nonprofits

GrantTalk Ep 39: Community Foundation Grants with Wayne County Community Foundation | Ryanne Jennings

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Welcome to GrantTalk, where inspiring stories of philanthropy and community-driven grantmaking come to life! Hosted by Libby Hikind, founder and CEO of GrantWatch.com, this episode features a captivating conversation with Ryanne Jennings, the President and CEO of the Wayne County Community Foundation (WCCF) in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Ryanne’s passion for her community and the foundation’s mission…

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GrantTalk Ep 38: Grants to Support STEM Education and K-12 Students | Dr. Allison J. Hamilton Molnar

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Libby Hikind, founder of GrantWatch and host of GrantTalk, recently sat down with Dr. Allison J. Hamilton Molnar of Citizens for Nuclear Technology Awareness (CNTA) for a unique conversation about nuclear energy and STEM education. This episode includes a brief history of CNTA. In addition, it takes a hard look at grants from the funder’s…

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GrantTalk Ep 37: Can Grants Turn Failure into Innovation | Tim Tramble Sr. of Saint Luke’s Foundation

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In the latest episode of GrantTalk, Libby Hikind, founder of GrantWatch, invites Tim Tramble Sr., President and CEO of the Saint Luke’s Foundation of Cleveland to share his grant-giving insights. They go on to discuss how Saint Luke’s prioritizes impact and equity in its philanthropic efforts. Saint Luke’s was established in 1997 with a $200…

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Episode 35: A Closer Look at the Grant Journey of Canada’s Culinary Federation | Lisa Evangelos

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Welcome back to another episode of GrantTalk, powered by GrantWatch! This week, host Libby Hikind, CEO and Founder of GrantWatch, joins Lisa Evangelos, National Administrator of the Culinary Federation. Together, they explore the transformative role of grant funding in Canada’s culinary arts. The Culinary Federation: A Nationwide Network The Culinary Federation, a professional association connecting…

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GrantTalk Ep 32: Strengthen Communities with United Way Funding | Jessica Safransky Schacht

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Welcome to GrantTalk! In this insightful episode, Libby Hikind, founder and CEO of GrantWatch and author of The Queen of Grants: From Teacher to Grant Writer to CEO, dives deep into the world of community impact, equity, and collaborative philanthropy with Jessica Safransky-Schacht, COO of United Way of Racine County, Wisconsin. Together, they take an…

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GrantTalk Ep 29: EREF Grants and Scholarships for Sustainable Waste Management | Dr. Susie Boxman

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Welcome to GrantTalk Episode 29! In this insightful conversation, Libby Hikind, founder of GrantWatch and author of The Queen of Grants, sits down with Dr. Susie Boxman from the Environmental Research and Education Foundation (EREF) to discuss funding, research, and innovative solutions for sustainable waste management. 🌍♻️ 🌱 Who is Dr. Susie Boxman, and What…

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GrantTalk Ep 26: Learn About Donor-Advised Funds and Grant Funding for Nonprofits with Karin Beyer

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GrantTalk is back with the lowdown on donor-advised funds! Host Libby Hikind introduces Karin Beyer, Director of Community Philanthropy at Otsego Community Foundation in Michigan. Karin shares insights into their unique approach to grantmaking and community support, focusing on donor-advised funds and grant funding for nonprofits. Collaborative Grantmaking Karin explains how the Otsego Community Foundation…

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GrantTalk Ep 22 | St Johns Cultural Council: Arts Grants for Artists, Nonprofits, and Businesses

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On our most recent episode of Grant Talk, Libby Hikind hosts Brenda Swan, Director of Grants and Operations at the St. Johns County Cultural Council. The discussion highlights the various grant opportunities available through the Cultural Council, specifically those that promote tourism, arts, culture, and heritage in St. Johns County, Florida. St. Johns Supports Arts…

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GrantTalk Ep 21 | 10,000 Degrees Helps Low Income Students Go To College

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GrantTalk is thrilled to introduce Traci Lanier, the Vice President at 10,000 Degrees. 10,000 Degrees is dedicated to closing the educational opportunity gap for students from underserved communities, in short, they help low income students go to college. In this episode, Traci shares the story behind the organization and how their grant-writing efforts have propelled…

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GrantTalk Ep 20 | Katie Reusch Explains the Youth Service America Grants for Youth

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In Episode 20, Katie Reusch from YSA Youth Service America and Libby explores the transformative power of grants for youth. Since it evolved from the Roosevelt Centennial Youth Project in 1986, YSA has been at the forefront of engaging young individuals in impactful projects. Discover how YSA’s grants support young changemakers and gain insights into…

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