Sponsoring:
Essential Grant Skills
— a 4-day training —
July 28-31, 2026
Need an intro to grant proposal writing or a refresher course? Then this fast-paced, two-day course is just for you! Learn how the grant process works so you can translate the passion for your mission into a compelling argument for funding. This training is ideal for government agencies and nonprofit organizations seeking federal, foundation and corporate funding.
Learn how to:
- Write a data-based description of the problem your nonprofit is addressing
- Define specific, measurable outcomes and demonstrate that your organization can deliver them
- Build a basic, doable evaluation plan (and know when to call in an expert)
- Outline a bulletproof budget
- Plan ahead for future funding to sustain your program
- Understand the grant proposal review process
- Identify which tools help you find grantmakers that are right for you
Training Includes:
- An immersive experience delivered live over 4 days
- Sample grant proposals for reference
- A folder and digital e-notebook richly filled with resources
- PDF PowerPoints used in class
- Certificate of Completion for all who fully participate
- Three months of Alumni Membership benefits which include:
- A proposal review by one of the Center’s senior trainers
- Access to funder databases
- Discounts for more grant training, consulting, & publications
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Learn more: Essential Grant Skills
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