Grant Readiness & Writing Course

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Beyond Grant Writing: Building a Strategic Path to Funding Success

Cost

$765 

Format

Online
* Instructor-led | 4 Tuesday evenings | 6:00pm to 9:00pm (AST) | 12 hours total

Next course date

Tuesday, October 20 - Tuesday, November 10, 2026 (6:00pm - 9:00pm AST)

This course is designed for nonprofit leaders, community organizations, and professionals looking to strengthen their overall approach to funding—not just their writing skills.

Participants will explore the full grant lifecycle, including identifying the right opportunities, aligning internal priorities, and developing strong, competitive proposals. The focus is on helping organizations become fundable, not just more active applicants.

Participants will receive a complimentary one-to-one consultation with Vanessa Burns, providing personalized guidance and feedback tailored to their organization.

  • 4 Interactive Online Sessions
  • Complimentary one-to-one consultation with Vanessa Burns, providing personalized guidance and feedback tailored to their organization.

Through practical exercises and real-world examples, you’ll learn to:

  • Clarify funding needs and priorities
  • Identify aligned grant opportunities
  • Strengthen organizational positioning
  • Write clear, compelling proposals
  • Build realistic budgets and workplans

Leave with stronger proposals, clearer direction, and a more strategic approach to securing funding.

You will benefit if you are: 

  • Nonprofit staff and leaders responsible for funding
  • Community organizations seeking sustainable support
  • Beginners or those looking to strengthen their grant strategy

Online; 4 Tuesday evenings; 6:00pm to 9:00pm (AST)

2027 Dates: 

January 12 - February 2, 2027

April 6 - 27, 2027

Notes:

  • Schedule: 4 Tuesday evenings - 6 pm to 9 pm – 12 hours total

Certificate Pathways

 

Make Executive & Professional Development part of your learning journey.

 

Grant Readiness & Writing Course counts toward the following Applied and Professional Certificates:  Applied Certificate in Strategic Change Leadership |  Applied Certificate in Effective Business Communication (36 hours) and the Professional Certificate in Change and Strategic Leadership | Professional Certificate in Strategic Communication & Influence (60 hours), allowing you to stack courses toward a broader leadership credential.

Instructors

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Grant Professionals Association Approved Trainer

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