Grant Writing & Funding
Holly Rustick
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World-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author Holly Rustick provides coaching that helps new and experienced grant writers replace their full-time income while writing grants part-time from home (or anywhere they want to live or travel in the world).
She coaches changemakers to master grant writing and start to grow 6-figure+ grant writing businesses on part-time hours via her signature group program, “Freelance Grant Writer Academy."
As an unapologetic feminist, Holly’s work in coaching female grant writers to master grant writing, find their cause-area niche, and navigate value-based pricing and nonprofit sales is breaking glass ceilings for women all over the world.
Every week, she coaches thousands of people through the top-ranking podcast, Grant Writing & Funding, books on grant writing, and inside the Freelance Grant Writer Academy.
Holly has 20 years of experience in grant writing, and began her freelance grant writing journey back in 2005. While teaching in Kuwait and Indonesia, and then earning a Master’s Degree in International Political Economy in Belgium, Holly saw the light of setting up a virtual-based business in grant writing back in the mid-2000s. Having secured more than $45 million of dollars for nonprofit organizations, and then setting up a multi 6-figure freelance business, Holly has a mission to help female grant writers break out of toxic nonprofit J-O-B-S and create high-level income while freelance grant writing.
Inside the Freelance Grant Writer Academy, students have secured more than $225+ million in grant funding and $4+ million in revenue in their grant writing businesses within two years.
To amplify this work, she is past-president of the Guam Women’s Chamber of Commerce and was appointed to the Guam Business Advisory Task Force as an advisor to the first female governor of Guam. Holly lives on the island of Guam with her beautiful daughter, Isabella.
If you are interested in replacing your full-time income while writing grants part-time from home (or from anywhere in the world!) join the Freelance Grant Writer Academy!
www.grantwritingandfunding.com.
World-renowned grant writing expert and Amazon bestselling author Holly Rustick provides coaching that helps new and experienced grant writers replace their full-time income while writing grants part-time from home (or anywhere they want to live or travel in the world).
She coaches changemakers to master grant writing and start to grow 6-figure+ grant writing businesses on part-time hours via her signature group program, “Freelance Grant Writer Academy."
As an unapologetic feminist, Holly’s work in coaching female grant writers to master grant writing, find their cause-area niche, and navigate value-based pricing and nonprofit sales is breaking glass ceilings for women all over the world.
Every week, she coaches thousands of people through the top-ranking podcast, Grant Writing & Funding, books on grant writing, and inside the Freelance Grant Writer Academy.
Holly has 20 years of experience in grant writing, and began her freelance grant writing journey back in 2005. While teaching in Kuwait and Indonesia, and then earning a Master’s Degree in International Political Economy in Belgium, Holly saw the light of setting up a virtual-based business in grant writing back in the mid-2000s. Having secured more than $45 million of dollars for nonprofit organizations, and then setting up a multi 6-figure freelance business, Holly has a mission to help female grant writers break out of toxic nonprofit J-O-B-S and create high-level income while freelance grant writing.
Inside the Freelance Grant Writer Academy, students have secured more than $225+ million in grant funding and $4+ million in revenue in their grant writing businesses within two years.
To amplify this work, she is past-president of the Guam Women’s Chamber of Commerce and was appointed to the Guam Business Advisory Task Force as an advisor to the first female governor of Guam. Holly lives on the island of Guam with her beautiful daughter, Isabella.
If you are interested in replacing your full-time income while writing grants part-time from home (or from anywhere in the world!) join the Freelance Grant Writer Academy!
www.grantwritingandfunding.com.
Episodes
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Jan 8, 2020 • 35min
105: How to Conduct Nonprofit Strategic Planning for Your Best Year Ever
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.Get ready for 2020 with some strategic planning!
Dec 31, 2019 • 38min
104: Top 4 Episodes of 2019
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.Hey Changemakers!
It's our last episode of the decade so here's a mashup of our top 4 most listened to episodes including 2 great interviews!
Happy New Year!
Dec 24, 2019 • 50min
103: Grant Writing Certification: To Be or Not to Be with Mike Chamberlain, CEO of GPA
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.One of the most common questions I hear is “Should I become a certified grant writer?” Well, the answer is different for everyone! That’s why we walk you through all the ins and outs of certification in this episode.
“I may not write grant proposals or manage grant funds, but I want to make sure that grant professionals everywhere have the tools and resources so that they can make those impacts on their communities.” -Mike Chamberlain
In Today's episode, you'll learn about:
-- How Mike got involved with grants and became an entrepreneur
-- Getting started as an independent contractor or freelancer
-- Developing a business plan for yourself
-- Different tasks you can help a nonprofit with
-- Networking resources for grant writers
-- Types of grant writing certifications
-- Should you become a certified grant writer?
-- How long it takes to become certified
-- The cost to become certified
-- The GPA community where you can find your tribe
Links:
GPA: https://www.grantprofessionals.org
GPCI: https://www.grantcredential.org
Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube!
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Dec 17, 2019 • 56min
102: How to Create a Platform & Secure Multiple Streams of Income with Honoree Corder
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.If you think you don’t know enough to write a book, this episode will change your mind!
“Turn the volume up on the voice of possibility. Choose to listen to someone who tells you that something is possible.” -Honoree Corder
In Today's episode, you'll learn about:
-- 4 Different streams of income
-- How writing (now 51 books!) has changed her life
-- Tips for getting paid to speak in public
-- Why you should and can write a book
-- The benefits of being a published author
-- Traditional Publishing vs. Self Publishing
-- Getting into consulting and finding clients
-- Ways to develop your business when you don’t have much experience
Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube!
To share your thoughts:
Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com
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Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them!
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Dec 10, 2019 • 52min
101: Why the DUNS & SAM is Vital to Securing Federal Money with Boris Hertslet of Guam PTAC
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.There are so many acronyms when it comes to grant writing! In this interview with Boris Hertslet, we discuss two of the most important ones for getting federal grants - DUNS & SAM.
In Today's episode, you'll learn about:
--Guam TPAC - How they can help
--The first steps toward getting federal grants
--Getting you EIN from the IRS
--What is the DUNS and why do you need it?
--Tips for getting registered with the SAM
--Common issues with DUNS & SAM
Scam Alert - These are FREE! Never pay money.
--The renewal process for every year
--Finding free resources to help with federal grants
Links:
--EIN (Employer Identification Number) - https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/employer-identification-number
--DUNS (Data Universal Number System) - https://www.grants.gov/applicants/organization-registration/step-1-obtain-duns-number.html
--SAM (System for Award Management) - https://www.grants.gov/applicants/organization-registration/step-2-register-with-sam.html
--PTAC (Procurement of Technical Assistance Centers) - https://www.aptac-us.org/
Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube!
To share your thoughts:
Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com
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Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them!
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Dec 3, 2019 • 26min
100th Episode! How to Create Valuable Content that Brings in Donors & Clients
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.Hey changemaker! I am so excited about today’s podcast! I know I say that every week, but today is the 100th episode! Can you believe it? Before we even start today I want to say a HUGE THANK YOU for listening and hanging out with me on this journey! You are simply amazing!
Today, I am paying homage to you and this podcast!
You are going to learn about creating content, why it is super important to show your credibility as a nonprofit or consultant, how to effectively tell your story as a nonprofit or creating depth as a consultant, and create a movement for people to be part of!
Of course, the content will help build up donors, funders, clients, and/or customers.
I will give examples for both nonprofits and consultants for how you can get ahead without overwhelm before 2020 even kicks off.
Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube!
To share your thoughts:
Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com
To help out the show:
Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them!
Subscribe on iTunes or on YouTube.
Looking for more? Follow us on Instagram @grantwriting_funding
Nov 26, 2019 • 53min
099: Do You Just Ask for Money or Do You Tell a Story? Featuring Dan Portnoy of Portnoy Media Group
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.Check out this week’s interview with Dan Portnoy to learn more about increasing funding through storytelling and to get ready for Giving Tuesday!
Bio:
Dan is the founder of Portnoy Media Group and the author of The Non-Profit Narrative: How Telling Stories Can Change the World.
For over two decades, Dan has worked with the toughest outposts of Fortune 500 companies to get them back on track with big results. He is a sought after to help flesh out ideas, coach teams, and lead senior staff through the digital age.
He is a story expert and builds narratives that remove the barriers between traditional cultivation and acquisition.
Ready to connect with Dan?
FREE course: How To Make #GivingTuesday Amazing Without A Plan... yet!
Websites: Portnoy Media Group and Dan Portnoy
Podcast: Copy That!
Instagram & Twitter: @danportnoy
In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about:
--Dan’s extensive background in nonprofit work
--Using the simplicity of storytelling to connect
--Assessing a nonprofit’s story, internally and externally
--How to make the most of Giving Tuesday
--Dan’s FREE course - How To Make #GivingTuesday Amazing Without A Plan... yet!
--Why Giving Tuesday shouldn’t be your BIG campaign
--The best timing for recurring gifts
--Tips for improving your email marketing
--Dan’s next book coming soon!
Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube!
To share your thoughts:
Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com
To help out the show:
Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them!
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Nov 19, 2019 • 1h 16min
098: How to Make a Nonprofit Fly with Zac Woonsam of Youth Inspiration Nation
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.Zac shares the ins and outs of his nonprofit while Holly provides TONS OF TIPS for increasing funding and getting more grants!
“You have to talk to other people. Learn lessons that they’ve learned already so that you don’t have to make that same mistake.” - Zac Woonsam
In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about:
--The reality of working with nonprofits
--The inspiration behind Zac’s nonprofit
--How he teaches and encourages middle school kids
--The logistics of teaching children how to fly
--The downside to giving things away for free
--Strategies Zac uses to fund his nonprofit
--How to move from foundation grants to federal funds
--Tons of practical tips from Holly on getting federal grants
--Making connections to increase funding
--What to do when you can’t afford a grant writer (don’t miss this!)
--Writing a press release to get more visibility
*Mentioned in the interview:
--Press Release Blog Post: http://www.grantwritingandfunding.com/77
--Press Release Podcast: https://grantwritingandfunding.podia.com/step-by-step-tips-to-write-a-press-release-sample-template
“Step 1 - Have a dream. Step 2 - Go big or go home. Step 3 - Work your butt off” - Zac Woonsam
Biography:
Zac Woonsam is the Executive Director of Youth Inspiration Nation Inc, a non-profit that is dedicated to providing motivation, inspiration, and education through aviation. In a nutshell, he teaches little kids how to fly. Zac founded Youth Inspiration Nation in 2017, and it's been the most painfully brutal, yet amazingly gratifying experience he's ever had. His favorite saying is, "If it was easy, it wouldn't be any fun!"
You can find Zac on his website https://inspirekids.us/ or on Facebook and Instagram! @AviationEducation4Kids. You can also help the kids get their wings by making a donation on Giving Tuesday this year! https://www.globalgiving.org/projects/support-aviation-education-4-kids/
Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube!
To share your thoughts:
Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com
To help out the show:
Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them!
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Nov 12, 2019 • 57min
097: What You Need to Know Before You Start a Fundraiser w/ Matt Hugg, Founder of Nonprofit.Courses
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.Matt Hugg’s passion is education, and he has so much to offer nonprofit organizations. Check out Nonprofit.Courses for access to more than 300 FREE courses!
“When you’re working with a nonprofit, you get caught in that ‘mission bubble.’ There’s nothing wrong with that, but you need to be able to do more than that. You need to connect yourself out to other resources, whether it’s marketing, human resources, or accounting so that you can actually carry forward your mission.” - Matt Hugg
In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about:
--How Matt got started with Nonprofit.Courses
--His extensive background in teaching and online courses
--Learning new skills to further your nonprofit’s mission
--The diversity in the available courses on his website
--Behind the scenes of nonprofits
--The basics of successful fundraising
--The mathematical formula for fundraisers
--Three aspects you MUST cover to have success in raising money
--Overcoming the major challenges in fundraising
“There is an actual mathematical formula for fundraisers.”
Biography:
Matt Hugg is president and founder of Nonprofit.Courses, an on-demand, online (and very cost-effective) educational resource for nonprofit leaders, staff, board members and volunteers. He’s the author of the Guide to Nonprofit Consulting, and teaches nonprofit management at several universities, via the web, and in-person in the United States, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Matt’s past work includes fundraising universities and nonprofits. He has a BS from Juniata College and an MA in Philanthropy and Development from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota.
You can email Matt at matthugg@nonprofitedu.com or find him on social media at Nonprofit.Courses! You can also find his books on Amazon.
Check out the book that Matt recommends in the interview: A Spirituality of Fundraising by Henri Nouwen
Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube!
To share your thoughts:
Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com
To help out the show:
Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them!
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Nov 5, 2019 • 1h 2min
096: Raise Funds Without Overwhelm for Your Nonprofit with Beaudy Camacho
Join the Free, Live Training, "Earn an Extra $10K in 90 Days Writing Grants at Home" on Tuesday, October 14th at 4 pm - 5:30 pm EST. Click here https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar.If you need some new and fresh ideas on fundraising then you definitely need to check out this interview! You will love Beaudy’s positive, infectious energy!!
“Fundraising events should be 1) Safe, 2) Fun, and 3) Profitable!” - Beaudy Camancho
In this week’s episode, you’ll learn all about:
-How Beaudy got started with fundraising and why she built her business
-The different categories and types of fundraisers, including definitions and examples
---Services
---Events
---Raffle/Sweepstakes
---Games/Contests/Competitions
---Grams/Giveaways
---Products
---Sponsorship/Donations
---Crowdfunding
---Loyalty Programs
---Collection Programs
-Save time on fundraising by using expert advice
-Tips for planning fundraising events
-Unique and memorable fundraiser ideas you can borrow for your nonprofit!
-Which fundraiser you should do in November
-Creating a fundraising plan for 2020
“Turn your passion into a paycheck!”
Biography:
Beaudy Camacho is the founder of the events agency Fundforte, with a focus on fundraising, special events, and custom parties. Ms. Camacho has received numerous awards and recognition for her products, services, volunteerism, and support for many causes such as the success and well-being of others, education, arts, and the environment. With the most recent being the Small Business Association's 2018 Home-based Business Champion for the Island of Guam.
Plans for the future of Fundforte include giving back to the community through free publications in digital and print and creating a program to bring birthday parties to the less fortunate. The company will soon be providing more digital products, online courses and 1:1 coaching on fundraisers, parties and special events that will assist other event planners, fundraiser coordinators and party promoters or entertainers to become the best versions of themselves.
For more information on Beaudy or the Fundforte team, please visit www.fundforte.com where you can find links to all their social media, podcasts, and YouTube channel!
Listen to the podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher or watch on YouTube!
To share your thoughts:
Send Holly an email at holly@grantwritingandfunding.com
To help out the show:
Leave an honest review on iTunes. Your ratings and reviews really help, and I read all of them!
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