Grant Writing

Grant Writing

USGG offers an Online Grant Writing Course for people interested in Grant Writing as a Career or those who just want to brush up on their grant writing skills. USGG’s Grant Writing as a Career Course has recently been redesigned in May 2011 based on client recommendations and provides a faster way to complete the course at a greatly reduced fee. The cost of the course is $499 and a Certificate of Completion will be provided at the end of the course providing the participant attends 100% of the training sessions. Feedback will be provided on class assignments to increase chances of business success. Classes begin with Basic, Intermediate and Advanced webinars scheduled each month and additional coursework is scheduled individually with client to accommodate trainer and client schedules.

Module One – Basic Grant Writing Webinar

1. Basic Grant Writing
2. Prospect Research
3. Needs Statements
4. Goals & Objectives
5. How to Create the Wow Factor
6. Assignment: Letter of Inquiry to Foundation or Corporate Funder

Module Two – Intermediate Grant Writing Webinar

1. Intermediate Grant Writing
2. Verification of Need
3. How to Appeal to Four Types of Reviewers
4. Evaluation Methodologies
5. Program Budgets/Project Budgets
6. Review of Previous Assignment and Coaching for Improvement
7. Assignment: Foundation Grant Proposal

Module Three – Advanced Grant Writing Webinar

1. Advanced Grant Writing
2. Grants.gov Registration
3. Logic Models/Work Plans
4. Collaboration and Partnerships
5. Federal Grant Scoring
6. Review of Previous Assignment and Coaching for Improvement
7. Assignment: Federal Grant Proposal or Large Foundation Grant Proposal

Module Four – Grant Writing Business Development Webinar

1. Products, Services and Fees
2. Contracts and Contracting
3. Business Planning
4. Client Recruitment
5. Review of Previous Assignment and Coaching for Improvement
6. Assignment: Develop Business Plan

Module Five – Advanced Prospecting

1. Fee Based Subscriptions
2. Free Resources
3. State and Federal Agency Resources
4. Grant Tracker Tool
5. Prospecting Products and Services
6. Assignment: Develop Prospect List for One Client

Module Six – How to Set Up A Non Profit, 501c3 Charitable Organization

1. Naming the Organization
2. Mission and Purpose Statements
3. Activities of Organization
4. Articles of Incorporation – Required Words for 501c3 Determination
5. Obtaining Employer Identification Number
6. Obtaining Dun & Bradstreet Number
7. Bylaws (Word Document Template)
8. Conflict of Interest Policy (Word Document Template)
9. How to Get Application Expedited with IRS (Word Document Template)
10. Form 1023 Application (Typical Nonprofit Sampled Application)
11. Annual Reports

Technical Requirements

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Broadband Internet Access and Telephone Access
• Microsoft Live Download for Web Conferencing

Course Contents

• Training Modules via Webinars*
• Private Consultations*
• Training Materials and Sample Proposals via EBook
• Email access to training consultant
• Weekly Funding Notifications
• Prospect Research
• Monthly Newsletter
• Professional Networking Opportunities
• Membership Discounts on New Products and Services

* Dates and times of training will be determined following registration to align with trainer and client schedules. Review and edit of grant proposals will be done via email. Telephone consultations are available as requested.

Grant Writing Career Opportunities

Many successful grant writers establish profitable, home-based businesses. Grant writing is now considered to be among the most attractive careers for those seeking not only increased personal income, but also flexible, autonomous, and meaningful work. Driven by the growing need for increased funding, nonprofit agencies are always on the lookout for trained professionals in the grant writing field. Make your career move now by learning to become a professional grant writer from one of the nation’s most respected grant writing trainers.

Required Skills

Learning to write and develop grant proposals is the first priority for people interested in grant writing careers. To become a professional grant writer you need to develop skills in writing, storytelling, consulting, research, logic model development, program planning, evaluation, and budgeting. Professional grant writers in grant writing careers match project needs with available funding from private and corporate foundations, as well as local, state and federal government agencies. If you possess the following skills you can learn to become a professional grant writer:

• Good Communication Skills
• Above Average Vocabulary
• Excellent Spelling
• Creative Ability to Tell a Story in a Logical Manner
• Sound Mathematical Skills
• Excellent Computer Skills
• Strong Research Skills
• Exceptional Organizational Skills
• Self-discipline
• Ability to Accept Constructive Criticism
• Persistent and Determination Despite Numerous Rejections

Small Investment for Big Financial Return

Professional grant writers normally earn between $50 and $125 per hour depending upon their skill level and proven track record of writing winning grant proposals. Beginning grant writers normally charge $25 per hour or volunteer their services to gain experience in writing grant proposals. When you consider that in just a few short weeks you can be well on the way to establishing a successful career in grant writing, the course fee is both an excellent value and investment in your future.

Benefits of USGG Online Grant Writing as a Career Course

Online learning offers a convenient opportunity for working adults to make a career change while keeping regular hours at their current job. US Government Grants’ virtual classroom is available 24/7. Special features include 24-hour e-mail to the instructor, telephone consultation, PowerPoint presentation downloads, video downloads, training manuals, free review and edit, and six months free follow-up on any topic covered in the course. USGG will make client referrals to all successful graduates and list graduate names on its website after they have been awarded at least one grant for their organization.

What Organizations Hire People in Grant Writing Careers?

• Colleges and Universities
• Public and Private Elementary/Secondary Schools
• Hospitals
• Health Care Agencies
• Government Agencies
• Private and Corporate Foundations
• Performing Arts Organization
• Churches
• Environmental Groups
• Community Developers
• Youth Organizations
• Faith-Based Organization
• Community Based Organizations
• Animal Organizations
• Law Enforcement Agencies
• Fire Departments
• Tribal Governments

Time Commitment

The length of the course is eight weeks. Each webinar is one hour. Each assignment will take approximately 5 hours to 40 hours. If participants decide to write a federal grant proposals, the assignment could take up to 120 hours.

Third Party Payors

US Government Grants will gladly work with third party payors such as the Vocational Rehabilitation Offices, Veterans Administration, and other government agencies to ensure equal access to quality educational opportunities for all people regardless of their age, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

Certified HUB Contractor

USGG is a certified Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) Contractor with Beverly Santicola owning 75% of the business. In addition, Beverly Santicola is part owner of Fourth Sister Grant Consulting – a Native American Owned Grant Writing business for which this training can be offered if Indian Preference is required.

This information was derived from:

U.S. Government Grants
2929 Buffalo Speedway, Suite 213
Houston, Texas 77098
713-840-1380 or 1-866-843-3493
Fax: 713-960-0537