$60 General Public, $35 Spokes Members
Includes a boxed lunch from Aloha Catering
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Grants are a vital source of funding for nonprofit programs and services. However, diving into the application process without proper preparation can drain already limited resources. Understanding grant readiness, knowing what it takes to be fully prepared, and mastering the essential components of a successful application are critical for securing and managing funding opportunities effectively.

In this class, you will learn:

• Why it’s important to be grant-ready

• How to assess and improve your nonprofit’s grant readiness 

• The checklist requirements to become grant-ready, from documentation to nonprofit-funder alignment

• Valuable tools and resources to propel successful grant applications

This class is designed for nonprofit boards, executive directors and staff in charge of grant application.

For New or New"ish" Grant-Seeking Organizations: If you are new to grant seeking, this informative session will guide you through the necessary documents, polices, procedures, and project planning you need to have in place before researching and submitting your grant applications.  Being well-prepared is not just about making you more competitive, it is a necessity to ensuring you are eligible and competitive in the grant application process.

For Organizations with a History of Grant-Seeking Success: If you have already secured grants, maintaining and updating your grant application documents can increase your revenue and success rate. This session will also help new staff members understand the importance of these documents and their relevance to grants, especially if you have experienced staff turnover. 

For Organizations Looking to Venture into State and Federal Grants: If you are considering applying for state and federal grants, there are additional requirements you will need to be eligible to apply. This session will also cover those crucial documents, which can make the difference between your application being deemed eligible for review or not.

Instructor: Francine Errico 

Francine has been writing successful grant applications for over 10 years and has a deep understanding of the critical requirements for successful grant applications. Her expertise spans project management, event management, journalism, research, and nonprofit organizational experience, all of which contribute to creating persuasive grant proposals and impactful funding strategies. She is passionate about supporting nonprofits in their pursuit to create positive community impact.