This popular course is an excellent way for program staff, administrators, and boards of directors to gain a general understanding of what grants are all about and the elements required for success. Equal attention is given to the needs and interests of both your organization and grantmakers. Participants receive Word and Excel templates to help them develop grant proposals, and a certificate of completion is provided.

Topics include:

• Understanding what's most important to grantmakers
• Researching grants, and approaching grantmakers prior to applying
• Planning programs and projects before writing grants
• Preparing information commonly asked for in grant applications
• Building a grantseekers tool kit to help you save time

Instructor: Nonprofit Works President, Paul Mastrodonato, has helped nonprofits obtain funding from foundations, corporations, and government agencies for over 13 years. Paul’s presentation style is known for being informative, interactive, relaxed, and fun.

Cost: $110 per person, includes lunch, materials, parking (inquire about group discounts)

Space is limited and pre-registration is required. For more information about this or other Nonprofit Works courses, call us at (518) 581-8841, e-mail us at mail@nonprofitworks.com, or visit our website at www.nonprofitworks.com.