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Grant Writing Essentials for Nonprofits (Virtual)

September 23, 2025

Description

In this interactive workshop, nonprofit professionals will learn the key elements of writing successful grant proposals. Participants will master crafting compelling problem statements, developing structured proposals, setting measurable objectives, and building realistic budgets. They’ll also explore aligning proposals with their organization’s mission and funder priorities and applying ethical standards in using AI tools for proposal development. Leave with the skills to create clear, persuasive, and funder-friendly proposals.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand key grant writing components, including terminology, structure, and proposal essentials.
  • Develop a persuasive problem statement and clear, measurable objectives aligned with funder criteria.
  • Create a structured proposal and realistic budget that meet funder expectations and support project goals.
  • Demonstrate the impact and sustainability of their project, aligning it with funder priorities and organizational goals.
  • Apply ethical standards in using AI tools for proposal development, ensuring clarity, coherence, and competitiveness.

Cost: $204 Members, $408 Non-Members

*If you are part of either the in-person or virtual 2025 Certificate in Nonprofit Leadership cohort, this workshop may be used to fulfill your Revenue Generation elective requirement.

Instructor: Lauren Josephs

Dr. Lauren Josephs is an award-winning CEO, renowned Social and Behavioral Scientist, and Health Disparities Researcher. She leads Visionary Vanguard Group, Inc., a consulting firm dedicated to addressing health disparities through research, evaluation, and training. A licensed Mental Health Counselor and published author, Dr. Josephs has presented her work at both national and international conferences.

She holds a Bachelor's in English, a Master's and Specialist in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Florida, as well as a PhD in Public Affairs from the University of Central Florida and a Business Analytics certificate from the Wharton School.

Under Dr. Josephs' leadership, Visionary Vanguard Group has secured over eight figures in government grants and contracts. She has also guided numerous women—both within and beyond the Grants and Contracts Incubator—to win millions in funding for their businesses. Her accolades include the 2016 Orange County Public Health Equity Heroes Award, the 2017 Outstanding Alumni Award from UCF's Doctoral Program in Public Affairs, and recognition as a 2024 Women of the Year Honoree by Orlando Magazine.


Full participation is applicable for 6 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.

Time

9:15 am - 12:15 pm the following dates: September 23 & 30, 2025

Pricing

Registration Closes 9/16/2025  11:59 PM

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