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GrantTalkAuthor: GrantWatch
GrantTalk: Listen to Grant Success Stories and Grant Funders GrantTalk explores the positive impact grants have on people, communities, and programs. We talk to nonprofit leaders, business executives, and development directors who have navigated the grant application process, sharing their challenges and triumphs. Our podcast also features conversations with a variety of funding sources (grantmakers), offering insights into what they look for in successful grant applications. Join us on GrantTalk to hear inspiring stories and gain valuable tips for making a difference through grants. Language: en Genres: Business, Careers, Non-Profit Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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GrantTalk Episode 54: What Funders Really Want | Margaret Leverett (CHC)
Episode 57
Sunday, 3 May, 2026
In this episode of GrantTalk, Libby Hikind, founder and CEO of GrantWatch, sits down with Margaret Leverett, President of the Board of Directors of the CHC Foundation, to reveal what funders really look for when reviewing grant applications. If you have ever wondered why some grants get funded while others are rejected, this conversation gives you a rare behind-the-scenes look directly from a foundation decision-maker. You will learn: - What foundations evaluate when reviewing grant proposals - Why establishing need is the most important part of your application - How budgets, bids, and financials impact funding decisions - What happens after you submit your grant (including site visits) - Common mistakes that can disqualify your application - Why you should never spend money before receiving a grant award - How partnerships and “skin in the game” improve your chances Even if you are not applying to this specific foundation, these insights apply to grant applications across nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and organizations of all sizes. Grant writing is not just about filling out forms. It is about telling a clear, compelling story that funders believe in and trust. 🔎 Looking for grants? Explore thousands of verified funding opportunities on GrantWatch: 👉 https://grantwatch.com/ 🧠 Try GrantWatch’s AI-powered tools to streamline your process, stay organized, and improve your proposals. 📚 Get the book The Queen of Grants: 👉 https://grantwatch.com/book
