http://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhispererThe Grant Whisperer radio show features grant writing tips, secrets, and fun. Everything you need to know about grant writing to raise funds for your organization. Scroll to the bottom of this page and click on "Show Extras" for a peek at her book. Short 15 minute episodes give you the tools and guidance you need. Special guest fundraising experts will also share their secrets. Victoria M. Johnson, CFRE has been a successful grantwriter for over ten years. McGraw-Hill published her book, Grant Writing 101, in January 2011. She blogs at http://www.GrantWhisperer.com to further help those in need of grantwriting tips, inspiration, and an occasional kick in the pants. enBlogTalkRadio.com. All Rights Reserved.Fri, 14 Jun 2019 22:45:00 GMTSun, 30 Nov 2014 22:30:00 GMTEducationBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/f5965fef-debe-4a64-ba66-455e2963fc6a_grantwhisperer.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhispererThe Grant Whisperer radio show features grant writing tips, secrets, and fun. Everything you need to know about grant writing to raise funds for your organization. Scroll to the bottom of this page and click on "Show Extras" for a peek at her book. Short 15 minute episodes give you the tools and guidance you need. Special guest fundraising experts will also share their secrets. Victoria M. Johnson, CFRE has been a successful grantwriter for over ten years. McGraw-Hill published her book, Grant Writing 101, in January 2011. She blogs at http://www.GrantWhisperer.com to further help those in need of grantwriting tips, inspiration, and an occasional kick in the pants. feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comeducation,fundraising,grant proposal,nonprofit,sustainability,cause,fundraising tips,get money in 2011,grant writing,grant writing secretsGrantWhisperernoThe Grant Whisperer radio show features grant writing tips, secrets, and fun. Everything you need to know about grant writing to raise funds for your organizatiepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/11/30/how-and-when-to-give-thanksEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/11/30/how-and-when-to-give-thanks/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/11/30/how-and-when-to-give-thanksSun, 30 Nov 2014 22:30:00 GMTHow and When to Give ThanksDoes your organization know how to give thanks and when to do it?  And who should your organization be thanking exactly?  Fundraising expert share secrets to raising funds for your organization. 00:06:00GrantWhisperernoFundraising Tips,Sustainability,Nonprofit,Cause,FundraisingDoes your organization know how to give thanks and when to do it?  And who should your organization be thanking exactly?  Fundraising expert share secrets to rahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/10/29/watch-your-tone-of-voice-1Educationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/10/29/watch-your-tone-of-voice-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/10/29/watch-your-tone-of-voice-1Wed, 29 Oct 2014 18:30:00 GMTWatch Your Tone of VoiceTone of voice is your attitude. You don’t want to come across as over-confident, yet you don’t want to come across as needy, with your hand out. In grantwriting there is a happy medium. That’s what you want to aim for in your grant proposal. 00:04:00GrantWhisperernofundraising,grant proposal,NonProfit,Cause,grantwritingTone of voice is your attitude. You don’t want to come across as over-confident, yet you don’t want to come across as needy, with your hand out. In grantwritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/08/27/five-reasons-you-should-apply-for-a-government-grantEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/08/27/five-reasons-you-should-apply-for-a-government-grant/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/08/27/five-reasons-you-should-apply-for-a-government-grantWed, 27 Aug 2014 17:30:00 GMTFive Reasons You Should Apply for a Government GrantAre government grants really a waste of valuable, precious, time?  The Grant Whisperer will give you five compelling reasons to apply for a government grant.  Listen in for Grant Writing strategies to earn funds for your cause. Fundraising expert will share secrets to raising funds for your organization. 00:07:00GrantWhisperernogrant proposal,nonprofit,cause,government application,government grantAre government grants really a waste of valuable, precious, time?  The Grant Whisperer will give you five compelling reasons to apply for a government grant.  Lhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/07/16/the-importance-of-community-supportEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/07/16/the-importance-of-community-support/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2014/07/16/the-importance-of-community-supportWed, 16 Jul 2014 17:30:00 GMTThe Importance of Community SupportOf all the elements that must find their way into a grant proposal, there’s one that may get overlooked. This is the element of community support.  Include it and you’ll strengthen your proposal; leave it out and you may get a rejection letter.  Let the Grant Whisperer show you how to articulate community support in a grant proposal. 00:05:00GrantWhisperernofundraising tips,grant proposal,nonprofit,cause,community supportOf all the elements that must find their way into a grant proposal, there’s one that may get overlooked. This is the element of community support.  Include it ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2013/10/23/grant-writing-secretsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2013/10/23/grant-writing-secrets/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2013/10/23/grant-writing-secretsWed, 23 Oct 2013 19:00:00 GMTSocial Media Tactics for NonprofitsLearn social media strategies to earn funds for your cause. Share your mission, build a community of supporters and raise funds! With Social Media non-profits like yours can tell their organizational stories in order to inspire donations. Learn the best four platforms to start with.  Discover what other organizations are doing best on social media. 00:22:00GrantWhisperernofundraising tips,social media,sustainability,nonprofit,causeLearn social media strategies to earn funds for your cause. Share your mission, build a community of supporters and raise funds! With Social Media non-profitshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/06/13/how-to-win-capacity-building-grantsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/06/13/how-to-win-capacity-building-grants/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/06/13/how-to-win-capacity-building-grantsWed, 13 Jun 2012 19:30:00 GMTHow To Win Capacity Building Grants Learn how Capacity Building grants can help your organization gain funds, gain supporters, and increase your sustainability.  The Grant Whisperer will tell you all you need to know about capacity building grants and where to find them.  00:12:00GrantWhisperernofundraising,secrets,sustainability,grant writing,capacity buildingLearn how Capacity Building grants can help your organization gain funds, gain supporters, and increase your sustainability.  The Grant Whisperer will tell youhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/05/30/special-guestEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/05/30/special-guest/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/05/30/special-guestWed, 30 May 2012 17:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest Heather Albrecht “Focusing on Donor Behavior" Has your annual appeal/fund program been given the responsibility of growing donor participation?  Having your organization focus on donor behavior by looking at reactivation and retention rates, Heather Albrecht, CFRE, will give tips on growing your annual appeal/fund program in maintaining a strong donor base while moving your most loyal prospects up the giving ladder and growing donor participation to make that “major” gift.   Heather Albrecht is originally from Michigan, where she attended and graduated from Northern Michigan University.  She started her fundraising career as an undergrad, working with Northern’s annual giving programs in the development office. During her time at NMU, Heather held the position of supervisor, telephone campaigns where she oversaw the telemarketing program.  Later, she was promoted to associate director of the Annual Fund and responsible for the direct mail and telemarketing programs, and served as co-founder and advisor to the Northern Michigan University Student Alumni Foundation. Upon leaving NMU, Heather joined the staff and students at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). There she held the positions of manager of operations and later was promoted to director of the UCLA Fund Chancellor’s Associates. Heather currently resides in Chicago and is pleased to be a member of the RuffaloCODY team.  As Vice-President and Consultant for Religious and Educational Fundraising Services, Heather works with all of RuffaloCODY’s faith based programs and organizations in planning and implementing annual appeal efforts, as well as donor stewardship and recognition strategies. Heather holds her CFRE and is an active member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and Annual Giving Professional Network (AGPN).  00:30:00GrantWhisperernoeducation,fundraising,donor behavior,donor,annual appealHas your annual appeal/fund program been given the responsibility of growing donor participation?  Having your organization focus on donor behavior by lookinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/05/23/special-guest-fundraising-and-the-next-generationEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/05/23/special-guest-fundraising-and-the-next-generation/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/05/23/special-guest-fundraising-and-the-next-generationWed, 23 May 2012 17:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest: Fundraising and the Next GenerationSpecial Guest Emily Davis: For the first time in history, there are four generations involved in philanthropy: Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Gen X and Gen Y (Millenials).  Although each generation is philanthropic, they have individual preferences for how they are engaged by nonprofits. This session will demonstrate how important it is to create lifetime givers by reaching out to the younger generations (under age 40) now as well as define the key characteristics of the four currents generations and their habits for charitable giving.  Nonprofit professionals will learn strategic entry points to successfully engage these younger generations in philanthropy, both as donors and in the multigenerational development office. Ultimately, today’s annual donors are tomorrow’s major donors; we need to cultivate them today.  Emily Davis has been working in the nonprofit sector as a staff member, consultant, founder, board member, and volunteer for over 15 years. Emily is the President of EDA Consulting LLC and the author of the publication, Fundraising and the Next Generation. She trains and consults on a wide variety of issues including fundraising and philanthropy, online communications, board development, and nonprofit creation. She serves on numerous advisory roles including Nonprofit World Magazine, Nonprofit Cultivation Center, and Social Venture Partners of Boulder County. Emily has received and been nominated for a number of awards throughout the country. Emily has her Masters in Nonprofit Management from Regis University. 00:19:00GrantWhisperernophilanthropy,charitable giving,nonprofit,donors,fundraisingSpecial Guest Emily Davis: For the first time in history, there are four generations involved in philanthropy: Traditionalists, Baby Boomers, Gen X and Gen Y (Mhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/05/10/special-guest-fundraising-using-event-photographyEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/05/10/special-guest-fundraising-using-event-photography/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/05/10/special-guest-fundraising-using-event-photographyThu, 10 May 2012 20:00:00 GMTSpecial Guest: Fundraising Using Event Photography Special Guest Tim Hoyt has had a lifelong interest in how images can affect individuals and groups of people. He will talk about how photo or video captured becomes a story that individuals can share with their friends on social media outlets. For charities and causes, the story usually revolves around an individual’s statement of support. NOTE to listeners: The episode takes 30 seconds to begin. Since graduating from Brown University, Tim Hoyt has started various businesses. But his main focus for the last 15 years has been on how person-to-person Internet photo sharing can be emotionally powerful. His first patent was granted on July 4, 2000 and titled “Internet Photo Booth”. He is currently co-founder and CTO of Picture Marketing, Inc. A selection of the organizations they have worked with include: Amnesty International, Human Rights Campaign, March of Dimes, Susan G. Komen and events like the Baron’s Ball and Stiletto Strut for the American Cancer Society.  Website:http://picturemarketing.com 00:22:00GrantWhisperernofundraising,event photography,photography,social media,storySpecial Guest Tim Hoyt has had a lifelong interest in how images can affect individuals and groups of people. He will talk about how photo or video captured behttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/04/18/if-wayne-gretzky-were-a-grantwriterEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/04/18/if-wayne-gretzky-were-a-grantwriter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/04/18/if-wayne-gretzky-were-a-grantwriterWed, 18 Apr 2012 17:30:00 GMTIf Wayne Gretzky Were a Grantwriter Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky-also known as The Great One-is the leading point-scorer in National Hockey League history. He is also the only NHL player to total over 200 points in one season-a feat he accomplished four times. But how would he compete if he were a grant writer.  Considering the mindset and strategies of a hockey champion I’ll point out tactics he might use if he were a grantwriter. Tune in to this fun episode. 00:22:00GrantWhisperernoWayne Gretzky,grantwriting,competition,success tips,hockeyHockey legend Wayne Gretzky-also known as The Great One-is the leading point-scorer in National Hockey League history. He is also the only NHL player to totalhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/04/11/how-to-host-a-fundraising-house-partyEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/04/11/how-to-host-a-fundraising-house-party/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/04/11/how-to-host-a-fundraising-house-partyWed, 11 Apr 2012 19:30:00 GMTHow To Host A Fundraising House Party Fundraising house parties are an exciting way to earn funds for your cause. How do you know if house parties are right for your organization? How do you organize one? Let the Grant Whisperer give you tips to have a successful event that puts the fun back in fundraising! 00:16:00GrantWhisperernofundraising tips,house parties,earn funds,fundraising house parties,special eventsFundraising house parties are an exciting way to earn funds for your cause. How do you know if house parties are right for your organization? How do you organihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/03/28/the-frankenstein-grant-proposalEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/03/28/the-frankenstein-grant-proposal/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/03/28/the-frankenstein-grant-proposalWed, 28 Mar 2012 17:30:00 GMTThe Frankenstein Grant Proposal What happens after you have written a great grant proposal and your executive director wants the input of several people in your organization before you submit it?   You get a Frankenstein Grant Proposal!   Let the Grant Whisperer show you how to salvage your proposal and your sanity. 00:10:00GrantWhisperernoFrankenstein,grant proposal,fundraising,sanity,business tipsWhat happens after you have written a great grant proposal and your executive director wants the input of several people in your organization before you submithttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/03/21/five-ways-networking-benefits-your-organizationEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/03/21/five-ways-networking-benefits-your-organization/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2012/03/21/five-ways-networking-benefits-your-organizationWed, 21 Mar 2012 17:30:00 GMTFive Ways Networking Benefits Your Organization You are likely familiar with the term networking and how it is used to further careers.  But The GrantWhisperer will talk about how networking can benefit your organization.  Learn about the obvious and not so obvious ways your professional contacts can help you raise funds for your cause. 00:13:00GrantWhisperernonetworking,raise funds,professional contacts,fundraising,grantsYou are likely familiar with the term networking and how it is used to further careers.  But The GrantWhisperer will talk about how networking can benefit yourhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/09/30/special-guestEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/09/30/special-guest/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/09/30/special-guestFri, 30 Sep 2011 14:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest - Michael Edell - Launching a Capital Campaign Michael Edell will share his expertise about the preparation needed to conduct a capital campaign.  His topic will include: the objectives, benefits and process for conducting a feasibility study and the steps involved with launching a capital campaign. Many organizations raise large sums from capital campaigns while many others fail. Learn how to lead your organization to campaign success. Michael Edell is a senior vice president with Netzel Grigsby Associates, inc., and has more than 30 years of non-profit administration and fundraising experience through his work at the American Heart Association, American Social Health Association, University of San Francisco, San Mateo County Hospitals and Clinics, and the San Mateo County Department of Public Health. Michael has worked with a wide array of nonprofits, including universities, healthcare institutions, arts and cultural organizations, social service organizations, religious institutions, independent schools, and foundations. He has managed feasibility studies, capital campaigns, developed financial development and strategic plans. In addition to his fundraising experience, Michael served as executive director for several nonprofits and was the founding director of the National AIDS Hotline. Michael graduated from the University of San Francisco with a Bachelor’s in Organization Behavior and a Masters in Human Resources and Organization Development. He was a faculty member of the University of San Francisco's Institute for Nonprofit Organization Management where he taught fundraising and served as organizational project advisor for students. Michael serves on the board of directors for the Association of Fundraising Professionals Golden Gate Chapter and is a member of the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy. For more information about Michael and Netzel Grigsby Associates with visit www.netzelgrigsby.com 00:30:00GrantWhisperernocapital campaign,fundraising,insider secrets,feasibility study,success tipsMichael Edell will share his expertise about the preparation needed to conduct a capital campaign.  His topic will include: the objectives, benefits and proceshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/09/02/tackling-a-difficult-proposal-1Educationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/09/02/tackling-a-difficult-proposal-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/09/02/tackling-a-difficult-proposal-1Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:30:00 GMTTackling a Difficult Proposal A great grant opportunity opened up and your organization wants you to apply. You looked at the application and your jaw dropped open. The application looks monstrous, laborous, and complex. The guidelines are unhelpful. Where do you begin? The Grant Whisperer will show you. 00:15:00GrantWhisperernogrant opportunity,grant application,get money in 2011,grant project,grant proposalA great grant opportunity opened up and your organization wants you to apply. You looked at the application and your jaw dropped open. The application looks mohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/08/24/how-to-attract-donorsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/08/24/how-to-attract-donors/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/08/24/how-to-attract-donorsWed, 24 Aug 2011 17:00:00 GMTHow to Attract Donors Learn ways to make your organization shine in the eyes of grant funders. 00:15:00GrantWhisperernogrant writing secrets,attract donors,keep donors,grant funders,grant writing secretsLearn ways to make your organization shine in the eyes of grant funders.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/08/17/grant-writing-strategiesEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/08/17/grant-writing-strategies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/08/17/grant-writing-strategiesWed, 17 Aug 2011 17:30:00 GMTFundraising 101: Other Ways To Earn Funds Grantwriting isn't the only way to earn funds. Three steps to developing new ways to raise funds for your organization. 00:11:00GrantWhisperernoget money in 2011,fundraising,sustainability,secret grant tips,raise funds nowGrantwriting isn't the only way to earn funds. Three steps to developing new ways to raise funds for your organization.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/08/03/knowing-when-to-move-onEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/08/03/knowing-when-to-move-on/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/08/03/knowing-when-to-move-onWed, 03 Aug 2011 17:00:00 GMTKnowing When To Move On How do you know when you should stop pursuing a grant from a particular funder? In this episode I’ll cover fives clues to watch for. Collectively, they’re signals that it may be time to move on. We all know that our time is too valuable to waste. 00:14:00GrantWhisperernomoving on,dropping a grantor,grant award,sustainability,grant writing successHow do you know when you should stop pursuing a grant from a particular funder? In this episode I’ll cover fives clues to watch for. Collectively, they’re signhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/07/27/grant-writing-strategiesEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/07/27/grant-writing-strategies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/07/27/grant-writing-strategiesWed, 27 Jul 2011 17:00:00 GMTSpecial Guest: Sherri Shaner 'Where to Begin Raising Money'Sherri Shaner is a Development Director at Peninsula Bridge. She'll talk about her involvement with Team in Training and the type of fundraising she's doing and where to start raising funds for an organization you believe in. Sherri has been in the non-profit arena specifically in fundraising for the last 13 years.  She intentionally switched to fundraising after a 14 year career in the staffing industry.  She spends her free time volunteering for other non-profit organizations such as the Association of Fundraising Professionals and Leukemia Lymphoma Society where she is currently raising money and training for the Canada Ironman in August.  Sherri believes that you can do anything you put your mind to and gets her inspiration from her late mother who was an amazing athlete and woman’s and senior health advocate. 00:18:00GrantWhisperernoinspiration,How to get started,fundraising,raising money,Leukemia Lymphoma SocietySherri Shaner is a Development Director at Peninsula Bridge. She'll talk about her involvement with Team in Training and the type of fundraising she's doing andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/07/20/special-guest-beth-williamsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/07/20/special-guest-beth-williams/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/07/20/special-guest-beth-williamsWed, 20 Jul 2011 16:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest: Beth Williams 'Creating A Development Plan'By creating an Annual Development Plan for your organization, you'll build the structure for fundraising: Grants, Direct mail, Special Events, Major Gifts, Planned Giving and Donor Recognition. Beth will also show you how to prioritize your efforts based on your donor's interests and developing a budget to support those efforts. Beth Williams, CFRE,has over 17 years of fundraising, special event planning and program development experience in the non-profit industry. Since 2002, she has been the director of development at Hospice of the Valley during which time the organization’s annual budget increased from 2 million dollars to $11.3 million in 2010. Prior to Hospice of the Valley she worked for Families First and the Law Foundation Silicon Valley where she was the director of development. Beth is a member of the Silicon Valley Planned Giving Council and Association of Fundraising Professionals where she is currently serving on the Board of Directors. Beth became a Certified Fundraising Executive in March of 2010. (Same date as the Grant Whisperer)! BONUS : I did find a Sample Annual Fundraising Development Plan for you.  Click here to see the sample on my web site. 00:27:00GrantWhisperernofundraising,development plan,Hospice of the Valley,best practices,annual planBy creating an Annual Development Plan for your organization, you'll build the structure for fundraising: Grants, Direct mail, Special Events, Major Gifts, Planhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/07/13/special-guest--karen-kwan-fundraising-arts-organizationsArthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/07/13/special-guest--karen-kwan-fundraising-arts-organizations/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/07/13/special-guest--karen-kwan-fundraising-arts-organizationsWed, 13 Jul 2011 19:00:00 GMTSpecial Guest - Karen Kwan "Grant Writing For The Arts" Karen Kwan will share her secret tips for arts organizations seeking grants. She will also show how storytelling can make a powerful difference. Karen Kwan specializes in institutional giving and grants management, having served as an independent grant writing consultant and development staff at various non-profit arts organizations in Silicon Valley, including San Jose Repertory Theatre, Bay Area Glass Institute, Palo Alto Art Center, Dimension Performing Arts and California Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, and raised over $5.5 million in the past six years. Karen joined Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA) in May of 2010 as its Institutional Gifts Officer. A dedicated advocate in the arts, Karen has served on the Arts Council Silicon Valley’s Collaborative Arts Marketing Partnership Steering Committee, the Advisory Board at Santa Clara University’s de Saisset Museum as Board Member and later as Board President, and the Advisory Board at Silicon Valley Open Studios. She was a grant review panelist for Arts Council Silicon Valley’s Organizational Enhancement Fund in 2006 and Community Arts Fund in 2010, and a panelist for the “Writing Successful Grant Proposals” workshop at the 2007 San Francisco Fundraising Summit. Karen is a founding steering committee member and serves as Professional Development Chair at genARTS—1stACT Silicon Valley Emerging Arts Leaders Initiative. In March of 2011, she served as an advisor for the Creative Capacity Fund’s NextGen Innovation Grant Program.   00:17:00GrantWhisperernoarts,arts organizations,fundraising,grants for arts,non profit artsKaren Kwan will share her secret tips for arts organizations seeking grants. She will also show how storytelling can make a powerful difference. Karen Kwan sphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/06/15/how-your-final-report-can-get-you-more-fundingEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/06/15/how-your-final-report-can-get-you-more-funding/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/06/15/how-your-final-report-can-get-you-more-fundingWed, 15 Jun 2011 16:30:00 GMTHow Your Final Report Can Get You More Funding Don't just submit a regular old Final Report! Send in one that makes the funder eager to support your future requests. The Grant Whisperer will show you what to include. 00:19:00GrantWhisperernofinal report,funder,more funding,grant project,future fundingDon't just submit a regular old Final Report! Send in one that makes the funder eager to support your future requests. The Grant Whisperer will show you what thttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/06/08/beginners-luckEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/06/08/beginners-luck/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/06/08/beginners-luckWed, 08 Jun 2011 16:30:00 GMTBeginner's Luck Are you a beginner to grant writing? If so, don't be intimidated. Grant writing can be easy if you follow the best practices of experts. The Grant Whisperer will show you how. 00:16:00GrantWhisperernoGrant Whisperer,best practices,expert advice,beginners luck,grant proposalAre you a beginner to grant writing? If so, don't be intimidated. Grant writing can be easy if you follow the best practices of experts. The Grant Whisperer wihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/06/01/five-grant-writing-mistakes-to-avoidEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/06/01/five-grant-writing-mistakes-to-avoid/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/06/01/five-grant-writing-mistakes-to-avoidWed, 01 Jun 2011 17:30:00 GMTFive Rookie Mistakes To Avoid Common errors can prevent your organization from winning a grant. Learn what traps to watch for and avoid. The Grant Whisperer will show you what to do for success. 00:21:00GrantWhisperernoMistakes to avoid,common errors,traps,winning a grant,success tipsCommon errors can prevent your organization from winning a grant. Learn what traps to watch for and avoid. The Grant Whisperer will show you what to do for suchttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/05/18/special-guestBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/05/18/special-guest/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/05/18/special-guestWed, 18 May 2011 16:30:00 GMTFundraising and Ethics As fundraisers and grantwriters there are many ways we affect our organization's image and reputation. Learn how to demonstrate professional and ethical practices. 00:16:00GrantWhisperernoorganizational values,ethical practices,moral values,grant writing,accountabilityAs fundraisers and grantwriters there are many ways we affect our organization's image and reputation. Learn how to demonstrate professional and ethical practihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/05/11/grant-writing-strategiesEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/05/11/grant-writing-strategies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/05/11/grant-writing-strategiesWed, 11 May 2011 16:30:00 GMTDeveloping Your Proposal Idea Identify your organization's priorities. Strategies for focusing on grant proposal ideas that matter. 00:15:00GrantWhisperernodeveloping an idea,getting started,organization leadership,grant research,grant proposalIdentify your organization's priorities. Strategies for focusing on grant proposal ideas that matter.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/05/04/royal-fundraising-advice-from-sarah-duchess-of-yorkEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/05/04/royal-fundraising-advice-from-sarah-duchess-of-york/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/05/04/royal-fundraising-advice-from-sarah-duchess-of-yorkWed, 04 May 2011 16:30:00 GMTRoyal Fundraising Advice from Sarah Duchess of York In honor of the royal wedding of Prince William to Kate Middleton, I'll share with you the fundraising lessons I learned from a former princess. The Grant Whisperer will spread a bit of royal wedding fever. 00:16:00GrantWhisperernoSarah Duchess of York,royal advice,fundraising advice,Prince William and Kate Middleton,royal weddingIn honor of the royal wedding of Prince William to Kate Middleton, I'll share with you the fundraising lessons I learned from a former princess. The Grant Whishttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/27/three-secret-tips-to-winning-a-grant-part-iiiEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/27/three-secret-tips-to-winning-a-grant-part-iii/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/27/three-secret-tips-to-winning-a-grant-part-iiiWed, 27 Apr 2011 16:30:00 GMTThree Secret Tips to Winning a Grant Part III Learn grantwriting secrets from a grantwriting expert. Not just any old secrets, but my Top Three Secrets to Successful Grantwriting. Today, I'll focus on tip #3. 00:13:00GrantWhisperernoAdvanced technique,expert advice,grant writing,successful grants,secret tipLearn grantwriting secrets from a grantwriting expert. Not just any old secrets, but my Top Three Secrets to Successful Grantwriting. Today, I'll focus on tiphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/20/special-guest--richard-ajluniEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/20/special-guest--richard-ajluni/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/20/special-guest--richard-ajluniWed, 20 Apr 2011 16:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest-Richard Ajluni-Build Relationships With Donors Highly successful fundraiser, Richard Ajluni, will share his secrets on How to Build Individual Donor Relationships. Ajluni is currently Director of Major Gifts at Catholic Charities of Santa Clara County.  Mr. Ajluni raised more than $5.0 million for the Alameda County Library Foundation as executive director. Previously, he was Director of External Relations for Joint Venture: Silicon Valley Network, a non profit organization that provides analysis and action on issues affecting our region's economy and quality of life.  Mr. Ajluni is also a former chair of the Arts Commission, City of San Jose. Ajluni has a long history of volunteerism and community leadership. He was a member of the first Artsopolis steering committee, Board Chair of MACLA, a multicultural arts organization, and he is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the Association of Fundraising Professionals -Silicon Valley Chapter. He is a graduate of San Jose State University and Bellarmine College Prep. 00:19:00GrantWhisperernostrategies for success,best practice,donor relations,fundraising,organizational effectivenessHighly successful fundraiser, Richard Ajluni, will share his secrets on How to Build Individual Donor Relationships. Ajluni is currently Director of Major Gifthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/15/grant-writing-strategiesEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/15/grant-writing-strategies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/15/grant-writing-strategiesFri, 15 Apr 2011 16:30:00 GMTThree Secret Tips to Winning a Grant Part II Learn grantwriting secrets from a grantwriting expert. Not just any old secrets, but my Top Three Secrets to Successful Grantwriting. Today, I'll focus on tip #2. 00:16:00GrantWhisperernostrategies for success,win grants,insider secrets,get grants in 2011,Grant WhispererLearn grantwriting secrets from a grantwriting expert. Not just any old secrets, but my Top Three Secrets to Successful Grantwriting. Today, I'll focus on tiphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/06/special-guestEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/06/special-guest/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/04/06/special-guestWed, 06 Apr 2011 17:30:00 GMTThree Secret Tips to Winning a Grant Part I Learn grantwriting secrets from a grantwriting expert. Not just any old secrets, but my Top Three Secrets to Successful Grantwriting. Today, I'll focus on tip #1. 00:17:00GrantWhisperernoexpert,grant secrets,get money in 2011,grant writing,tipsLearn grantwriting secrets from a grantwriting expert. Not just any old secrets, but my Top Three Secrets to Successful Grantwriting. Today, I'll focus on tiphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/30/on-being-a-grantwriterWritinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/30/on-being-a-grantwriter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/30/on-being-a-grantwriterWed, 30 Mar 2011 16:30:00 GMTOn Being A GrantwriterMore grant writing tips. Inspiration to write your first grant proposal. The job of a grant writer. What skills and background are necessary?00:16:00GrantWhisperernogrant writing secrets,grant writer,get money in 2011,raise funds now,grantwriterMore grant writing tips. Inspiration to write your first grant proposal. The job of a grant writer. What skills and background are necessary?http://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/23/on-being-a-grantwriterEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/23/on-being-a-grantwriter/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/23/on-being-a-grantwriterWed, 23 Mar 2011 16:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest - Sandra Gresham "Assure Institutional Perpetuity" Learn about how to ensure your organization's sustainability. Plan for your organization's future needs. Grant writing tips from an expert. Sandra Gresham is Director of Development for Easter Seals Central California. Easter Seals provides services to children and adults with disabilities and the families who love them. Services include the Early Intervention Autism Program, Camp Harmon, Educational Assistance and Respite Services among others. She’s been a fundraiser since she was 13. Her very first job was telephone solicitations for Cystic Fibrosis. She has raised funds on behalf of primary and secondary education, higher education, environmental organizations, health and human services, the arts, and conservation biology. Sandra earned her CFRE designation in 2001 and is an active member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Silicon Valley and Golden Gate (San Francisco) chapters. She has served as a mentor for newcomers to the field of development for the past 8 years. Sandra has been a grantor, a grant seeker, a Board member, a volunteer and a professional fundraiser. She currently serves on the development committee of Pacific Collegiate High School and is the Annual Fund Chair for another School in Santa Cruz. 00:16:00GrantWhisperernoportfolio,planning,sustainability,cultivate funders,grant writerLearn about how to ensure your organization's sustainability. Plan for your organization's future needs. Grant writing tips from an expert. Sandra Gresham is Dhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/16/special-guest-interviewBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/16/special-guest-interview/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/16/special-guest-interviewWed, 16 Mar 2011 16:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest - Barb Larkin, CEO American Red Cross "Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Disaster"Barb Larkin will talk about the disaster in Japan, what the Red Cross is doing to support the relief efforts, disaster fundraising, and how people can help. Barb Larkin is the CEO of the American Red Cross Silicon Valley Chapter. Previously, Barb served as Director of Donor Services, Director of Development, and manager of the Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund at Community Foundation Silicon Valley, where she worked with individual high net worth donors and corporations to realize their philanthropic goals. Barb has been an American Red Cross volunteer for over 16 years and is a trained Disaster Fundraising Officer. She is a member of American Red Cross Disaster Services Human Resources system having worked on several disasters including Hurricane Katrina, the San Bernardino wildfires, and Hurricane George. Barb is a member of San Jose Rotary and she serves on the board of directors for the Hispanic Foundation Silicon Valley. She is also an advisory board member on numerous Silicon Valley organizations including: Kids in Common, Essex & Drake Fundraising Consultants, Loaves & Fishes Family Kitchen, India Community Center and Family Giving Tree. In 2007, Barb received the Outstanding Professional Fundraiser of the Year award presented by the Association of Fundraising Professionals Silicon Valley and the Top 40 under 40 Award in 2009 presented by the Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal. 00:23:00GrantWhisperernoJapan quake,disaster fundraising,Japan tsunami,relief efforts for Japan,how to help JapanBarb Larkin will talk about the disaster in Japan, what the Red Cross is doing to support the relief efforts, disaster fundraising, and how people can help. Bahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/09/three-things-to-know-about-foundation-grantsSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/09/three-things-to-know-about-foundation-grants/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/09/three-things-to-know-about-foundation-grantsWed, 09 Mar 2011 17:30:00 GMTThree Things to Know About Foundation GrantsWhat are the secrets to getting foundation grants? Come find out! Learn how foundation grants are different than other grants. Get the information you need from an expert.00:18:00GrantWhisperernofoundation grants,winning grants,get foundation funds,secret grant tips,foundation grant writingWhat are the secrets to getting foundation grants? Come find out! Learn how foundation grants are different than other grants. Get the information you need fromhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/02/three-things-to-know-about-corporate-grantsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/02/three-things-to-know-about-corporate-grants/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/03/02/three-things-to-know-about-corporate-grantsWed, 02 Mar 2011 17:30:00 GMTThree Things to Know About Corporate GrantsIs there a secret to getting corporate grants? Listen to find out! How are corporate grants different than other grants? You'll learn how corporate grantmaking works, what corporate funders support, and how to find corporate grant opportunities.00:17:00GrantWhisperernocorporate grants,corporate funding,get corporate grants,win corporate grants,grant secretsIs there a secret to getting corporate grants? Listen to find out! How are corporate grants different than other grants? You'll learn how corporate grantmakinghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/23/special-guest-interviewBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/23/special-guest-interview/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/23/special-guest-interviewWed, 23 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest - Veronica Patlan Murphy "Stewardship" Veronica Patlan Murphy has over 11 years of professional experience as a fundraiser. For the past five years she’s been the Stewardship Director at San José State University. She has an undergraduate degree from San José State and a Masters in Spirituality from Santa Clara University. Veronica says, “I love what I do – I always want to make things right. I like taking care of people.” She has a very close family, she loves to read, garden, travel, and Veronica loves the Giants! Our topic today is Stewardship.00:16:00GrantWhisperernofundraising,Stewardship,donor relations,steward donors,expert tipsVeronica Patlan Murphy has over 11 years of professional experience as a fundraiser. For the past five years she’s been the Stewardship Director at San José Stahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/16/guerilla-grantwriting-tactics-part-iiEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/16/guerilla-grantwriting-tactics-part-ii/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/16/guerilla-grantwriting-tactics-part-iiWed, 16 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMTGuerilla Grantwriting Tactics Part IIWipe out weak writing. You can be nurturing and kind in person, but be fierce on the page. Learn to cut to the chase and have your grant reader drawn to your proposal. Examples of vague and specific grant proposal sentences.00:14:00GrantWhisperernoBold,winning grants,grant secrets,fierce writing,guerilla tacticsWipe out weak writing. You can be nurturing and kind in person, but be fierce on the page. Learn to cut to the chase and have your grant reader drawn to your prhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/09/how-to-evaluate-a-grant-opportunityBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/09/how-to-evaluate-a-grant-opportunity/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/09/how-to-evaluate-a-grant-opportunityWed, 09 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMTGuerilla Grantwriting Tactics Part ILearn to write a kick-butt grant proposal. Expert advice to help your organization write competitive grants and earn funds. No more wimpy grant proposals! 00:17:00GrantWhisperernoguerilla tactics,How to,grant writing secrets,stop wimpy writing,be competitiveLearn to write a kick-butt grant proposal. Expert advice to help your organization write competitive grants and earn funds. No more wimpy grant proposals!http://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/02/special-guest--andy-goodmanBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/02/special-guest--andy-goodman/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/02/02/special-guest--andy-goodmanWed, 02 Feb 2011 17:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest - Andy Goodman “Storytelling: The First Big Thing”Telling stories has been an effective way to capture attention, engage an audience, and motivate them to act. Andy Goodman will explain why he believes storytelling remains the single most powerful communication tool you possess, and he will offer specific ways your organization can use stories to advance your mission. You'll hear about Andy's 6 Categories of Stories and how these types of stories can help you write grant proposals and a mission statement. Andy Goodman is a nationally recognized author, speaker and consultant in the field of public interest communications. Along with the book, Storytelling as Best Practice, he is author of Why Bad Ads Happen to Good Causes and Why Bad Presentations Happen to Good Causes. He also publishes a monthly journal, free-range thinking, to share best practices in the field. To learn more about his work, please visit www.agoodmanonline.com and www.thegoodmancenter.com. 00:17:00GrantWhisperernoadvance mission,best practice,storytelling,communication,missionTelling stories has been an effective way to capture attention, engage an audience, and motivate them to act. Andy Goodman will ehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/26/more-grant-writing-secretsEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/26/more-grant-writing-secrets/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/26/more-grant-writing-secretsWed, 26 Jan 2011 17:30:00 GMTHow To Evaluate a Grant OpportunityLook over my shoulder as I sit at my desk. I've heard about a potential government grant and I will show you step-by-step how I evaluate whether or not this opportunity is a fit for my organization. I'll show you how to save valuable time. I'll show you how to find the right grants.00:16:00GrantWhisperernostep by step instruction,find grant opportunity,evaluate potential grants,how to evaluate,save timeLook over my shoulder as I sit at my desk. I've heard about a potential government grant and I will show you step-by-step how I evaluate whether or not this opphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/19/special-guest-interviewSelf Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/19/special-guest-interview/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/19/special-guest-interviewWed, 19 Jan 2011 17:30:00 GMTWhere Can I Find a Government Grant? Government Grant Writing 101. Are government grants right for your organization? Should your organization apply for a federal or state grant? Top reasons you should apply. Where to find government grants. 00:15:00GrantWhisperernostate grants,expert advice,federal grants,how to find government grants,government grantsGovernment Grant Writing 101. Are government grants right for your organization? Should your organization apply for a federal or state grant? Top reasons you shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/12/what-i-learned-from-yoda-about-grantwritingBusinesshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/12/what-i-learned-from-yoda-about-grantwriting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/12/what-i-learned-from-yoda-about-grantwritingWed, 12 Jan 2011 17:30:00 GMTWhat I Learned from Yoda about Grantwriting Raise funds, you must. Write a grant, today. Help is here, I am. The Jedi Master, Yoda, was a shrewd and gifted warrior. He taught the ways of 'The Force' and we'll talk about his ways and what he might say if he were a grant writer. 00:15:00GrantWhisperernoYoda,Jedi,grantwhisperer,grant whisperer,raise funds nowRaise funds, you must. Write a grant, today. Help is here, I am. The Jedi Master, Yoda, was a shrewd and gifted warrior. He taught the ways of 'The Force' andhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/05/grant-writing-101Educationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/05/grant-writing-101/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2011/01/05/grant-writing-101Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:30:00 GMTGrant Writing 101 Back to reality. Grant Writing 101. More grantwriting tips to start off your year. The bare minimum you need to write a grant proposal. 00:14:00GrantWhisperernoGrant Writing 101,How to get started,Back to reality,book debut,Bare MinimumBack to reality. Grant Writing 101. More grantwriting tips to start off your year. The bare minimum you need to write a grant proposal.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/29/grant-writing-resolutions-for-2011Self Helphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/29/grant-writing-resolutions-for-2011/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/29/grant-writing-resolutions-for-2011Wed, 29 Dec 2010 17:30:00 GMTGrant Writing Resolutions for 2013Live from Honolulu, Hawaii. Make your new year's resolutions for bringing in grant funds for your organization. Make 2013 the year you win a grant award for a much needed program or project. Learn how to write grant proposals using the latest techniques. 00:13:00GrantWhisperernogrant writing resolutions,fundraising,get money in 2013,new year,expert tipsLive from Honolulu, Hawaii. Make your new year's resolutions for bringing in grant funds for your organization. Make 2013 the year you win a grant award for a mhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/15/special-guest-interviewEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/15/special-guest-interview/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/15/special-guest-interviewWed, 15 Dec 2010 17:30:00 GMTSpecial Guest Interview-Beverly LenihanLearn from grant writing expert and special guest, Beverly Lenihan, CBC, CFRE. Bev is a senior management consultant to non-profits, planning and managing strategic programs designed to accelerate and sustain their success and service. To date, Bev has assisted her clients in raising close to $55 million dollars. Contact Bev at Reesults Consulting: bev@reesults.com00:14:00GrantWhisperernoconsultant,grantwriting,interview,special guest,nonprofitLearn from grant writing expert and special guest, Beverly Lenihan, CBC, CFRE. Bev is a senior management consultant to non-profits, planning and managing strathttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/08/if-walt-disney-were-a-grant-writerEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/08/if-walt-disney-were-a-grant-writer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/08/if-walt-disney-were-a-grant-writerWed, 08 Dec 2010 17:30:00 GMTIf Walt Disney Were A Grant WriterHaving just returned from a trip to Disneyland with my family, I'm inspired to talk about the man who created the magic that lives on today. How can we use magic to inspire others to give us a grant award?00:10:00GrantWhisperernocreate magic,Disneyland,grant writer,inspire others,grant awardHaving just returned from a trip to Disneyland with my family, I'm inspired to talk about the man who created the magic that lives on today. How can we use magihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/01/the-three-rs-of-grantwritingEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/01/the-three-rs-of-grantwriting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/grantwhisperer/2010/12/01/the-three-rs-of-grantwritingWed, 01 Dec 2010 17:30:00 GMTThe Three “R”s of GrantwritingWant to learn how to write a grant proposal? Visit this debut segment of the GrantWhisperer blogtalk radio show. Hear about three tips to getting started in grant writing.00:09:00GrantWhisperernograntwriting,grant proposal,How to write,grant tips,getting startedWant to learn how to write a grant proposal? Visit this debut segment of the GrantWhisperer blogtalk radio show. Hear about three tips to getting started in gra