Nonprofit Coach: Cheryl Kester & Karen Cassidy: Writing to Win Federal Grants

He lectures around the world but now is here for you. From the latest in charity news, technology, fundraising and social networking, Ted Hart and his guests help you maneuver to greater levels of efficiency and fundraising success.  PAGE 2 GUEST EXPERT: Cheryl Kester (CFRE) is Principal of The Kester Group, a grants consulting firm specializing in assisting education, non-profit, public-safety, health care and county/municipal clients across the nation in winning state and federal grants. She has helped secure more than $123 million in funding from grants and contracts. The firm also serves as an external evaluator. She is co-author of Writing to Win Federal Grants and the accompanying Writing to Win Federal Grants Workbook published by CharityChannel Press with Karen Cassidy, GPC, is Principal of Governmental Grant Professionals, LLC, a firm focused on the successful development, management and evaluation of programs in the education, health and human service, and public sectors. With more than 24 years of experience, Karen has raised in excess of $250 million for projects benefitting communities around the globe. She is a member of the Grant Professionals Association and presently sits on their Board of Directors.