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
Grants to New Mexico post-secondary administrator-preparation programs to provide education-based residencies. The residencies are intended to offer field-based opportunities to practice skills so that participants are better prepared for their new roles upon graduation
Awards to New Mexico organizations, businesses, and individuals to acknowledge contributions to the arts in eligible locations. Award categories include culture, arts, philanthropy, and innovation. The purpose of this program is to recognize community members who have i
Grants of $30,000 to New Mexico nonprofit organizations for activities that benefit the community in eligible regions. Funding is intended for enduring projects that will improve residents' lives and attract tourists and potential residents to the region. Eligible activ
Grants of up to $3,000 and in-kind support to New Mexico small businesses in eligible locations to sustain operations and build capacity. Funding is intended to promote the development of local small businesses by supporting growth and diversification and creating jobs
Grants to New Mexico nonprofit organizations in eligible locations for new and existing projects that benefit local residents. Funding is intended to support programs and activities focused on education, the arts, and child hunger. Eligible applicants are located in the
Grants to New Mexico state agencies, educational institutions, and tribes for environmental preservation activities. Funding is intended to restore or acquire agricultural easements and for land restoration projects. Eligible costs include surveys, environmental studies
Awards of $2,500 to Oklahoma, North Dakota, Texas, and New Mexico classroom teachers and educational professionals and personnel in eligible regions to recognize innovation in education. Funds may be used to purchase resources for the classroom or for professional devel
Grants to New Mexico businesses for workforce training programs. Applicants must submit an eligibility form prior to submitting a full proposal. Funding is intended for coursework, on-the-job training, and a combination of the two. The goal of the program is to promote
Awards to New Mexico nonprofit organizations, tribal entities, and individuals to recognize extraordinary impact on communities in eligible locations. Community impact must fall into one of the following priority areas: health and well-being, environment, education, civ
Grants of up to $15,000 to Texas and New Mexico Indian Tribal communities, leaders, and organizations, as well as non-Pueblo organizations serving Pueblo communities in eligible regions to promote the preservation and continuity of the local culture. Applicants must ser
