GrantTalk
GrantTalk: Listen to Grant Success Stories and Grant Funders GrantTalk explores the positive impact grants have on people, communities, and programs. We talk to nonprofit leaders, business executives, and development directors who have navigated the grant application process, sharing their challenges and triumphs. Our podcast also features conversations with a variety of funding sources (grantmakers), offering insights into what they look for in successful grant applications. Join us on GrantTalk to hear inspiring stories and gain valuable tips for making a difference through grants.
Episodes
GrantTalk is back with another powerful episode, hosted by Libby Hikind, Founder and CEO of GrantWatch.com, and author of The Queen of Grants! 👑
📚 In this episode, Libby sits down with Elizabeth (Liz) Boylan, Grants Officer at The Vilcek Foundation. This private operating foundation celebrates the vital contributions of immigrants to the arts and sciences in the United States. 🌎🎨🧬
💬 Liz shares how the foundation not only upli...
GrantTalk is back with another insightful episode, hosted by Libby Hikind — Founder and CEO of GrantWatch.com, and author of The Queen of Grants! 👑📚
In this episode, Libby sits with Rachel Roth, Senior Director of Grants and Programs at the Foundation for Financial Planning (FFP). This national nonprofit funds programs offering pro bono financial planning to people in need. 💸🤝
💬 Rachel shares how FFP empowers nonprofits nation...
GrantTalk is back with an exciting new episode, hosted by Libby Hikind, Founder and CEO of GrantWatch.com and author of The Queen of Grants!
📚✨ Today, Libby sits down with Homer Lee Bizzle III, a disabled veteran and the Founder, President, and CEO of America Cares II 🇺🇸
💙 — a nonprofit that makes a difference for veterans facing food insecurity, housing issues, and mental health challenges.
🔥 Homer shares how he secured over ...
In this episode of GrantTalk, host Libby Hikind chats with Sharon McGraw, Ed.D, Grant Program Officer at Community Fund Ohio, about how the foundation supports people with disabilities through targeted funding for individuals and nonprofits. 🧠🏠
🎯 Quick Overview
📍 Location: Ohio
💰 Grant Pool (2024): $700,000+
🙋♂️ Individuals: $2,500–$7,500
🏢 Nonprofits: Up to $25,000
📆 Cycles: Quarterly (individuals) & Semi-annual (nonp...
In this episode of GrantTalk, host Libby Hikind, Founder & CEO of GrantWatch.com, sits down with Alyson Pope and Sharon M. Burney, Program Officers at the Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), to explore how grant funding is transforming the preservation of at-risk historical collections. 📚🎥
🗂️ CLIR Grants at a Glance:
📌 Digitizing Hidden Collections, Amplifying Unheard Voices
💰 Funding Range: $50,000 - $350...
🌱 How Do Grants Fuel Breakthroughs in Agriculture? 🚜
🎙️✨In this exciting episode of GrantTalk, the podcast that’s all about grants, grant seekers, and funder insights, your host, 💖Libby Hikind, Founder & CEO of 💡 GrantWatch.com, visits with Magda Galindo, Director of Grants Management at FFAR, to uncover how grant-funded partnerships are revolutionizing food and agriculture! 🌽 🐖 🤝
🌾💡 From funding groundbreaking resear...
🎨 Supporting Artists in Law Firm Spaces: The Quinn Emanuel Artist in Residence Program
In this episode, Libby Hikind, Founder & CEO of GrantWatch.com, sits down with Alexis Hyde, Director of Art and Outreach at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP ⚖️, to discuss a unique grant-funded opportunity for artists.
Quinn Emanuel’s Artist in Residence Program provides emerging and mid-career artists 🎨 with a four-month studio r...
GrantTalk Ep 39 | Applying for Community Foundation Grants | Ryanne Jennings CEO The Wayne County CF
🔑 Learn about community foundations in this episode. Hear the behind the scenes activity of approving grants and where these foundations get the money to fund unique projects.
In this episode, Libby Hikind, Founder & CEO of GrantWatch.com, sits down with Ryanne Jennings, President & CEO of The Wayne County Community Foundation 🏡 in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Ryanne shares how The Wayne County Community Foundation channels...
🎓Grants for Teachers: Teachers, are you looking for funding to support STEM education in your classroom? CNTA provides grants up to $500 to support hands-on STEM projects for K-12 educators in eastern Georgia and western South Carolina.
Description: Ever wondered what happens after you hit "submit" on a grant application? In this episode of GrantTalk, host Libby Hikind sits down with Dr. Allison Hamilton from the Citizens for Nu...
In this episode of GrantTalk, Libby Hikind, CEO of GrantWatch and author of The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO, sits down with Tim Tramble, President & CEO of St. Luke's Foundation of Cleveland, to discuss innovative funding strategies for nonprofits and grassroots organizations. Tim shares his foundation's unique funding approach, which prioritizes community impact over administrative strength, ensuring t...
Welcome to another inspiring episode of GrantTalk, hosted by Libby Hikind, the visionary founder of GrantWatch and the talented author of "The Queen of Grants"! This time, we are joined by Sarah Lyding, Executive Director of The Music Man Foundation. Tune in to discover how the power of music can enrich lives and drive meaningful systemic change. You won’t want to miss this enlightening conversation!
💡 What You’ll Discover:
👉 T...
🎙️ Welcome to GrantTalk Ep 35!
Join us for an enlightening conversation as Libby Hikind, CEO of GrantWatch.com, interviews Lisa Evangelos, the National Administrator of the Culinary Federation! In this engaging episode, Lisa discusses how they transformed their national conference with a $25,000 event grant from the City of Saskatoon. Discover the innovative strategies they implemented to not only revive the event after COVID-19...
🎙️ Welcome to GrantTalk Ep 34! Join Libby Hikind, CEO of GrantWatch.com and author of The Queen of Grants, as she sits down with PR expert Sandy from Hey, Sandy PR & Communications. This episode is packed with actionable insights for nonprofits and small businesses looking to leverage PR for growth and funding. If you’re ready to go from local to global impact, this episode is for you! 🌍
🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
...🎙️ **Empowering Tourism: A Conversation with the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association**
What’s the secret to boosting tourism and community growth?
Join Libby Hikind, founder of GrantWatch, as she chats with Nan Devlin, Executive Director of the Tillamook Coast Visitors Association. Discover how innovative use of lodging tax revenues has transformed this stunning Oregon coastal destination with new signage, tourism facilities, and...
🎙️ How Local Nonprofits Thrive: A Conversation with United Way of Racine County
🌟 Ever wondered how to truly impact your community? Tune in to this inspiring episode of GrantTalk, where Libby Hikind, the visionary founder of GrantWatch and author of "The Queen of Grants," teams up with Jessica Safransky Schacht, COO of the United Way of Racine County. Join them as they unveil the incredible behind-the-scenes efforts of the United...
📣 In this inspirational episode of GrantTalk, powered by GrantWatch, we take you to the heart of Appalachia, where The Wade Center is transforming lives!
🌟 Join your host Libby Hikind as she interviews Karen Harvey, a passionate advocate who has helped secure over $90,000 in grants to support at-risk children with enriching after-school and summer programs.
🌟 A Mission That C...
Welcome to Grant Talk with your host, Libby Hikind, the founder of Grant Watch and author of The Queen of Grants. In this episode, Libby sits down with Dr. Susie Boxman from the Environmental Research and Education Foundation (EREF), an organization committed to scientific research and innovation in sustainable waste management. Together, they discuss the impact of EREF’s grants, their unique funding sources, and upcoming grant opp...
💡Welcome to Episode 30 of GrantTalk! In today’s episode, Libby Hikind, founder of GrantWatch, sits down with Lisa-Marie Haygood, Director of the Cherokee County Educational Foundation in Georgia. They explore the Foundation’s mission, innovative grant programs, and ways to support teachers, students, and educational staff. Stick around for invaluable grant-writing tips from these seasoned experts!
📝 🎉 About Cherokee County Educ...
🎙 Introduction | Why "The Queen of Grants"? Join us as Libby Hikind, the founder of GrantWatch, sits down with her longtime friend and podcast pioneer, Jason R. Hill! Jason, who originally coined Libby’s title “The Queen of Grants,” brings the inspiration behind his innovative app, OWWLL, to today’s episode. Discover how Libby transitioned from a grant writer to a CEO and author, all while helping nonprofits and entrepreneurs succ...
In Episode 27, host Libby Hikind sits down with Laurel Meleski from Red Rover to explore how this national nonprofit is helping both people and animals through their specialized grant programs.
Tune in for insights on:
🐾 Grants for Domestic Violence Victims and Their Pets: How Red Rover’s Urgent Care and Safe Escape grants provide vital support, helping pet owners in crisis with veterinary care and boarding.
🏠 Making Shelters Pet...
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