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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.

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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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Scholarships to Oklahoma Youth to Attend Gifted Student Summer Camp Programs

Deadline: 05/08/26

Scholarships of up to $500 to Oklahoma gifted and talented students to attend special summer camp programs. Funding is intended to reimburse families for summer camp attendance for students who are identified as gifted and talented. The camp does not have to be in...

GrantWatch ID#: 166892
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Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits for Programs that Improve the Quality of Life in Local Communiti...

Deadline: 05/10/26

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations for programs and projects that improve the quality of life for local residents. Funding is intended to support a variety of community and family services, health care programs, educational projects, and activities related...

GrantWatch ID#: 181921
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Grants to Central Oklahoma Organizations and Individuals for Basic Needs, Disaster Relief, Hea...

Deadline: 05/15/26

Grants to Central Oklahoma organizations in eligible communities to address local community needs and for individuals in need of financial assistance. Funding is intended to support healthcare, education, disaster relief, personal needs, and community purpose. Eli...

GrantWatch ID#: 180480
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Grants to Oklahoma Organizations and Individuals to Benefit Residents in Eligible Counties

Deadline: 05/22/26

Grants to Oklahoma organizations and individuals to benefit residents in eligible counties. Funding is intended to provide financial assistance for individuals and to support organizational programs that address community needs. The goal of the grant program is to...

GrantWatch ID#: 180875
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Grants to Oklahoma PreK-12 Schools to Offset the Cost of Transportation for Field Trips

Deadline: 05/30/26

Grants to Oklahoma PreK-12 private, public, and charter schools to offset the cost of transportation for field trips. New applicants are required to register in the grant portal prior to submitting a grant application. The purpose of the program is to transport st...

GrantWatch ID#: 215687
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Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Address Community Needs in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 07/15/26 LOI Date: 06/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations to address community needs in eligible regions. Applicants for large grants are required to submit a letter of inquiry prior to submitting a full application. Projects may be in the following areas of focus: education, en...

GrantWatch ID#: 175854
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Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits and Scientific and Educational Institutions for Programs that Be...

Deadline: 08/01/26 LOI Date: 06/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations and scientific and educational institutions for programs that benefit local residents. Applicants are required to contact staff and submit a Letter of Inquiry prior to submitting a full application. The funding source has...

GrantWatch ID#: 176025
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Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Provide Legal Services for Vulnerable Populations

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma law-related nonprofit organizations for programs that serve disadvantaged families and individuals and for projects that improve the justice system. Funding is intended to provide legal services, law-related education, and activities that improv...

GrantWatch ID#: 183659
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Grants to Oklahoma Artists for Collaborative Arts Projects

Deadline: 06/01/26 Conference Date: 04/23/26

Grants of $5,000 and grants of $10,000 to Oklahoma artists to promote artistic creativity and innovation. Funding is intended to support artist-led initiatives that have a positive impact on local communities. Grants assist with collaborative community-driven visu...

GrantWatch ID#: 213896
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Grants to Oklahoma Nonprofits to Benefit Residents in Eligible Regions

Deadline: 06/01/26

Grants to Oklahoma nonprofit organizations and government agencies for programs and projects that benefit communities in eligible locations. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended to address education, healthcare, and other comm...

GrantWatch ID#: 223562
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