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

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Benefit Communities

Deadline: 08/17/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for programs that benefit communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects that fall within the focus areas of education and student success, civic and cultural life, climate action, housing, economic...

GrantWatch ID#: 179189

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Address Healthcare Needs

Deadline: 08/20/26

Grants of up to $50,000 to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations to address healthcare needs. Applicants must contact the program director before applying. Funding is intended for a range of services, including hospice care, cancer treatment, and support for people...

GrantWatch ID#: 219714

Contract for Services to a Rhode Island Nonprofit to Manage a Substance Use Telephone Line

Deadline: 08/20/26

Contract for services to a Rhode Island nonprofit organization or private sector entity to manage a substance use telephone line. Funding is intended for a statewide telephone line that will provide information to callers on available treatment and recovery suppor...

GrantWatch ID#: 230562

Grants to Pennsylvania, Florida, and Rhode Island Nonprofits for K-12 Literacy Programming

Deadline: 10/30/26 LOI Date: 08/31/26

Grants to Pennsylvania, Florida, and Rhode Island nonprofit organizations to promote literacy for underserved K-12 youth in eligible communities. Applicants must submit a letter of intent prior to submitting a full application. Funding may be used to support after...

GrantWatch ID#: 180394

Grants to Rhode Island Artists to Advance Creative Goals

Deadline: 09/01/26 Conference Date: 08/07/26

Grants of $6,000 per year and in-kind support to Rhode Island artists to advance creative goals and promote professional development. Funding is intended to assist artists who come from a wide range of artistic disciplines. Grantees will receive unrestricted fundi...

GrantWatch ID#: 201768

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits for Initiatives to Provide Basic Needs

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations for programming and projects to benefit local residents. Funding is intended for general operating expenses as well as activities and services to assist underserved populations. Areas of focus include the provision of...

GrantWatch ID#: 210632

Grants to Rhode Island Arts and Culture Nonprofits for Operational Assistance

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants of up to $30,000 to Rhode Island nonprofit arts and culture organizations to assist with operations. Applicants are advised to complete required registrations in advance of the deadline. Funding is intended to support the operations of organizations that en...

GrantWatch ID#: 213030

Grants to Florida, Georgia, Rhode Island, and Kansas Nonprofits to Benefit Residents

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Florida, Georgia, Rhode Island, and Kansas nonprofit organizations and faith-based entities for innovative programs that benefit residents in eligible locations. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of health, social services, education, a...

GrantWatch ID#: 216712

Grants to Massachusetts and Rhode Island Nonprofits in Eligible Regions for Community Projects

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Massachusetts and Rhode Island nonprofit organizations in eligible regions for projects that address community needs. Areas of interest include housing, economic development, education, and financial literacy. Eligible applicants are those serving or loc...

GrantWatch ID#: 177149

Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits to Provide Community Services

Deadline: 09/01/26

Grants to Rhode Island nonprofit organizations to provide community services. Eligible organizations are those that address the areas of community and public affairs, arts and culture, health, education, and basic needs and community development. The mission of th...

GrantWatch ID#: 130857
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