Grant Writing

This virtual, on-demand course provides a clear, practical foundation for building a thoughtful and sustainable grant-writing program for your nonprofit organization.

It covers essential topics such as:

• Understanding how foundations work and how grants fit into a healthy fundraising strategy
• Researching and identifying foundations that are the right fit for your mission
• Selecting fundable projects and determining appropriate request amounts
• Writing clear, compelling grant applications that follow foundation guidelines
• Building relationships with foundation staff and board members
• Handling rejection, following up effectively, and stewarding grants for long-term success

Perfect For: Development professionals, advancement staff, executive directors, and nonprofit leaders who want to pursue grants strategically without chasing unrealistic expectations or relying on grants as a sole funding source.

Course Format
This is an on-demand, self-directed course to complete at your own pace. One-time purchase with instant access to all course material.

Course access does not expire.

Module 1: Grant Strategy and Foundation Research

Build a strong strategic foundation by understanding how foundations operate, how competitive grants really are, and how to identify the right funding partners.

Lesson 1: The Reality of Foundation Grants
Lesson 2: How Foundations Work
Lesson 3: Building Grants into Your Development Strategy
Lesson 4: Finding Your Foundation Matches

Module 2: Writing Strong Grant Applications

Learn how to choose fundable projects, determine realistic request amounts, and write applications that are clear, professional, and easy to evaluate.

Lesson 1: Essential Elements of a Grant Application
Lesson 2: Choosing Fundable Projects and Request Amounts
Lesson 3: Writing That Gets Noticed

Module 3: Relationships, Follow-Up, and Stewardship

Discover how to treat foundations like major donors by building relationships, handling rejection professionally, and stewarding grants for long-term impact.

Lesson 1: Making Contact with Foundation Staff
Lesson 2: Connecting with Foundation Board Members
Lesson 3: After You Submit: Following Up and Handling Rejection
Lesson 4: Stewardship After Receiving a Grant

Is There a Course Guarantee?

Absolutely.

We guarantee that by completing this course, you’ll be equipped with the tools, frameworks, and realistic expectations needed to pursue foundation grants with confidence and clarity.

We can’t promise every grant application will be funded, but we do promise you’ll gain at least $59 worth of value. If at any time you are not satisfied, simply email our team for a full refund.