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My blog is where I post notes about what I’m up to as well as information and advice about grant writing. My recent posts are listed below, or look through my archives by category.

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Miriam is an exceptional presenter … she has a wonderful style of presentation

I just heard that one of my clients will receive $25,000 from Kaiser Permanente for HIV/AIDS programs. This client provides free HIV/AIDS services in South Sacramento. 2012 continues to present challenges for non-profit organizations. It’s even more important than ever to match WHAT it is funders wish to support with what YOU are doing to [...]

Always follow the funder’s directions!

Advancing Philanthropy, the monthly publication of the Association of Fundraising Professionals details The Five Ps of Marketing the Smaller Nonprofit. They are: 1) PASSION; 2) PLANNING; 3) PEOPLE; 4) PROPULSION; and 5) PERSEVERANCE. These are good for all types of project, including preparing proposals. In my workshops, I regularly quote another list of 5 Ps: [...]

It continues to be a privilege and a pleasure to work with such great agencies

It pleases me to know that the training sessions I present really help people and agencies. It really CAN be easier and less stressful! Linda Bak, Development Manager at RedRover attended my December 5th, 2011 “Nuts and Bolts” workshop and said, “That was a great workshop. Thanks so much.” One of my repeat clients, Relationships [...]

Kind words about my work …

“I can’t thank you enough … we got that funding we desperately needed.” Scott Davis, Executive Pastor, Powerhouse Ministries, Folsom, California, January 24, 2012. “We got our grant! The full $798,500 for one year and possibility of two more years, for a total of $2.4 million. Thank you SO much.” Carolyn Rich Curtis, Ph.D., Executive [...]

Tips for Grant Proposal Budgets

A foundation Program Officer said recently, “Don’t forget that expressed interest does not equal grant making! You still need to do your homework, follow our submission instructions and convince us that you’re worthy of funding.” Most agencies don’t quantify the value their volunteers at a high enough level. Don’t forget the time all your Board [...]

Upcoming Training Workshops

On Friday, January 14th, 2011 from 9:00 until 11:00 a.m., I’m presenting a two-hour workshop “Taking the Pain and Fear out of Grant Writing” for the City of Citrus Heights Community Collaborative. This is the second workshop I’ve presented for the City. In January and February, 2011 I’m presenting a series of three Webinars for [...]

I’ll be presenting four Webinars for statewide participants …

Over the next couple of months, I’ll be presenting four Webinars for statewide health clinic members of the California Primary Care Association.

Why do we write grant proposals?

Just a reminder of why we do all this work that can drive us crazy … it helps us serve those who need our help so desperately.

Director of Nonprofit Resource Center says …

“You are the consummate professional and I am glad to have the opportunity to work with you.” Ann Lucas, Executive Director, Nonprofit Resource Center, Sacramento, California.

My client, St. John’s Shelter, receives $200,000 from Bank of America

One of my clients, St. John’s Shelter Program for Women and Children, was just notified by Bank of America that they were one of only two agencies in this region to receive an award for $200,000 as a Neighborhood Builder. I worked with Executive Director, Michele Steeb, in writing this proposal for St. John’s. Another [...]