Key Outcomes & Insights for Beginners

Choose the Right Grants Before You Write: Learn how to assess grant opportunities and avoid wasting time on misaligned opportunities that pull your work off course.

Describe the Forest Before the Trees: Set the stage with clear, compelling context before diving into details. Help reviewers understand your project—even if they’ve never heard of your organization.

Understand the Process and Requirements: Break down grant applications to understand what's required, from attachments to submission portals. Spot red flags early so you can plan and prepare with confidence.

Get—and Stay—Organized: Strong systems and timelines are key to complete, compliant proposals. Learn how to manage deadlines, gather inputs, and avoid common submission pitfalls.

Meet Our Expert Speaker

Laurel Meister Schmuck

Senior Resource Development Officer

Laurel crafts competitive funding proposals, manages client portfolios, and helps grow local grant-seeking capacity. Prior to joining The Grant Plant in 2020, she served as the Development Manager for Explora Children’s Museum, helping secure important grant funding and individual donations. She is a graduate of the 2024 Leadership Albuquerque class, a graduate of Pivotal’s grant writing Talent Academy, and served as a 2016 Fulbright Teaching Assistant in Weimar, Germany. With a BA in English from Trinity University, Laurel is passionate about language and the craft of writing.

Unlock the Secrets to Grant Success

Join us for an immersive session where we'll delve into the intricacies of grant writing. Gain valuable insights, practical tips, and expert guidance to elevate your grant application game. Don't let common missteps hinder your success - learn how to navigate the grant landscape effectively!

Grant Professional Certification Institute

The Grant Plant is a provider of training sessions that have been accepted in the GPCI Accepted Education Program. Full participation in the above outlined presentation is applicable for 1.0 GPCI Education Point towards acquiring the GPC (Grant Professional Certification) or in maintaining the GPC certification.

Ready to Transform Your Grant Writing Skills?

Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your grant writing expertise and elevate your applications. Take the first step towards grant success today!

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