The Queen of Grants 2: GrantTalk Secrets for the New Era of Grant Writing

by Libby Hikind (Author)


The Queen of Grants 2: GrantTalk Secrets for the New Era of Grant Writing continues Libby Hikind's mission. She helps organizations strengthen their programs, expand their opportunities, and understand what supports successful funding. Drawing from decades of experience and more than fifty GrantTalk podcast interviews, Libby offers a clear and practical guide. As a result, readers can better navigate today?s competitive grant landscape.

Part I, GrantTalk Secrets, brings together insights from funders, grantees, nonprofit leaders, and subject-matter experts across the United States and Canada. Readers learn how decisions are made, what captures attention, and why strong proposals rise above the rest. This section covers program development, project design, needs statements, budgeting, evaluation, communication with funders, and the full lifecycle of a grant. Together, these topics provide a strong foundation for writing grants with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Part II, Marketing and Visibility, explains why strong platforms must support strong programs. Here, Libby guides readers through branding, social media strategy, content creation, blogging, trending topics, and podcasting. In addition, this section helps organizations increase recognition, communicate their mission, and stand out in a crowded funding environment.

Part III, The 20 Day Platform Challenge, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the GrantWatch team. They complete a full website refresh on a tight timeline. Through daily journals and reflections, readers see how ideas take shape, how teams overcome obstacles, and how collaboration strengthens progress. As a result, this section provides a relatable model for teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational readiness.

Part IV, AI in Grant Writing, introduces new AI tools developed for GrantWatch subscribers. Libby explains how AI can support grant search and drafting. She also shows how to use AI responsibly and where human judgment and storytelling remain essential. In addition, she describes how the foundation directory and grant recipient search were built from public data and 990 reports. This gives writers faster access to information and saves hours of research.

The Queen of Grants 2 blends real stories, practical strategies, and forward-looking tools. Overall, it helps readers strengthen their platforms and succeed in a new era of funding.


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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GrantWatch ID#: 190440

Grants to USA IHEs to Expand the Health Care Workforce

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants to USA institutions of higher education to expand the public health and health care workforce. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to one month to complete. Funding is intended to encourage students from underserved communities to...

GrantWatch ID#: 192722

Cooperative Agreement to a USA Entity for a Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia Support Cent...

Deadline: 07/10/26

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories nonprofit organization, for-profit, government agency, or tribe to create a support center for hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finaliz...

GrantWatch ID#: 202222

Agreements to USA Nonprofits, Agencies, Tribes, and For-Profits to Enhance Pediatric Healthcare

Deadline: 07/10/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories nonprofit and tribal organizations, government agencies, for-profits, and IHEs to enhance pediatric primary healthcare. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take up to several weeks to complete. The p...

GrantWatch ID#: 202332

Awards to International Organizations, Businesses, and Individuals for Advancing Inclusivity

Deadline: 07/10/26

Awards of $50,000 to USA, Canada, and International organizations, government agencies, businesses, and individuals to recognize achievements in advancing inclusivity. The purpose of the program is to recognize those who have made significant contributions to a mo...

GrantWatch ID#: 203311

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Participate in a Contest Related to...

Deadline: 07/10/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in a contest related to the oceanic environment. Awards will be given to entries that demonstrate solutions and initiatives to protect marine life. Entries will be evaluated based on innovation...

GrantWatch ID#: 214464

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Doctors to Attend Surgery Courses

Deadline: 07/10/26

The summary grant details are still being written by our team. You can click here to see our work in progress and go directly to the funder's application page on their website.

GrantWatch ID#: 222797

Scholarships to USA, Canada, and International Undergraduate Students Pursuing Degrees in Psyc...

Deadline: 07/10/26

Scholarships of $5,000 to USA, Canada, and International undergraduate students pursuing degrees in psychology. Funding is intended to cover direct educational expenses, including textbooks, tuition, and institutional fees. Eligible students will demonstrate finan...

GrantWatch ID#: 224475

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Academics for Research on Deliberative Democracy

Deadline: 07/10/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International academics for research on the topic of deliberative democracy. The purpose of funding is to explore the value of citizens’ participation in the policymaking process. Eligible research topics include the long-term effects ...

GrantWatch ID#: 229283

Agreements to USA Entities to Connect Families to Community Health Services

Deadline: 07/10/26

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories nonprofit organizations, government entities, Tribes, IHEs, for-profits, and schools to develop systems to connect expectant and young families to health services. Applicants are advised that the required registrations...

GrantWatch ID#: 230051
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