1056: Transform Grant Writing into an Exciting Opportunity with Nonprofit Grant Strategist Teresa Huff
Do you have a nonprofit organization but avoid grant writing for its complexities? Many nonprofits want to increase their impact but need more funding. Thus, grant writing is the way to go. Find grant opportunities that are a good fit and align with the nonprofit's mission and goals, build relationships with funders, and create compelling proposals.\n\n\n\n\nhttps://youtu.be/TXwKytUL7ks\n\n\n\n\nTeresa Huff is the host of the Grant Writing Simplified podcast, a TEDx speaker, and a nonprofit strategy expert. She has been referred to as the "nonprofit powerhouse" after winning over $7.5 million in grants for schools and nonprofits. Today, Teresa shares her insights on the basics of grant writing, strategies for nonprofits to secure funding, and how to use constraints as a catalyst for creativity in the grant writing process.\n\n\n\nQuotes\n\n\n\n\u201cGrants are much more strategic and are part of a long game, rather than quick or easy money.\u201d \u2013 Teresa Huff\n\n\n\n\u201cInstead of focusing on return on investment, it's about return on impact\u2014where funders can give to make the most difference.\u2019\u201d \u2013 Teresa Huff\n\n\n\n\u201cPeople often feel there's a wall and grantmakers are untouchable. However, many grantmakers welcome conversation and dialogue, and encourage getting to know them before you apply for a grant.\u201d \u2013 Teresa Huff\n\n\n\nTakeaways\n\n\n\n02:31 Grants are a strategic, long-term game, not a quick source of easy money. Nonprofits need to build a strong foundation and align their mission with potential funders before pursuing grants.\n\n\n\n09:13 Focusing on the "return on impact" rather than just the "return on investment" can help nonprofits better articulate the value and significance of their work to potential funders.\n\n\n\n12:04 Using constraints as a catalyst for creativity can lead to more compelling and impactful grant proposals. Embracing the limitations of grant guidelines can inspire innovative solutions.\n\n\n\n15:20 Building relationships with grantmakers, seeking their feedback, and adopting a collaborative learning attitude can significantly improve the chances of securing funding.\n\n\n\n19:09 Reaching out directly to experienced grant writing experts can provide invaluable guidance and support to nonprofits looking to improve their grant writing skills and strategies.\n\n\n\nResources\n\n\n\n\nTeresa Huff: Grant Strategy and Training for Nonprofits\n\n\n\nTeresa Huff on LinkedIn\n\n\n\nGrant Writing Simplified Podcast