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Grant Writing & FundingThe Future of Philanthropy: 2025 Trends and InsightsExplore how cause-driven giving, advocacy, and innovation are reshaping nonprofits in 2025 and beyond. Tune in to listen to Micheal Thatcher from Charity Navigator.In this conversation, Holly Rustick speaks with Michael Thatcher, CEO of Charity Navigator, about the evolving landscape of nonprofit evaluation and philanthropy. They discuss the launch of new funds, trends in giving, and the importance of advocacy in the nonprofit sector. Michael shares insights on how giving patterns are changing, particularly among younger generations, and the impact of recent legislative changes on nonprofits. ...2025-07-0839 minGrant Writing & FundingEp: 403 Spilling the Tea on all Things AI and Grant Writing with Phil DengGrant pros, we’re spilling the tea! Holly Rustick and Philip Deng (Grantable CEO) dive into the wild world of AI + grant writing—from cheap-clothes tech to deep strategy. If you’re using (or side-eyeing) AI for grant writing, this one’s a must-listen.THIS episode! Grant writers, grab your headphones—because we’re spilling the tea on all things AI! Holly Rustick sits down with Philip Deng, CEO of Grantable, to talk about how AI is shaking up grant writing. From the risks of ‘fast fashi...2025-05-271h 09Grant Writing & FundingCelebrating 400 Episodes: Top Grant Writing Tips and Encouragement from 35 Industry Leaders AND a Free Master Grant TemplateWe have exciting news to share: The Grant Writing & Funding Podcast just hit its 400th episode! 🎉We couldn’t have reached this amazing milestone without YOU—your support, your curiosity, and your drive to make a difference in the nonprofit world.To celebrate, Holly Rustick, our founder and host, is giving you something extra special: an exclusive, FREE 5-part private podcast series, “Inside the Master Grant Template: Private Strategies from Our Signature Framework”, hosted by Holly Rustick and the Freelance Grant Writer Academy. Plus, you will get:A Master Grant TemplateA downloadable Workbook you can use right a...2025-05-0946 min
Inspired Nonprofit LeadershipAddressing Toxicity in Nonprofit Culture with Holly Rustick Join Sarah Olivieri in another insightful episode of Inspired Nonprofit Leadership where she speaks with Holly Rustick, a world-renowned grant writing and business coach. They dive into the challenges and opportunities faced by nonprofit leaders, including the importance of mindset, the complexities of grant writing, and the necessity of preparation and self-care. Holly shares her expertise on how nonprofits can pivot in response to changes in the funding landscape and offers practical tips for executive directors and board members. If you're involved in nonprofit leadership or considering a transition to consulting, this episode is packed with valuable insights to...2025-03-0637 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 376: Why Branding is More than Just Color or Fonts with Erin DavisWelcome to another insightful episode of the Grant Writing & Funding Podcast! This week, Holly Rustick is joined by Erin Davis, founder of Matchbox Women and a renowned brand strategist and marketing coach. Together, they break down why branding is so much more than just colors and fonts—it’s about building a strong foundation that resonates with your values, mission, and unique voice in the nonprofit and freelance sectors.
In this conversation, Erin and Holly discuss the transformative power of building a cohesive brand strategy to communicate effectively and attract your ideal clients. From clarifying your core values and creating a mi...2024-11-1929 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 377: How Nonprofits are Ranked on Gender Equality With Amy CrossIn this week’s episode of the Grant Writing & Funding Podcast, Holly Rustick sits down with Amy Willard Cross, founder of GenderFair, to discuss groundbreaking efforts to bring gender equality evaluations to nonprofits. GenderFair, known for assessing businesses, organizations, and even governments for gender representation and pay equity, has now expanded to evaluate nonprofits. Discover how GenderFair analyzes leadership, pay disparity, and diversity reporting across 22,000 nonprofits using IRS 990 data and more.
Holly and Amy explore why gender equality matters for all nonprofits, how donors and freelance grant writers can leverage GenderFair data, and why fair representation benefits organizations of all si...2024-11-0652 min
Grant Writing & FundingBonus Ep: 5 Reasons You Aren’t Hiring or Retaining Your Team***Doors to the Grant Professional Mentorship are open until August 2nd, 2024
Join Now or Book a Sales Call: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/grant-professional-mentorship
The Grant Professional Mentorship is a 12-Month Group Coaching Mastermind where Grant Professionals Double Your Revenue with a Part-Time Team, Systems, and a Scaling Offer - Without Burning Out.
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
In this episode, Holly explains what’s in the grant professional mentorship curriculum, how grant writers can make more money without working mo...2024-07-3024 min
Grant Writing & FundingBONUS EP: REPLAY OF THE WEBINAR "DOUBLE YOUR REVENUE WITH PART-TIME TEAM"***Doors to the Grant Professional Mentorship are open until August 2nd, 2024. Book now: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/grant-professional-mentorship
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
In this episode, Holly shares the 3 strategies to overcome burnout and to hire a part-time team for your grant writing business, without slashing your owner's pay.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 347: You Don't Need to Have a Grant Writing Agency to Scale Your Business***Doors to the Grant Professional Mentorship are open until August 2nd, 2024. Book now: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/grant-professional-mentorship
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
In this episode, Holly explains the four major areas of a grant writing business, the different types of grant writing assistants, and how a grant writing mentorship program can help you.
She also talks about the differences between freelance grant writers and grant writing agencies, the different streams of income grant writers can use and what...2024-07-2820 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 345: $43K in Grant Training in 6 Weeks***Doors to the Grant Professional Mentorship are open until August 2nd, 2024. Book now: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/grant-professional-mentorship
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
In this episode, Holly explains the amount of time it takes to put on a grant training, how much money you can make from grant training, and how to market your grant training program.
She also talks about the difference between doing grant training in person and online, how to convert people you’re training to yo...2024-07-2828 min
Grant Writing & FundingBONUS: Behind-the-Scenes of the Rebrand for Grant Writing & Funding***Doors to the Grant Professional Mentorship are open until August 2nd, 2024. Book now: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/grant-professional-mentorship
Holly Rustick will show you how to double your revenue by hiring a part-time team and have efficient and peaceful systems for your grant writing business.
The Grant Professional Mentorship is a 12-Month Mastermind Coaching Program for 5 to 6-figure Grant Professionals to Double Your Revenue with Scalable Services, Systems and a Part-Time Team.
We will open up Sales Calls to book your spot in the Grant Professional Mentorship directly after the webinar - with limited seats.
We open the doors to the Grant...2024-07-2841 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 349: Everything Inside the Grant Professional Mentorship Mastermind***Doors to the Grant Professional Mentorship are open until August 2nd, 2024.
Grant Professionals - Double Your Revenue with a Part-Time Team, Systems, and a Scaling Offer - Without Burning Out. https://grantwritingandfunding.com/grant-professional-mentorship
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
In this episode, Holly explains what’s in the grant professional mentorship curriculum, how grant writers can make more money without working more hours, and common problems grant writing businesses have.
She also talks about the frameworks grant writing bu...2024-07-2856 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 348: Scale Your Grant Writing Business with an Identity Shift***Doors to the Grant Professional Mentorship are open until August 2nd, 2024. Book now: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/grant-professional-mentorship
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
In this episode, Holly explains the difference between being a freelance grant writer and a business owner, the identity that comes with being a business owner, and the benefits of bringing new team members into your grant writing business.
She also talks about growing a side hustle into a business, how to get a business owner...2024-07-2833 min
Nonprofit Lowdown#296 - Managing Grantwriters with Holly RustickIn this episode of Nonprofit Lowdown, I sit down with Holly Rustick to explore the nuances of grant writing and discuss the challenges within the nonprofit sector. Holly shares her journey from stumbling into grant writing while abroad, to becoming a seasoned grant writer and nonprofit consultant.
We delve into the strategic differences between in-house and freelance grant writers. Holly advocates for freelance grant writers due to their specialized focus and flexibility, contrasting with the often overloaded roles of in-house grant writers who juggle multiple responsibilities. She emphasizes that freelance grant writers can offer tailored expertise without...2024-07-2243 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 336: Why Mothers Need to Quit Their Nonprofit JobsIn this episode, Holly talks about the difference between male and female grant writers, the benefits of working from home as a mother, and the freedom that comes with being a freelance grant writer
She also explains how to transition from working for a nonprofit to writing grants as a freelancer., how you can increase your income through freelance grant writing, and how to set up your business acumen skills.
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
Doors to the...2024-05-1229 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 333: BONUS Grant Writing is a Legacy SkillIn this episode, Holly talks about the skills grant writers need to become business owners, how grant writers should design their service offerings, and why nonprofits often pay for people to join The Freelance Grant Writer Academy.
She also explains the business acumen skills you learn in The Freelance Grant Writer Academy, the value of a master grant writing template, and how grant reviews can help grant writers and their nonprofits.
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
Doors to...2024-05-0924 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 331: BONUS Sales is Not a Sleazy Word: Selling Grant Writing Services to Nonprofits is EthicalIn this episode, Holly talks about the importance of knowing the services and prices you offer, following an ethical sales system, and setting the right expectations when talking to nonprofits,
She also explains how to present a business plan to a nonprofit, why freelance grant writers are often more desirable than in-house grant writers, and the skills you need to be a grant strategist.
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
Doors to the Freelance Grant Writer Academy are Now...2024-05-0736 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 327: BONUS Doors to the Freelance Grant Writer Academy are OPEN - Is it for Me?**Doors OPEN! *** The Freelance Grant Writer Academy is a 12-Month group coaching program for new and experienced grant writers to get everything you need to replace your full-time income by working flexible hours while writing high-quality grants quickly.
Our students have earned more than $60Million+ in grant funding, and in less than a year, have earned $1.2MIillion+ in income into their grant writing businesses.
The price to the Academy is only One Payment of $2,500 (Get 2 Months Free!) or 12 Monthly Payments of $250.
Doors close on Sunday, May 12th at 11:59 pm EST. Join Now: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-grant-writer-academy
In this episode, Holly...2024-05-0336 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 325: Get your 9-5 Nonprofit to Pay for the AcademyListeners are invited to sign up for a free webinar, “Replace Your Full-Time Income, on Flexible Hours, by Writing High-Quality Grants Fast” on Tuesday, April 30th at 4pm – 5:30 pm EST where Holly will delve deeper into the strategies for creating a full-time income on flexible hours as a grant writer.
In this episode, Holly explains the different features available in the freelance grant writer academy, what you’ll learn in the academy, and why a nonprofit will pay for you to attend the academy.
She also talks about the different grant training and reviews available, how much it normally costs to get a...2024-04-3018 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 324: BONUS Part-Time Grant Writer OptionalRegister for the FREE Webinar, “Replace Your Full-Time Income, on Flexible Hours, by Writing High-Quality Grants Fast” on Tuesday, April 30th at 4pm – 5:30 pm EST: grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-webinar.
In this episode, Holly talks about the difference between full-time freelancing and part-time freelancing, the flexibility and freedom involved with grant writing, and how you can replace your full-time income on flexible hours by writing grants.
She also explains how most grant writers get clients, the different ways to build your credibility as a grant writer, and start your freelance grant writing journey.
Holly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon...2024-04-2621 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 323: Treat Your 9-5 as Your Anchor Client as a Freelance Grant WriterListeners are invited to sign up for a free webinar, “Replace Your Full-Time Income, on Flexible Hours, by Writing High-Quality Grants Fast” on Tuesday, April 30th at 4pm – 5:30 pm EST where Holly will delve deeper into the strategies for creating a full-time income on flexible hours as a grant writer.
In this episode, Holly explains the mindset freelance grant writers need to have, why you should treat your 9-5 job as an anchor client, and how to eventually transition from being their employee to a freelancer who works for them.
She also talks about the different strategies you can use to rep...2024-04-2323 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 322: BONUS You Don’t Need a Grant Writing CertificationHolly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers on how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
Holly explains how to get a grant a grant writing certification, the reasons a grant writing certification can be helpful, and why having a grant writing certificate isn’t necessary.
She also talks about how to present yourself as an experienced grant writer, improve your skills as a grant writer, and get feedback on the grants you write.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 321: It's not hard to get nonprofit clients as a freelance grant writerJoin the upcoming, free webinar, “Replace Your Full-Time Income, on Flexible Hours, by Writing High-Quality Grants Quickly” to know how you can make a grant writing business work for you. The webinar will take place on Tuesday, April 30th at 4 pm EST. >> https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-webinar
In this episode, Holly talks about the ways to write a grant, the amount of demand there is for freelance grant writers, and the best way to structure a grant writing sales call.
She also explains how to improve your grant writing process, increase your sales confidence, and get unlimited grant reviews.
Resources mentioned in t...2024-04-1624 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 320: BONUS 3 Questions to Price Your Grant Writing ServicesJoin the upcoming, free webinar, “Replace Your Full-Time Income, on Flexible Hours, by Writing High-Quality Grants Quickly” to know how you can make a grant writing business work for you. The webinar will take place on Tuesday, April 30th at 4 pm EST. >> https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-webinar
In this bonus episode, Holly explains what you need to know before you price your grant writing services, the different pricing strategies grant writers can use, and why freelance grant writers should use value based pricing.
She also talks about the different ways to sell grant writing services, how to improve your grant writing, and...2024-04-1218 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 319: Stop Being Guilted to Work at a NonprofitJoin the upcoming, free webinar, “Replace Your Full-Time Income, on Flexible Hours, by Writing High-Quality Grants Quickly” to know how you can make a grant writing business work for you. The webinar will take place on Tuesday, April 30th at 4 pm EST. >> https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-webinar
In this episode, Holly explains the toxic side of working with nonprofits, why people get guilted to work at nonprofits, and how you can transition to freelance grant writing.
She also talks about the microaggressions you see in nonprofits, what makes freelance grant writing better than in-house grant writing, and how grant writers can get...2024-04-0920 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 318 BONUS Replace Full-Time Income on Flexible Hours as a Freelance Grant WriterRegister for the FREE Webinar, "Replace Your Full-Time Income, on Flexible Hours, by Writing High-Quality Grants Fast" on Tuesday, April 30th at 4pm - 5:30 pm EST: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-webinar
Welcome to the Grant Writing and Funding podcast, where we help passionate individuals create stable income with flexible schedules by securing ideal nonprofit clients through the best grant writing and nonprofit sales strategies.
In this bonus episode, host Holly Rustick shares strategies for replacing a full-time income with part-time grant writing work.
From overcoming imposter syndrome to setting boundaries and value-based pricing, Holly provides valuable insights gained from her own...2024-04-0523 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 317: A Master Grant Template Application: How it Reduces Your Grant Writing TimeJoin the upcoming, free webinar, “Replace Your Full-Time Income, on Flexible Hours, by Writing High-Quality Grants Quickly” to know how you can make a grant writing business work for you. The webinar will take place on Tuesday, April 30th at 4 pm EST. >> https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-webinar
In this episode, Holly explains how long it takes to learn how to write grants, how to save time when writing grant applications, and the benefits of using a grant template.
She also talks about what to include in a master grant application template, the commonalities between different grant applications, and how to use AI i...2024-04-0223 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 307: Decolonizing Grant Research: Crafting an Inclusive Grant Template for Funding SuccessHolly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
Holly explains how to create a grant writing master template, the benefits of using a grant writing template, and what a grant writing template looks like.
She also talks about the different types of research involved in grant writing, what types of data you need to use in grant applications, and how to avoid making assumptions in your grant writing.
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✨Why You Should...2024-01-2326 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 303: Freelance Grant Writing is More Financially Stable Than a Nonprofit JobHolly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
Holly explains why nonprofit jobs are less secure than freelance grant writing, how freelance grant writing can give you financial stability, and how much freelance grant writers can make in a year.
She also talks about the flexibility freelance grant writing gives you, other benefits of opening a freelance grant writing business, and how inflation is affecting wages at nonprofits.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 302: Replace Your Full-Time Income with Freelance Grant WritingHolly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017. Holly explains how you can replace your full time income with a part time role writing grants, the ways a programme can help with your grant writing process, and how to ethically raise your grant writing revenue. She also talks about the common objections nonprofits have when hiring freelance grant writers, ethical sales strategies that grant writers can use, and how to do value based pricing. Resources mentioned in this episode: ✨Register for th...2023-12-1933 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 301: Quit Your Toxic Nonprofit Job: The Power of Freelance Grant Writing for Financial FreedomHolly Rustick is a world-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author who has been coaching grant writers how to run successful 5-6 figure businesses since 2017.
Holly explains why some nonprofit jobs are toxic, the problems with the structure of nonprofits, and how to replace your income with freelance grant writing.
She also talks about the funding the federal government gives to nonprofits, the limitations that are set on 501C3 nonprofits, and why nonprofit grant writers aren’t paid enough.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp.295: Stop Doing the Hamster Wheel Campaigns and Focus on Evergreen Donor Email StrategiesKirsten Roland is the Founder of Million Dollar CEO and is a highly esteemed marketing coach.
Kirsten joins us to discuss the benefits of email marketing for nonprofits, how to connect with donors and clients via email, and why email marketing is more effective than social media.
She also talks about email strategies for nonprofits, the type of content nonprofits should include in their emails, and how many subscribers nonprofits should have on their email list.
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“Every time I listen to Holly’s show, I learn something” 2023-10-3148 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 293: How Habits Impact an Executive Director's Fundraising and Philanthropy with Gregory NielsonGregory is an experienced nonprofit CEO, consultant, and public speaker on nonprofit leadership and governance.
Gregory joins us to discuss the different habits board members should have, how to communicate with members of the board, and how to properly onboard new members.
He also talks about ways to teach board members what good governance looks like, the benefits of using consultants to send a message, and how to get board members to be engaged with their work.
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“Every time I listen to Holly’s show, I learn something” 2023-10-1740 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 292: How to maximize your nonprofit's end of year donors with Jess CampbellJess Campbell is an email list expert and has been a nonprofit fundraiser for almost 2 decades raising over 17 million dollars.
Jess Campbell joins us to discuss how to run an end of year campaign, turn end of year donors into monthly donors, and grow digital campaigns.
She also talks about different donor retention strategies, the benefits of getting your funding from donors, and what makes an email marketing campaign effective.
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“Every time I listen to Holly’s show, I learn something” 2023-10-1041 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 289: Navigating Grant Rejections: Yvonne's Insights on Turning Setbacks into OpportunitiesIn this episode of the "Grant Writing & Funding" podcast, host Holly Rustick is joined by guest Yvonne White-Morey, a successful grant writer. Here are the key takeaways from their conversation:
1. Yvonne shares her experience with the Grant Professional Mentorship program and how it has positively impacted her grant writing business. She emphasizes the value of the program in providing resources, templates, and a supportive community.
2. Yvonne offers valuable tips for grant writers and those interested in starting or growing a freelance grant writing business. She highlights the importance of understanding the grant writing process, developing relationships with funders, and leveraging...2023-09-1948 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 288: How Christine Became a Federal Grant Peer Reviewer, Increased her Grant Awards and BusinessIn this episode of Grant Writing & Funding, host Holly Rustick welcomes special guest Christine Taylor to discuss her experience in the Grant Professional Mentorship program and share valuable tips on grant writing. Here are the five key points from their insightful conversation:
1. Learning from Grant Feedback: Christine stresses the value of embracing feedback in the grant review process as a means to become a better grant writer. It is through feedback that one can refine their skills and strengthen grant proposals.
2. Stepping out of the Comfort Zone: Christine encourages grant writers to get comfortable with the uncomfortable, as it is...2023-09-1236 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 286: Creating a Value-Driven Grant Writing Business Doubled Clients, Peace, and RevenueIn this episode of "Grant Writing & Funding," host Holly Rustick is joined by experienced consultant Kim Collier. Together, they explore the power of aligning your values with your grant writing business. Learn how saying no to certain opportunities can attract ideal clients, increase revenue, and bring peace to your work.
Kim shares their journey in the nonprofit sector and offers valuable tips for success in grant writing. Discover the importance of building relationships with government officials, setting meaningful objectives, and the benefits of mentorship. Join us as we uncover the secrets to creating a value-driven grant writing business on this...2023-08-2957 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 285: Why You Should Charge Grant Research as a Stand-Alone ServiceWelcome to another episode of Grant Writing & Funding with your host, Holly Rustick. In this episode we delve into the art and science of finding the right grants for your nonprofit or nonprofit clients.
Holly shares valuable insights on the importance of separating grant research from grant writing, and the significance of building relationships with potential funders.
She highlights the need to review and respond to grant instructions diligently, while considering practicalities like eligibility, funding amounts, and necessary documents.
Holly also introduces a grant research package offered by an organization, which includes finding fitting opportunities and providing grant writing services...2023-08-2227 min
The Profitable WriterGrant Writing Expert Holly Rustick on Getting Your Book into Colleges & UniversitiesI was a college professor for many years before getting into ghostwriting and author coaching. One of the hallmarks of any college course is that it includes textbooks. Since authors are behind those textbooks, it stands to reason that we, as writers, should be thinking about this incredible opportunity to get in front of a huge potential audience, right? Surprisingly, the vast majority of us don’t think about this incredible gold mine of opportunities. That certainly included me… until I had a conversation with the genius grant writing expert and author Holly Rustick a few months ago...2023-07-2048 min
Confessions with Jess and CindyThe Power of Diversifying Income with Holly Rustick“ I could have stopped and walked away and said, you know what, it didn't work. And I had this support and it didn't happen. And that's about me. And only sold four class, all of the things, right? But I kept going. It was like, no, I still believe in this. And I had to get myself to that energy to then get to where I am now. “- Holly RustickAre you curious to know how to grow your business with diversified income streams and turn your services into passive income? Then y...2023-05-1141 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 270: How to Write a Budget for a Grant - With Holly RustickThis episode, Holly explains how to write a budget for a grant, the maths grant writers need to understand, and the different categories to include in a budget.
The budget can seem like the scariest part of writing a grant, you have to use maths and maths isn’t everyone’s forfeit.
Fortunately, the budget is very logical and if you follow the right framework it’s actually quite straightforward.
This episode, Holly explains how to write a grant’s budget, the maths you need to include in the budget section of a grant, and the best time to write a grant’...2023-05-0913 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 268: Writing Goals for Your Grant Proposal - With Holly RustickThis episode, Holly explains how to write a goal in a grant, what to include in a grant’s objective, and how to put a task in a grant.
The goal of a grant is one of the most important sections of a grant application and is usually where you’ll get the most points.
But what should you include in the goal section of a grant? How should you structure it? And how ambitious should you be?
This episode, Holly explains why this section is so important, how to write a goal in a grant, and everything you need to i...2023-04-2513 min
Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership206: Staffing Your Grants Program: Employee or Consultant? (Holly Rustick)206: Staffing Your Grants Program: Employee or Consultant? (Holly Rustick)SUMMARYGrant writing is more than just a process, it’s a skill. And like any skill, we must perfect it with time and practice. So how do you evaluate if you should outsource this aspect of your fundraising program or invest internally? In episode #206 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership, we speak with funding and grant writing expert Holly Rustick to help determine which is worth more to yo...2023-04-2046 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 266: Scoring Points in Your Grant Proposal's Research Section - With Holly RustickThis episode, Holly explains how a grant proposal’s research section is marked, what you should include in the research section, and the type of data you need to provide.
The research section is a vital part of your grant proposal, it’s a chance to showcase the importance of the work you’re doing and the impact you can have with the right funding.
It can be tempting to write this section emotively, but your research section needs to be data focused, you can’t be scored on emotions but data can get you points.
This episode, Holly explains how a gr...2023-04-1112 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 265: How to Score Higher on Your Grant Proposal - With Holly RustickOften people get overwhelmed by grant proposals and it’s common to feel unsure about how to start writing a grant proposal.
What do you need to include, how should you present it, and how do you make sure not to miss any important details in your grant?
This episode, Holly explains how to get a template for your grant, how to use a template to write a grant, and how to access a grant’s instructions.
Holly also talks about the subjective nature of grant reviewing, what the review process of a grant involves, and how different sections of a gr...2023-04-0418 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp: 246: What Taylor Swift has to do with Your Nonprofit or Nonprofit ConsultancyEven if you aren't a Swiftie, you probably have heard about the big Ticketmaster debacle this week with Taylor Swift tickets.
Here’s the thing. Stories like this might paralyze your nonprofit or grant writing business from moving forward!
Too often we get scared thinking about all the things that could go wrong, we forget that none of the things that could go right WILL NOT HAPPEN if we don’t hit “publish”
In this week’s Grant Writing & Funding episode, Holly Rustick shares with you on how the Taylor Swift+Ticketmaster story might be holding back your nonprofit or grant writ...2022-11-2222 min
Grant Writing SimplifiedHow to Build a Winning Grant Writing Business: Interview with Holly Rustick, Grant Writing and Funding PodcastJoin me on the Fast Track to Grant Writer: www.teresahuff.com/vip Two Grant Writing Pros Talk Shop Today I'm excited to host my podcasting friend and grant writing coach Holly Rustick. Holly brings a wealth of experience from her longtime career in grant writing and consulting. Holly and I talk about common mistakes we've seen over the years, struggles we've experienced, and several ways nonprofits can position themselves more competitively for grant funding. Tips for Building Your Successful Grant Writing Business In addition, we both understand the challenge of pricing your s...2022-08-2353 min
The Official Do Good Better PodcastGrant Writing Myths and Funding Tips with Holly Rustick | The Official Do Good Better Podcast #220Today's 5-Star Guest is Holly Rustick, author and CEO of Grant Writing & Funding and host of the popular podcast, Grant Writing & Funding. More About Holly: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/about/More About Grant Writing & Funding & Podcast Link: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/Connect With Holly on LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holly-rustick-0765b817/ Support This Podcast! Make a quick and easy donation here:https://www.patreon.com/dogoodbetterSpecial THANK YOU to our sponsors:Donor Do...2022-07-1943 minYour Path to Nonprofit Leadership153: Why Diversification is Vital to Your Fundraising Plan (Holly Rustick)153: Why Diversification is Vital to Your Fundraising Plan (Holly Rustick)SUMMARYIs your nonprofit organization writing competitive grants that grow your funding capacity? In episode #153 of Your Path to Nonprofit Leadership we speak with Holly Rustick, a grant writing expert with over 15 years of winning more than $30 million in grant funding, on how nonprofit leaders can enhance their grant writing skills and increase funding to advance their organization’s mission. Holly shares practical take...2022-04-1455 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 163: 5 Proven Steps to Actually Find the Best-Fit Federal GrantsThis is a question I get a lot...
“Holly, how do I find federal grants for my nonprofit?”
Federal grant research expert Jason Adkins, gives us 5 steps to find those pesky federal grants. Well, er, they seem pesky until you find them, and then federal grants rock.
I know you might feel like federal grants are elusive, but after Jason breaks down the steps (and gives you websites to find them), then you will be feeling like a pro.
So if thinking about finding federal grants makes you immediately zone out and start stress-chewing your nails, then you will want to l...2021-03-2352 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 141: Grant Writing Made Easy - 5 Hacks To Write A Grant ProposalIn last week’s podcast, we talked about a process for creating award-winning grant applications.
I shared how this is going to immediately help you simplify grant lingo, so you feel less overwhelmed in Episode 140: Grant Language Made Easy.
So let’s get into the meat and potatoes of today’s video starting with these 5 Hacks to Write a Grant Proposal.
Okay, so when starting to write a grant application the first thing you need to do is:
#1) Get the Funding Opportunity Announcement or Request for Proposal
I never start with a blank page because I copy and paste what it is...2020-10-2018 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 134: Calling All Freelance Grant Writers! How To Narrow Down Your Nonprofit Niche*Sign up for the Freelance Grant Writing Master Course Waitlist and get a Bonus Downloadable today: www.grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance.*
In this podcast you will learn how to get clear on who you want to serve as a freelance grant writer or nonprofit consultant, as well as what types of grants are best suited to you to write.
This is super important as serving all nonprofits isn’t always the best place to start.
Why not?
Well, it is hard to really market specifically, cultivate clients, and get experience and expertise in a certain field.
You may have heard that cr...2020-08-1923 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 131: The Flawless Framework to Transform a Nonprofit's Board of Directors with Sean Kosofsky✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com/131 to join Sean's FREE Webinar: How to Transform Your Board of Directors in 90 days✨✨
If you are a nonprofit leader, freelance grant writer, or nonprofit consultant than you know that the role and efficiency of a healthy board of directors are vital for nonprofit health!
That’s why I brought on Sean Kosofsky from Nonprofit Fixer to share with you how to improve a nonprofit’s board of directors.
If you resonate with not knowing how to ask your board to financial contribute, what their expectations are of showing up, or how they can be the most effecti...2020-07-2954 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 130: 3 Essential Steps For Freelance Grant Writers To Pitch ServicesWhy is this important?
Well, it’ll do the following things for you Freelance Grant Writers and Nonprofit Consultants:
• Create relationships on and offline
• Develop & nurture warm leads
• Give you a plan of how to start the pitch discussion
Okay, I am going to outline the 3 Essential Steps for Freelance Grant Writers to Pitch Services
#1: Reframe Your Thinking from When Do I Ask for Money to What Problems Do I Solve?
#2: Create / Share Valuable Content that Solves the Problems
#3: Implement the “Give, Give, Give, Ask” Approach
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 129 Freelance Grant Writer 6 Weeks To Summer Success Toolkit✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to your Freelance Grant Writer: 6 Weeks to Summer Success Toolkit! ✨✨
I know, I know, many of us still have our kids at home this summer as summer programs are still closed (ahem), and we may be burned out with being on our screens all the time.
I get it. You need something tangible that you can do today that will move your business forward and pick up some serious momentum. The “Work Smarter, Not Harder’ adage could never be truer than right now.
So first let’s cover what reading this article – and doing the free downloadable – w...2020-07-1534 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 128: Why You Must Write A Grant In 2020 (Plus, the Where & How)✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
If you are a freelance grant writer / nonprofit consultant:
● You might be paralyzed with going after funding because you just aren’t sure what to do.
● You might not want to pitch your services because you are nervous asking nonprofits for money right now.
● You aren’t sure what types of grants and funding are available.
If you are a nonprofit leader or development coordinator:
• You might have put off applying for grants because you aren’t sure what projects you want funded
• You migh...2020-07-0824 min
Grant Writing & Funding126: Strategic Planning Crash Course 10 Steps To Skyrocket Your Nonprofit or Freelance Biz✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
Are you ready to make all your 2020 goals happen during the next six months?
Or are you still trying to figure out how to survive during the pandemic?
If you are either a nonprofit leader, staff, or volunteer and are trying to move the needle forward on your nonprofit OR if you are an aspiring freelance consultant and are stuck in overwhelm then this podcast and article is for you!
Just imagine how much more accomplished you will feel having the steps to...2020-06-2543 min
Grant Writing & Funding124: 4 Reasons to Expand (Not Grow) Your Nonprofit or Freelance Consultancy✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
Just what is the difference between growth and expansion, and why should I think about this half-way through 2020?
One of the best ways I have heard the difference is:
“Growth is doing the same thing bigger. Expansion is using the current platform to develop other areas of business.”
However, I’d like for you to think of expanding also as a mindset and as an action.
The way I am talking about expanding here is the opposite of constricting.
Expanding is key. Therefore...2020-06-1032 min
Grant Writing & Funding123: Holly Rustick on Grant Writing Lessons Learned✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
This week’s podcast is another ‘behind-the-scenes’ show in our Open Kimono series where I share all with you to help your freelance consultancy grow!
This is definitely for you if:
✨ You want to increase your grant writing skills
✨ You are an aspiring or newbie consultant and want to 10X your business by listening to lessons learned!
In this episode, Ph.D. James Pann interviews yours truly, and we discuss:
✔️ Why & how Holly started writing grants
✔️ Why it is important to conduct a Needs & Strength...2020-06-0449 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 65: Which Type Of Nonprofit Should You StartEstablishing an IRS Tax-Exempt 501(c)3 nonprofit status is imperative to setting up your nonprofit for funding success.
Most foundations and federal agencies require this status when awarding grants. Furthermore, this status will help your nonprofit establish credibility
as donors will feel confident that you are not a crooked fronted company looking for easy
dollars. Don’t get me started! This tax status will also allow private donors and corporations
to receive a tax deduction! Therefore, this should be a first step after you have created your board of directors and articulated the needs that your project will fill.
✨✨ Visit www.grantw...2019-04-0426 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 64: 6 Steps Before You Start a NonprofitSo you have an idea for a new nonprofit, now what?
In order to get your organization together it's a good idea to first conduct some market research. Find out where your new nonprofit will stand among the other organizations in your area.
This will help strengthen your stakeholder relationships and discover if your nonprofit will be filling a gap in your community.
✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 63: All About 501(c)3 Nonprofits with Lawyer Vanessa L. WilliamsIn podcast episode 63, Holly Rustick interviews Vanessa L. Williams, business lawyer, about starting a 501(c)3 Tax-exempt nonprofit organization.
Vanessa shares the common struggles that she sees with many nonprofits, as well as gives advice and tips on what documents people need to form a nonprofit organization.
This episode provides a great umbrella to all the 501(c)3 nonprofit organization goodies that we will be rolling out in March. Want downloadable bylaws, articles of incorporation, conflict of interest policies, and more?
✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 62: How Will a MOU Strengthen Your Grant Application?A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) can strengthen your grant application in the eyes of a funding source.
It demonstrates a strong, committed partnership to ensure the project can and will happen as it is laid out in the proposal. This commitment gives security to all the partners involved as well. Plus, MOUs are frequently REQUIRED when submitting grant applications and can be scored!
Have a template to create the highest scoring MOUs by listening to this podcast!
✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 61: Get Ready & Prepare Strong Letters of CommitmentFollow these tips and learn how to develop a strong letter of commitment.
By preparing a quality letter to go along with your proposal, you will demonstrate to funders the high quality of your collaborative commitments.
✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 60: How to Get Letters Of Support on TimeThe dreaded Letter of Support, yes, the one that you forgot to get and then upload the grant application you’ve been working on for weeks!
You suddenly realize you forgot to get your partners to endorse your project. Eek!
Listen to the podcast to get letters of support on time for your stakeholders.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 59: How to Boost an Invitation to Apply for a Grant - The Letter of IntentYes, it’s true, you need to ask some funding sources on a date before you actually go on a date.
That’s what a Letter of Intent is all about. In order to get a date - you need to ASK for a date!
Find out the tips on how to write a Letter of Intent!
Also, check out the YouTube video and all the awesome sauce on our website for funding and grant writing!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 58: How to Knock your Letter of Inquiry out of the Park in 10 Steps!Hi Changemakers,
A Letter of Inquiry is a gateway to funding. This Letter of Inquiry, not to be confused with Letter of Intent, can be the difference between a foundation accepting a full application from your nonprofit or shutting you down.
These are 10 steps to Write a Successful Letter of Inquiry that will secure your Invitation to Apply for a Grant
#1 Alignment
You will normally find requests for Letters of Inquiry from private foundations. Basically, they want to get a snapshot of what your nonprofit is all about before they consider inviting you to share more in a full proposal...2019-01-1028 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 57: Your Best Year - How To Increase Funding, Eliminate Burnout, And Avoid CompetitionHi Changemakers,
In early December I finished facilitating a 10-week Strategic Planning Group. Those nonprofits are definitely set up and ahead of the curve in 2019! In any case, even if you haven’t sat down and did your planning yet, or even if you have, you are going to want to listen to this episode. This is a snapshot of one of the modules from the Strategic Planning Course. It is one that the nonprofits in the group got really excited about and will give you excellent tips on:
How to get ahead of your 2019 and make sure that you ha...2019-01-0318 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 56: How to Find Your S.U.R.E. Word for the YearThis word should guide you and keep you focused so you don’t get busy chasing the shiny pennies, trapped in projects that don’t meet your mission, or say yes (or no!) to partners that aren’t aligned with your vision.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 55: Simple 10 Step Checklist to Write Winning GrantsCheck out the simple 10-Step Check to Write Winning Grants.
Be sure to check all the guidelines, determine eligibility, prepare, take the steps to create a strong proposal. Then be sure to review and submit. Happy grant writing!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 54: The Secret Formula To Unlock Funding For Your NonprofitThis secret formula can unlock millions of dollars from the ether that are awaiting to be given to your nonprofit.
It can increase partnerships and relationships at an exponential level. It can increase prosperity for your staff so that they are no longer glorified volunteers.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 53: How Do You Win Grants When You're A New Nonprofit?This week’s podcast is focused on a wonderful question that we receive quite frequently.
Thank you to Susan Silverman, President of the Women’s Tax Resolution Center, Inc. for asking, “My challenge is we are a very small and new nonprofit and don’t have enough of a track record for grants, etc. Do you have any thoughts on how we could get that first grant?” Tune in to learn six ways your organization can secure funding!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 52: Thanksgiving Fundraising - 7 Tips for SuccessThis week we have so much to be thankful for! Tune in as we share 7 tips with you to increase your fundraising success around Thanksgiving. These ideas can be used for other holiday seasons throughout the year for fun, meaningful fundraising.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 51: 6 Ways To Stand Out On #GivingTuesdayAs we are quickly approaching the holiday season we will be focusing on tips to help you with your organization's end of the year giving.
Check out these 6 ways you can stand out on #GivingTuesday!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 50: The Importance of In-kind Gifts for NonprofitsIn-kind resources are goods, services, and people who offset the costs to run your nonprofit organization; these are your budget relieving resources.
Their value should be noted and is an important part of relationship building for nonprofit organizations.
Looking to advance your grant writing skills? Join the Grant Writing & Funding Changemaker Membership!
Get checklists, awarded grant samples, online courses, a tribe, and discounts on our services!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 49: Niñas Sin Miedo - Dylan MehriBe fearless in following your passions; much like the girls of Niñas Sin Miedo (Fearless Girls). Dylan Mehri shares the mission of Niñas Sin Miedo and his experience in fundraising for this international nonprofit in an exciting conversation with Holly Rustick.
Tune into a stimulating and solution-oriented conversation on fundraising for international nonprofits.
✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 48: How To Make Cash For Your NonprofitHow are other nonprofits making money? Can nonprofits even do that? Yes! You are still a business, there are just key differences for nonprofit organizations and what you do with earned income.
✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 47: Scared Silly The Frightening Fundraiser CrashAn out-of-control event can impact your fundraiser. Whether that be a storm, your main speaker getting sick, or the power going out. Your job in preparing an event is to set up a contingency plan for anything that you can think of. Think “Plan B” when you are planning out your event.
✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 46: Why Values Are Important For Your NonprofitValues are a critical part of your nonprofit organization.
Knowing your organization's values is important in decision making, interactions and implementing programs and projects. This often overlooked component has powerful influence on the culture of your nonprofit!
✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 41: What Is The Value Of Volunteer Time?Volunteers CANNOT be given a tax-deduction based on their hours, but they CAN be given a tax-deduction on a number of other items, such as travel expenses, uniforms, donates supplies etc. as long as the nonprofit is a registered IRS Tax-exempt 501(c)3.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 40: How To Regain Time And Do Your JobHave you ever felt like you just have WAY too much on your plate to get any grant writing done?
Is the pile of delegations stacking up throughout the day like a perfectly timed factory? Do you say ‘yes’ to additional work thinking you can get it done, but then realize there is never enough time?
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 39: True Or False: Your For-Profit CAN Get GrantsYou are developing a really cool solution to a problem or providing a service/product that can benefit others, but the thing is you are a for-profit.
You want to help others, but you also need cash to run this part of your business.
You aren’t sure if you can get grants for your idea/product/service as you have been getting mixed messages from those around you.
True or False: Your Forprofit CAN Get Grants
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 38: Overcoming Grant Writer's BlockHere is the thing.
It takes focus to write a grant. But the real thing that it takes is a project. If you do not have a specific project that you know you need funding for, then it’s like trying to paint a picture with rocks.
It will be sloppy, awkward, and unprofessional. The grant reviewers will know that you are just trying to make something work and are trying to fit a square into a circle.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 37: How to Become a Grant ReviewerDid you know that you can make money while becoming a better grant writer? What?! Yes, indeed.
You can also learn about the federal grant process and meet other specialists. How? By becoming a federal grant reviewer.
Check out this podcast on how to 10x your grant writing skills while getting PAID to be a federal grant peer reviewer.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 36: Indirect Cost RateIs your nonprofit including an indirect cost rate in your budget and grant applications?
Did you know you can have a maximum 10% indirect cost rate according to federal regulations?
Learn why your organization should include this line item to your budget.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 35: How to Embrace Grant RejectionYou’ve put your heart and soul into it. You may have lost sleep. You definitely missed the latest Breaking Bad episode. Or you paid a grant writer a hefty sum.
For all of that, what you got was a mass email that started with the lines, “We regret to inform you…” Your heart plunges and you decide to write off grants for the rest of the year… or for the rest of your life. You might have at some point said, Enough with that foundation / federal grant. I’ll never get it.
I get it. Nobody likes rejection, especially after they p...2018-07-0622 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 34: Leone Rohr On Mind Mapping For GrantsHave you been stuck when it comes to writing grants? Leone Williams-Rohr shares her secret weapon of Mind Mapping for your Nonprofit grant writing.
Leone is the executive director of a nonprofit, Parents Empowering Parents of Children with Disabilities (PEP) and is CEO of Crafting My Powerful Life.
Leone is the executive director of a nonprofit, Parents Empowering Parents of Children with Disabilities (PEP) and is CEO of Crafting My Powerful Life. She started PEP in 2013 after advocating for her own two children with autism (this lady has 11 kids!). As she went through to become a certified trainer, she came...2018-06-2844 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 33: 15 Creative Ideas To Thank Your FundersAre you getting funding for your nonprofit or project?
Yay! That’s amazing!
Just don’t forget to give thanks to the funders and donors who are supporting your project.
In this episode, Holly shares 15 Creative Ideas to say Thank You to Funders.
Are you racking your brain trying to find cost-effective ways to say, "Thank you"? Or, worse yet, did you totally forget to thank those foundations or corporations who gave you a hefty check for a project? Or are you just trying to find different ways to stand out in the noise?
This episode is for you then!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 32: Finding Grants On GuideStarAre you getting grants from foundations? Does it feel like an uphill battle of constant rejections? Or are you not even sure where to look?
In this episode, we are going to look at a great resource for finding foundation grants and how to find the best-fit foundations to fund your projects; GuideStar.org.
GuideStar.org is a great resource as you will see, and it’s free to utilize most of the services. But how do you use it to find the best-fit grants? I'll show you four simple things to look for when searching foundations on GuideStar.
Make su...2018-06-1421 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 31: The Four Best Places To Find Contracts For Your NonprofitDo you know what the difference is between a contract and a grant? Are you aware that contracts might be able to cover operational costs for your nonprofit in AMAZING ways?
Listen to this podcast to find the Four BEST places to find city, state, and federal contracts for your nonprofit. Plus, get pros and cons for each of these places.
I know your nonprofit wants funding in diverse ways. Listen to this podcast to find more funding opportunities!
Thanks so much for listening!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 30: GDPR For Nonprofits & Grant WritersIn today’s podcast we will talk about what the GDPR is, why it doesn’t just effect the EU, what the impact is on nonprofits and on grant writing consultants, and give you some free downloadable templates.
Now, some of you may be scratching your heads when I mention GDPR. Although, if you are in the EU, then you have probably been running around like it’s Y2K. Remember the turn of the century panic? Yep, I hear it’s a lot like that.
But chances are, you have seen an increase of emails in your inbox over the last...2018-06-0132 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 29: Review A Federal Grant Opportunity And BEST Tips On Grant WritingHere is your crash course in looking over federal grant announcements and great grant writing tips!
Are you confused on how to look through federal grants on Grants.gov?
Looking for grant writing tips that will get to an awarded grant?
If you answered 'yes' to either of those questions, then this is the episode for you!
Grant Writing Expert Holly Rustick gives a free video lesson on what to look for on grants.gov, what the snapshot means, how to deduce a federal grant opportunity, PLUS the best grant writing tips EVER.
Thanks so much for listening!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 28: Grants.gov in a Nutshell: Pros and ConsToday I am going to explain the functions offered on the Grants.gov website and give you my favorite tools.
This is great information for you grant writers or for those who aspire to be grant writers.
The reason I am breaking down Grants.gov is because it is a mammoth website for federal grants, and being such, it is very busy. I have been going to Grants.gov for years but tend to stick to looking for grants and applying for grants.
So I decided to dive in and find out the full capacity of the website, so all...2018-05-1728 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 27: How To Register On Grants.GovGrants.gov is the haven for federal grants.
Are you registered?
Need some tips on all the "pre" enrollments, such as EIN, DUNS, and SAM to then be able to register on Grants.gov.
Check out this short podcast on the process and go to www.grantwritingandfunding.com to see the short video on how to apply on Grants.gov and getting the new templates for SAM notarization.
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 26: Where To Find Grant Opportunities“Obscurity is a bigger problem than money,” quotes Grant Cardone and this could not be truer when it comes to finding grant funding sources.
If these funding sources are hidden away in some obscure world to your nonprofit, then this becomes the main root of not having any grant money.
If you cannot find the sources that hold the money, then you will never be able to tap into the funding.
Thanks so much for listening!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 25: How To Find Grants: What Is a Grant?To find grants, it is first important to understand what they are and what they are not. Let’s start with what they are not. Let me say this very clearly.
1) Grants are NOT free money. I mean, sure if you handle them correctly it is money given to you that you do not have to pay back. Holly, how is that not free money? Well, because you have to spend the money on what you said you were going to spend it on, reach the objectives you stated you were going to reach, and send a report to the fu...2018-04-1322 min
Discover Full Audiobook in Business, Career SkillsWish Granted! Tips, Tools, and Templates to Write a Winning Grant by Holly Rustick | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Wish Granted! Tips, Tools, and Templates to Write a Winning Grant
Author: Holly Rustick
Narrator: Holly Rustick
Format: Unabridged
Length: 3 hrs and 4 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-23-17
Publisher: Rustick Productions
Genres: Business, Career Skills
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Grant writing shouldn't feel like a trip to the dentist. Take the pain out of the process with this innovative and fun, yes fun, guide. Learn all the inside tips and tools of the grant-writing trade in this easy-to-listen-to and upbeat book. This book is definitely for you if:
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 4: 10 Must-Haves In Your Grant Background SectionWelcome to Part I of The Five Main Parts of Writing a Grant.
Today we will be looking at your nonprofit organization.
Do you have everything prepared in advance so that when a grant comes around you are READY?
For instance, is your tax-exempt 501(c)3 accessible, do you have a bio for all your board members and staff, and do you know all the grants your organization has received and in what year?
In 25 minutes Holly will take you through the entire process of what you need to have prepared and how to prepare it.
Oh, and sorry about the...2017-06-0626 min
Grant Writing & FundingEp. 2: What are the Different Types of Grants?✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
This is definitely for you if:
✨ You want to increase your grant writing skills
✨ You are an aspiring or newbie consultant and want to 10X your business by listening to lessons learned!
Understanding the different types of grants is critical when applying for grants.
In this podcast, Holly discusses the different types of federal, state, and foundation grants so you know what the heck they are and which ones to apply to!
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Grant Writing & FundingEp. 1: The Mindset Behind Securing Grant Proposals✨✨ Visit www.grantwritingandfunding.com to get the proven G.R.A.N.T.S. formula to write winning grants ✨✨
"So, when I get a grant I can just spend money on anything?" Er, no.
No, you cannot.
In this podcast of Grant Writing & Funding, we will go over 'the why'. It's time to stop adulting and be a teenager again.
Okay, what is a grant?
Most of you probably already know what a grant is. But let’s get into the nitty-gritty for a second.
A grant is money given by an organization, most notably by a government, for a particular...2017-04-0609 min