s why it is important to factor in buffer time and move forward in at least one step on each project per week rather than waiting for the last week to do it all! (Yes, guilty at doing that at times). But as Robin Arzon says, “No is a complete sentence.” She’s right. It is easier to say no when you are in the habit of planning your time! The thing is if it isn’t a complete, “Heck, yeah!” it should be a no. That is a good indicator. If you aren’t truly excited about it, then you are going to dread doing it and nobody wants that energy. But even before the “heck, yeah” comes out of your mouth, what you should say is, “let me check my planner and get back to you.” Because you need to see what your bandwidth allows. I even schedule my volunteer work in my planner because it is a part of my load. Now when people ask me to volunteer for additional items, I know that my volunteer time is already filled up. I don’t even tell them I will check my calendar, my answer is, “my plate is already full.” 3) Listen to your body Sometimes you do need that day off! I know that I like to hustle hard. I love to fill my schedule and accomplish big audacious goals. But sometimes, I need a day off when it isn’t planned. My body’s way of telling me to slow down and take an unintentional day off is giving me a migraine. Yes, I believe that our bodies are smarter than our minds with survival. And my body is like, here is a migraine to make you go lie down and take a nap. Of course, I can’t always do that, but most often I don’t have a choice. I know it’s going to be a day that I will get a massage and an early night to sleep and that if I push through my work won’t be that productive anyway. But the next morning, after a massage and an early to bed night I am 110% slaying my projects. Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding

This is your chance to learn from someone who is 6 months into their grant writing business. Where could you be 6 months from now?! “Writing a grant is like writing a research paper and a business plan together.” - Derrick Clark In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about: - Derrick’s military experience - His “why” for getting into grant writing and how he got started - How to use your experiences to develop a niche - Offering free services or volunteering to build relationships - Moving from free services to getting paid - Overcoming the difficult conversations associated with getting paid - Challenges of owning a grant writing business - Hiring freelancers or interns to help you with your business - Being prepared for upcoming grants - Different pitches you can use to make connections and build stronger relationships - Additional services you can offer in your business “Resolve to have an impact on your community.” Biography: Derrick Clark, M.A. Human Services Leadership, owner of DC Resolve Consulting and Proposal Writing. He is an Army Veteran who served 8 years as a combat medic with the 101st Airborne Division, current spouse of an Army Environmental Science Officer. He transitioned from active duty service nearly 5 years ago, completed undergraduate and graduate degrees to begin working with veteran service organizations ranging from homeless veteran and substance abuse case manager to managing regional veteran benefits programs. Derrick recently moved to Honolulu, HI and started a business that provides consulting and proposal/grant writing services to nonprofit organizations. Currently, he works with San Antonio veteran nonprofits writing state grants, local foundation proposals, social media marketing and creating event flyers. Also, he recently began building a relationship with the Prevent Suicide Hawaii Task Force to find out what needs they have. You can connect with Derrick through his website www.dcresolve.com, via email at dclark@dcresolve.com, or on Facebook @DCResolveConsulting. Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube! To share your thoughts: Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com To help out the show: Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them! Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube. Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding