MODULE 1: THE FUNDAMENTALS

In Module 1, new grantwriters will learn about the world of grant writing, including what to expect the grants life cycle and how to determine grant eligibility.

By the end of Module 1, you will be able to speak like a professional grantwriter and confidently determine whether an organziational is eligible to apply for a grant opportunity.

MODULE 2: THE FUNDERS

In Module 2, you'll learn about the vast world of grant prospecting—in other words, finding funders who are a match for investing in a nonprofit's work! You'll define your organization's key characterisitics, learn about prospecting tools, and establish the Rule of 5 to stay organized while you pursue your funder prospects.

By the end of Module 2, you will have a list of funding prospects and a complete annual workplan to build on (a grants workplan is never done!).

MODULE 3: THE MOST COMMON QUESTIONS

All your grant proposal questions, answered! In this module, we'll go over the most commonly asked grant proposal questions and what the funder is looking for.

You'll finish Module 3 understanding not just how to answer questions, but also how to tell a compelling organizational story—regardless of the grant application format.

MODULE 4: THE CONTENT

Module 4 is all about efficiency. You'll learn how to use discovery documents to your advantage, how to leverage the "creative commons," and best practices for narrative interviews so you can get the most compelling information from your colleagues.

Better yet, you'll finish Module 4 with the confidence to call the foundation and ask the right questions to set yourself up for grantwriting success!

MODULE 5: THE STRATEGY

Module 5 is the heartbeat of the Nonprofit Grant Magic course—what I call Voice Lessons! You'll learn how to write from your organization's perspective by identifying the key elements of its voice and brand. You'll also learn how to write to your audience, while bringing your own skills and talents to the grantwriting process.

You'll finish Module 5 understanding how to integrate the trifecta of perspectives into your grant proposals—the organization, the funder, and the writer—YOU!

MODULE 6: THE FINANCES AND THE ATTACHMENTS

This module covers the many layers of editing you'll need to plan for and complete to finish your grant proposal. On top of that, we cover the documents you'll need to prepare, understand and attach to most proposals.

A key takeaway from this lesson is how to set yourself apart as a grantwriter by understanding advanced budgeting concepts!

MODULE 7: THE EVALUATION AND THE REPORTING

Module 7 covers what to expect after you submit your grant proposal and how to prepare narrative and financial reports.

You'll finish Module 7 with the knowledge to set yourself up for success with grant reports so that funders will want to keep investing in your organization.

MODULE 8: THE CAREER PATHWAY

If you're looking to build a career as a grantwriter, you'll need to create strategies for sustainability, peer support, and professional development.

The conclusion to the Nonprofit Grant Magic course gives you personalized strategies to keep raising money for the long haul. I give you the mindset tricks that I've used to raise millions of dollars every year as a nonprofit grantwriter.