Grant Writing Simplified

Grant Writing Simplified

The world needs you to step forward as a grant writer and lead with confidence. I'll teach you how. Welcome to the Grant Writing Simplified podcast where you'll learn how to scale your income AND impact through grant writing and nonprofit consulting. I'm Teresa Huff, former special ed teacher turned grant writing coach and nonprofit strategist. I'm here to mentor freelancers and nonprofit leaders like you who are ready for a fulfilling, flexible career while leveraging your skills, growing your earning potential, AND making a big impact on the world around you. I'll teach you the strategies I've used to help nonprofits triple their funding. Let's work together to change your world!

Episodes

April 9, 2024 3 mins
In this shorter, experimental format episode of Grant Writing Simplified, Teresa shares insights on the importance of asking different questions to navigate challenges in the nonprofit sector.
 
Drawing from her experiences leading workshops and serving as a sounding board for nonprofit leaders, Teresa encourages listeners to step back from their frustrations and conventional problem-solving approaches. S...

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In this episode, I'm doing something a little different. I was recently invited to be a podcast guest on the Marketer of the Day podcast by Robert Plank and I was happy to do that. It was such a fun conversation. He asked such really good questions that I thought, why not share it here with you as well! We talk

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In this episode of the Grant Writing Simplified Podcast, I have a fascinating conversation with Chris Ekimoff, a forensic accountant special...

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The Crucial Role of Data in Non-profit Grant Funding

In this episode, I'm diving deep into why data collection and tracking are absolute game-changers for non-profit organizations, especially when it comes to snagging those crucial grant funds. I'm all about getting the full picture, which means not just crunching numbers but also capturi...

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As we dive into the hustle of year-end activities, the race to finish strong is on for nonprofit leaders, grant writers, and consultants. In this busy season, we need to recognize that finishing well may mean finishing with rest and recovery. 

Let's take a cue from coaches and explore the strategic use of timeouts to navigate the challenges and finish the year on a...

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Celebrating Three Years of Grant Writing Simplified

It's been three years since I launched the Grant Writing Simplified Podcast, and it's been an amazing journey. The show has over 100,000 downloads from over 140 countries across six continents. I've made friends all over the world and we've ...

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Unlocking Grant Funding: Moving Beyond Ideas and Building Impactful Programs

As summer winds down, I'm seeing renewed energy in the world of fundraising and grants. With this transition, a common question is echoing through conversations—both in my inbox and across online forum...

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    We Constantly Talk About Learning. But What About Unlearning?

    We all know lifelong learning matters. I'm constantly encouraging you to pick up new skills, strategies, and ways of thinking to stay sharp and relevant. But here's the thing—sometimes we need to let go of the old to...

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    Revisiting the ROI Journey

    It's time for a heart-to-heart about a topic that's close to all our missions: authentic interactions in this tech-savvy world. So grab your favorite cup of inspiration, settle in, and let's dive into the final chapter of our ROI journey – the all-important art of Interacting.

    Remember when we kicked of...

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    The Truth About Grant Readiness

    If you've followed me for any amount of time, you know I'm a big advocate for grant readiness, because the more prepared you are before you start, the better chance you have of winning a grant. But I'm also a big believer in taking action. The truth is, grant readiness is a lot like parenting. You ...

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    Streamlining Systems for Nonprofit Success

    Can you believe we're already nearing the end of summer? As we charge ahead into the second half of 2023, now is a great time to pause and evaluate whether your nonprofit's systems are working optimally for you.

    A while back, we talked about my favorite tech tools and the importance of s...

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    Mid-Year Check-In
    It's hard to believe the summer is half over already! Where did the year go? I don't know about you, but I'm a goal-setter, so mid-year is a good time to check in on my progress. Like most years, I've had a lot of unexpected things come up. It's a process of learning to roll with the changes and adjust as I go.

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    ROI for Foodies

    I enjoy watching some of the Food Network challenges because it's fun to discover new baking ideas. While watching an episode last week, I noticed another reason the competitions are so much fun to watch.

    Grant writers and Food Network competitors go through a similar process in hopes of winning money. To win the ...

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    The Link Between Competition and a Scarcity Mindset

    Competition is at the heart of every grant application, and a scarcity mindset can come from a position of competition. Many nonprofits work on a very limited budget, so the struggle with a scarcity mindset is common. After all, you wouldn't be applying for grants if you already...

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    Ask Not What the Funder Can Do for You…

    In our last episode, we talked about how your nonprofit can stay relevant to funders, in the community, and as a grant writer. Today we're going to talk about how to write stronger grant proposals and build relationships with funders by aligning the relevance of your program to their missi...

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    Welcome, Up-and-Coming World Changers!

    Are you thinking about a career in grant writing, but don't know where to start?

    I have a passion to train and equip grant writers with the skills they need to be successful because I had ...

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    The ROI of Grant Writing

    In my recent TEDx Talk, I talked about the Real ROI of Grant Writing. In the business world, ROI means Return on Investment, but it's a different mindset in the world of grants. We're ta...

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    As a grant writer for about two decades and winning over $7M for my clients, I've learned that grant writing isn't magic, but there is a formula to increase your chances of winning grant. Today I'm sharing my secret sauce with you in my TEDx Talk! You can read the abbreviated version below or watch the full presentation (complete with pictures!) on YouTu...

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    The collective values and priorities of a society change with each generation. We express our values with our time and money, so those values then drive the economy through the demand for relevant products and services. With each economic shift, the value proposition and marketing methods adapt to the current priorities to provide the most perceived value.

    As a nonpr...

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    How to Shake Up the Status Quo and Raise Funds for Your Nonprofit

    I talk with a lot of nonprofits each week, and of course they all have one thing in common they need: more funding! That's why I like to bring in experts in other types of fund...

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