A No-Wrong Door Approach to Supporting Nonprofits through Grant Writing

Ready to grow and scale your grant writing business—but not sure what systems or strategies you need?In this episode, Jodi Riley, Principal Consultant and Certified Grant Writer at Innovant, shares how to identify where grant writing services are most needed and how to position yourself effectively within your niche.We dive into the different ways to connect with funders and build strong relationships, as well as how to determine when—and who—to hire as you begin scaling your business. Jodi also discusses the importance of being part of a grant writing community or membership program, and why surrounding yourself with people who understand the industry can accelerate your growth.Plus, we explore the systems and strategies that can help you streamline your processes, increase efficiency, and build a sustainable, scalable grant writing business.If you’re ready to move beyond solo work and start building a more structured and profitable business, this episode is packed with practical insights.ABOUT OUR GUESTJodi Riley is the Principal Consultant and a Certified Grant Writer at Innovant, where she leads a team and oversees grant writing and development processes for nonprofit organizations. With extensive experience in securing funding and building systems for success, Jodi specializes in helping organizations and consultants scale their impact through strategic grant development.She is passionate about creating efficient workflows, mentoring others in the grant writing field, and helping businesses grow through smart, sustainable strategies.OTHER RESOURCES:Weekly Newsletter: “Write Grants. Get Paid” - Get thought leadership on grant and freelance grant writing strategies every week in your inbox. https://grantwritingandfunding.com/Freelance Grant Writer Academy: Replace your Full-Time Income Writing Grants Part-Time from Home. https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-grant-writer-academy/Grant Professional Mentorship: Double your Monthly Revenue with an Income Stream Outside of Grant Writing.https://grantwritingandfunding.com/mentorshipRATE, REVIEW, & FOLLOW THE PODCASTFavor, please? If you love this podcast, would you please do me a favor and leave a review on iTunes or your podcast listener?This helps others find the podcast and I read each and every review!“Every time I listen to Holly’s show, I learn something” <– If that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing my show!Also, if you haven’t done so already, follow the Grant Writing & Funding podcast to get grant and freelance grant writing proven strategies and conversations in your podcast player every single week.Thanks for listening!Warmly,Holly RustickLeading the $1 Billion for Good Movement: By 2030, aspiring and seasoned grant writers inside the Freelance Grant Writer Academy & Grant Professional Mentorship will 1) WIN $1 Billion in Grants, and 2) MAKE $30 Million in their Grant Writing Businesses. We are on our way already.