Breaking the Bank: Grants' Biggest Secrets Revealed

Get That Cash! Business Grant GuidanceStraight Cash Opportunities for Your Business, Homie.Finally, the pro-tip episode we've been promising for ages! Well, about two seasons anyway. From grant-writing to review, Michelle and Joan join forces for a content rich, use right now conversation on grants. The two focus on finding, applying and reporting on those funding sources that are the best fit for your needs, while creating a process that keeps your admin time light but can still drop the cash needed to start, grow or scale your business.From getting to know administrators to weaving the story that keeps you front and center for future opportunities, this discussion takes years of writing and reviewing grant applications and distills the basics (and then some). For those looking to take advantage of these sometimes-slippery-but-almost-always worth-it resources to support your next project, hire or revenue stream - you're gonna wanna hit "save" on this one. Like:Grants vs. hanging with Bea Arthur in a money machineGrant-writing experience matters, and you can build itGetting clear on your needs and use of funds90-day action plans and a boilerplate are everythingEssential grant components and how to excel at themTracking and reporting progress even when it's not "required"Grant Speak 101See full definitions on the Proofing Stage websiteBudgetCost sharingEffortNon-dilutive fundingPost-award managementPre-award costsPrime sponsorProgress reportsProgram ManagerProject periodRequest for Applications (RFA)LinksChama CapitalCheck out their grants database for upcoming opportunities. They're a great source for seeing what's available. Bonus! Their list is organized and you can sort based on eligibility requirements. CreditsTheme Music by Thorn HazeAdditional Music by: wildman48 (via Pixabay)Podcast Cover Art by Lisa Orye Produced by Joan Kanner and Michelle BondFind more at proofingstage.comFollow us on Instagram and Threads @proofingstageJoin Proofing Stage+ to support us supporting you, AND access new bonus content in-between episodes!See Buzzsprout's Privacy Policy for listener privacy and read our disclaimer here.