Grant Writing for Beginners
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 เม.ย. 2024
- Hey there! In today's video, we will be talking about grant writing for beginners!
In this video, we outline 5 tips for you to know if this is something you want to jump into! You can also discover if grant writing is right for you 👉 www.learngrantwriting.org/bec...
1️⃣ Find a real project!
It can feel overwhelming to approach a non-profit when you don't feel like you know what you are doing, but it is a great way to get real-world experience and jump into grant writing.
In our main grant writing course, we have options for students to use a sample project or help another student on their project so that you can apply the concepts of grant writing to a real-world project.
2️⃣ Commit to excellence in project management
I want you to start thinking of yourself as a project manager. Grant writing has so many moving pieces that it's critical to manage the project effectively.
3️⃣ Fake it 'till you make it!
Grant writing seems to always offer new terrain - even if you are an experienced grant writer! Have the confidence to know that everything is figure-out-able and you got this!
4️⃣ Have a process mindset
Create a folder structure that works for you organizationally. Figure out which grants are the best grants for your organization to pursue. It's like baking a cake, if you can do it once, you can do it again!
5️⃣ Don't be stubborn!
I was really stubborn about learning grant writing and I wasted time and money applying for grants without knowing what to do! Don't waste time and money, consider getting professionally trained in grant writing!
🌟 Wondering if grant writing is a good career for you? Take our personality quiz to find out 👉 www.learngrantwriting.org/suc...
If you aren't ready to be professionally trained but you want to learn more, check out our free grant writing class: 7 Steps to Write a Winning Grant 👉 www.learngrantwriting.org/fre...
Where are you at on your grant writing journey? What resources would be helpful for you?
Can't wait to hear from you!
🧡 The Team at Learn Grant Writing
TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 5 tips for grant writing beginners
00:37 Find a real project so that you can get grant writing experience
01:43 Commit to becoming an excellent project manager
02:28 Fake it until you make it
03:10 Have a process mindset
04:15 Don't be stubborn. Learn how to write winning grants!
considering i quite literally just got a job grant writing despite never having done if before thank you for this account because i am marathoning it
You're welcome! You may find this useful as well: www.learngrantwriting.org/grant-writing-training/
I loved this video as a complete beginner. I have no idea what i'm doing or even if I want to pursue grant writing so this was a really helpful, very basic overview.
Yay thank you Kim for the feedback! Here is an additional training on how you might break into this field if you are interested. No prior experience required based on our method: www.learngrantwriting.org/webinar-videos/discover-grant-writing
Thank you for another amazing video! You have become my go-to resource.
Amazing! If you need additional resources, visit the free training video section on our website: www.learngrantwriting.org/webinar-videos
Thank you. Very helpful.
No problem!
Another great video, thanks Meredith!
Ahhh lovin' the words of affirmation 😁
Very helpful, thank you! 😊
You're welcome!
I thank you for this video.
You're very welcome!
Thank you!!
You're super welcome Emma! This is another stellar starting point (free grant writing class): www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course And, here's Meredith's latest book: www.amazon.com/How-Write-Grant-Writing-Unicorn-dp-1733395741/dp/1733395741/
Thank you for sharing all your learning to make it more easier for us to understand.
Glad it was helpful! It's scary on the outside and easier when you dive under the hood!
@@LearnGrantWriting You have motivate me to try my first grant application. I recently found a $2,500 grant and while I was reading it I thought on some friends and family I know that could be of help. Today I am helping them to complete the application. This is going to be a test for me to see if this is something I am good at. I am really excited, i just want to help them.
@@isarisrebecaquinonesperez9290 Get it! Nice work! The only way to find out is to dive right in. Very excited for you. If it feels like a great fit, we'd love to have you in the Grant Writing Unicorn Collective.
The recipe metaphor works for so many things, not just grant writing. I’m going to take a look at that course. Thanks!
Awesome! Let us know what you think!
Wow! I think I just blew out my speakers on the intro! Get that turned WAY down gf...have whoever does your sound mixing to just get the Intro toned down, or turn your voice way up so that they are similar. :)
It's better now for new videos! TH-cam has def been a work in progress over the last five years+. Sorry!!
I’m a beginner but I don’t know if I actually learned anything about grant writing. Although I am inspired for project management, thanks!
Check out our free grant writing class TH-cam playlist or you can take it here: www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course
Love that you are getting into this. Grant writing is an amazing skill!
Very clear and helpful explanation. I have a tiny business (just me) and would like to learn how to write a grant for my business. I appreciate these tips 😊
Catching up on some comments here. That's excellent. You might also want to check out grants for for-profit businesses. You can find that here: th-cam.com/video/k0xLtbjsRpQ/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the information. Much appreciated!
Glad it was helpful. What's caught your eye about grant writing?
@@LearnGrantWriting I’m working with a business that established a 501c3 and is now seeking funding for projects we are planning. We were looking for a grant writer in our area but I decided I can take a crack at it. I have 0 experience writing grants but I believe I can do it.
That's the spirit! Have you tried taking our free grant writing course yet?
@@LearnGrantWriting no I haven’t but I’m interested.
Of course@@RHnCo! You could check it out here: www.learngrantwriting.org/grant-writing-training/
Fantastic overview about what grant writer can be.
Thank you! What has caught your eye about grant writing?
@@LearnGrantWritingI'm tasked to work on it. I came from Software Development and QA background, these things are new to me but I'm trying to learn as much as I could. Your video is spot on from what I would assume it would be.
What's your advise for someone like me who's just starting?
Hey there! Thanks for your response! Feel free to book a free 1:1 with our Grants Expert, Coach Rose. Dropping her calendar here in case you're interested: calendly.com/info-27065/1-1-call-with-rose-clone
@@nelpontejos hey sorry for the delayed follow up! My advice is summed up here: www.learngrantwriting.org/become-a-paid-grant-writer/
I prefer working with folks that are new to it. You don't have any bad habits or limiting beliefs.
Your background with software dev and QA would dovetail nicely. It means you know a thing or two about project management and communication!
Plus...I think you'd love the Ai grant writing software we built for internal use only. :)
Want to drop us an email after watching that training I linked up? info@senworks.org
Omg I love u...lol this is perfect and you are amazing
Awe, blushing over here. We're glad that you found this to be perfection. Are you exploring a career change into grant writing?
Thank you for such a great video.
I would like to know the difference formats between national and international grant proposals
Like any proposal, the format requirements are always dependent on what the funder asks for. We have a member in the Collective who also shared with us that she has found international grant proposals to require higher standards for measuring and evaluating impact than she has seen in regional and local grants. Great question! Are you looking to write international grants?
@@LearnGrantWriting thank you for your prompt response!
Yes, I would like to write international grant proposal.
Hope to learn more from you.
@@zeezinia nice! What are you trying to get funded? Have you taken our free mini grant writing class? If not, this is a good starting point: www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course
I’m starting an A to Z Grant Writing course next week.
Rock on! Leveling up in learning is the way to go. If you're looking for additional training on how you might build on your A to Z training with an earn to learn model, with no prior experience required based on our method you can find that here: www.learngrantwriting.org/webinar-videos/discover-grant-writing
Is this for the purpose of providing your services of "Grant Writing" or would this work for business owner looking to submit a grant to start a business?
GRANT WRITINGS PROJECT MANAGER !!!
「ビデオコンテンツはとても素晴らしいです、おめで
Don’t fake it until you make it. Believe it until you achieve it
As someone who is still in college and unsure of what to do after graduation, I was considering going into this part of the writing field.
However, I desire to be a story writer. Would this option still be a good fit for me to get my foot into the writing field?
I currently have the option to pursue a internship as a grant writer, but I do not know anything about it nor have I taken a course on grant writing.
All great questions. There is a facet of storytelling within grant writing, specifically as you craft a needs statement. I will also add that you do not need to be a writer to get into grant writing, contrary to what you might think. Grant writing requires straightforward, simple language. You can take our career fit quiz to see if grant writing is a good fit for you. You can find that here: www.learngrantwriting.org/successful-grant-writer-quiz/
The question back to you is, what kind of life do you want to build & what career can get you there?
@@LearnGrantWriting I did not realize you responded! Thank you for your help! I actually decided to consider taking an internship in grant writing. I will also be taking a course on grant writing at my college. I think it is a great opportunity for me to get deeper into the writing field
Yeah! That's so exciting that you'll be pursuing grant writing. You won't know if you like it unless you give it a try. University courses in grant writing are great at covering the foundation of writing, but they fail to fill the gap on how to take the skills you acquire into the real world. We're cheering you on and we'll be here when you're ready to utilize your skills in effecting real change while making money as a grant writer.
I guess I’m not a beginner b/c I already do these. 😭
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Lol yeah it's the look all Spring up here in Alaska 😄
Is grant writing somethng that can be done part time?
Hey Matt! Absolutely. In fact, I just got off a coaching call with a member who closed out the year, after intentionally working part-time hours, making over $50k. She said grant writing "allowed (her) the flexibility to juggle being a mother, wife, household manager and professional, in and around taking (her) kiddo to a special needs school." Stories like this are happening every day. Where are you in your grant writing journey?
@@LearnGrantWriting hey! I'm at the VERY beginning. I been somewhat successful at content writing and YT scripts but would like a bit more. I'm like the person you described, very busy but can be flexible enough.
No worries about being at the beginning of your journey. Everyone has to start somewhere. 😉 You're seeking flexibility and "a bit more," as you say. Got it. Grant writing would be an ideal lane for you, then. Plus, your skills as a content writer give you a head start in pivoting to a new career. What questions are coming up about getting into grant writing?
I'm learning about the field and am very curious, why do you state "grant writer" when you're actually a proposal writer attempting to win grants?
Hmmm that is a grant writer. Not following the question.
@@LearnGrantWriting from what I've read, "grant writer" is the incorrect term, unless you're the one literally writing out the grant itself. You're writing a proposal in an attempt to win the grant, you're not actually writing out the grant itself
@@EdisonMedicine you can call yourself whatever you want. I used to say Funding Strategist. Are you wanting to get into grant writing?
@@LearnGrantWriting I am! And I'm sorry if I sounded rude, I was just incredibly confused initially when trying to figure out the difference between "grant writer" and "proposal writer" until I started watching more of your videos and other resources
@@EdisonMedicine all good! Def recommend watching the video on our website about how to get into the field - lmk if you need a link
Yeh i'm not sure if i learned anything about actual grant writing here except "ahuh~ like... be the unicorn!!" Haha I'm sure she's a super lovely person but not what i was expecting
You can take our free grant writing course if you're looking for a deeper dive: www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course
CAPTIONS!!!! Thank you. I had my first perspective client today. I felt like an idiot, then he asked for free work. Well, at least I don't feel like I lost to much.
Glad it was helpful! Keep going your ideal client will come.
What if a non profit isn't interested in paying you for grant writing? How does that work exactly?
Right? Right?
Are you ready to take the leap? Try our free grant writing course now: www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course/
Brad. Less Bartolo. More Ruth!
Why the super loud music? That's stupid it's 1:30 am!!! 🙄🙄🙄
Hmmm don't watch the video then? :)
wow i really think you have some valuable content but the microphone is so low i could not stay to listen
Videos from Mar/April 2021 onward should be way better as we got a better mic. So, be sure to go watch those videos first and we will look into refilming these older ones with better audio. You can also take a free grant writing class that has stronger audio here: www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course
@@LearnGrantWriting Will do!
Not impressed, it’s just 5 tips on what to possibly do. Not any real information on the writing process, approach, or anything really.
Two resources for you: #1 - A free grant writing class: www.learngrantwriting.org/free-grant-writing-course and this playlist on the 7 Steps to Grant Writing: th-cam.com/video/9vbR07JMmHQ/w-d-xo.html
You are speaking too fast so.....
Haaaaa HAAAA HAAA ha..she said a Whole lot of Nothing
Real human over here - keep that in mind! Best of luck to you.