I'm often asked to write grants for various businesses, faith based entities, and nonprofit organizations. What is often misunderstood is that in order to write a grant, you need to demonstrate an organized mission as well as fiscal responsibility (to include tax filings and annual audits). Needless to say, many organizations lack the financial piece. Grantors want to know that you will conduct business and make their money look good! Because I want you to gain funding as muc

Know that not all grant writers are created equal! When hiring a grant writer, be cautious. Anyone who tells you that they charge based on commission and are paid directly from the grant is committing an illegal act! Grants will not pay for anyone to write the grant. Think about it: the grant is already written and submitted by the time the grantor reads it. Why would a grantor pay you for work completed before they see it? Grant funds are intended to pay for philanthropic or