The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO Hardcover – February 1, 2024

by Libby Hikind (Author)


In The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO, Libby Hikind details her journey from a teacher to a grant writer to the CEO of GrantWatch. As you trace her journey to becoming both CEO and a media personality, you'll observe her courage and the unforeseen twists and turns that led her to the present day. This narrative will inspire confidence in your own ability to navigate the grant-seeking and grant-writing process.

This book is structured into five sections and goes beyond mere theory by providing practical insights into crafting each part of a grant application. Each segment is enriched with anecdotes, lessons learned, and practical advice. Furthermore, there is a dedicated section featuring model responses for various components commonly found in grant applications

  • How It All Began for Me
  • Your Questions Answered
  • How To Write a Grant?
  • Modeling Successful Grants
  • The Future of AI and Grant Writing

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Deadline: 05/23/25

Grants to California nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, educational entities, and for-profit businesses for initiatives that benefit young children and families in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support activities that bring about long-term change

GrantWatch ID#: 192014

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits for Projects that Benefit Residents in Eligible Communities

Deadline: 05/23/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations for programs and capital projects that benefit residents in eligible communities. Projects and programs must align with the following funding priorities: education, healthcare, arts and culture, youth and amateur athletics

GrantWatch ID#: 199957

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Deadline: 05/23/25

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GrantWatch ID#: 178072

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Deadline: 05/23/25

Grants to Oregon nonprofit organizations, schools, IHEs, and local government agencies for projects to enhance the quality of life in eligible communities. Funding is intended to support a wide range of neighborhood improvement projects. Projects submitted for funding m

GrantWatch ID#: 181053

Grants to Massachusetts Nonprofits in Eligible Counties to Enhance Organizational Capacity

Deadline: 05/23/25

Grants to Massachusetts nonprofit organizations in eligible counties for organizational capacity-building activities. Eligible organizations are those that provide direct services to residents in underserved regions. Priority areas include health care, education, human

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Deadline: 08/01/25 LOI Date: 05/23/25

Grants to Illinois and Michigan nonprofit organizations for educational projects and programs in eligible locations. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to applying. Funding is intended for general operating expenses or programming that increases access to e

GrantWatch ID#: 175935

Grants to Washington, DC Public Charter Schools to Enhance and Expand School Facilities

Deadline: 05/23/25

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GrantWatch ID#: 183653

Grants to Washington Nonprofits to Address Basic Needs of Communities in Eligible Areas

Deadline: 05/23/25

Grants of up to $50,000 to Washington nonprofit organizations to address basic needs of communities in eligible areas. Focus populations include special needs and low-income communities. Basic needs are defined as security, survival, and housing; applicants may request

GrantWatch ID#: 215938

Grants to British Columbia Agencies to Improve Infrastructure Management

Deadline: 05/23/25

Grants of up to $25,000 to British Columbia regional districts and municipalities for capacity-building projects. Funding is intended to increase the sustainability of services by improving asset management practices. New projects and new project components are eligible

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Deadline: 08/01/25 LOI Date: 05/23/25

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for ocean conservation programs and to address social causes. First-time applicants are required to submit a letter of intent prior to a full grant application. Funding is also available to USA nonprofits

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