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EPISODE · Aug 15, 2025 · 30 MIN

Grants Beyond Borders: How Sophie Grew Her Grant Writing Team from Her Home in South Africa

from Grant Writing & Funding · host Holly Rustick

In this conversation, Holly Rustick interviews Sophie Olivier, the CEO and founder of Flourish Fundraising, who shares her journey in grant writing and fundraising from South Africa. Sophie discusses the unique challenges and opportunities in the South African nonprofit sector, the importance of understanding different grant types, and the value of templates and adaptability in grant writing. She emphasizes the significance of grant readiness, building client relationships, and the impact of global changes on local funding. Sophie also reflects on her growth as a business owner, the importance of community support, and the rewarding nature of a career in fundraising.Sophie also discusses how the Grant Professional Mentorship has helped her 1) hire the right team, 2) take her first laptop-free vacation in 8 years, 3) grow her revenue, and 4) have support from an amazing group of peers.To find out more about Sophie, visit here: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/sophieTo find out more about the Grant Professional Mentorship, visit here: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/mentorship

In this conversation, Holly Rustick interviews Sophie Olivier, the CEO and founder of Flourish Fundraising, who shares her journey in grant writing and fundraising from South Africa. Sophie discusses the unique challenges and opportunities in the South African nonprofit sector, the importance of understanding different grant types, and the value of templates and adaptability in grant writing. She emphasizes the significance of grant readiness, building client relationships, and the impact of global changes on local funding. Sophie also reflects on her growth as a business owner, the importance of community support, and the rewarding nature of a career in fundraising.Sophie also discusses how the Grant Professional Mentorship has helped her 1) hire the right team, 2) take her first laptop-free vacation in 8 years, 3) grow her revenue, and 4) have support from an amazing group of peers.To find out more about Sophie, visit here: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/sophieTo find out more about the Grant Professional Mentorship, visit here: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/mentorship

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