Harriet Grayson – 5 Star Seminars
Seminar G: Grants Writing in the Trump Era
Learn how to research grants: private foundations, corporate foundations and government. The elements of a winning grant application will be discussed including creating the compelling message. The election of President Trump has changed government priorities which will impact government funding. The impact will be felt by private and corporate foundations.
Seminar A: Topic: Impact of the 2016 Elections on Private & Family Foundation Grant
Learn how to research foundations. Using the most expansive tool – database from The Foundation Center of NYC participants will master how to effectively use the database to find the most appropriate private & family foundations. Be able to search for the best fit between the foundation’s goals and mission & your organization is the most important first step. Then the seminar will delve into the issues of writing the best grant submission. This is a seminar designed for the staff or volunteers seeking information about researching, writing and submitting grants to foundations whether the group is non-profit, school, sports team, faith-based. It is also a perfect opportunity for anyone seeking a new career to learn about grants writing.
Seminar B - Topic: Impact of the 2016 Elections on Corporate Foundation Grants & Corporate Charitable Giving Programs
The corporate world has a lot to offer to non-profit & school organizations. Most corporate grants are restricted to 501(c)(3) groups and schools. Corporate foundations offer the best initial grant writing for non-profits. Learn how to research corporate foundations. In addition to foundations many corporations also operate Charitable Giving Programs. So the seminar will discuss both potential sources of grant funding. Do you want or need to learn about the world of corporate giving? Do you work as a volunteer or staff of a non-profit, school, college or community group? Or is your group considering becoming a non-profit organization and are seeking ideas about potential funding? It is also a perfect opportunity for anyone seeking a new career to learn about grants writing.
Seminar C - Topic: Impact of the 2016 Elections on Government Grants
Now that the federal government finally has a budget, federal grants will start appearing. Do you want or need to learn about government grants writing? Do you work as a volunteer or staff for a local government agency/community/school organization? This is a seminar designed for the staff or volunteers seeking information about researching, writing and submitting grants. All participants will learn about www.grants.gov process. It is also a perfect opportunity for anyone seeking a new career to learn about grants writing.
Seminar D: Fundamentals of Fundraising - Overview that includes Strategy Plan, Galas, Grants, Fund Drives, Special Appeals
This workshop is designed for those wanting to learn the basic elements of fundraising. The essentials will be discussed. First is developing a Strategy Plan that pinpoints the organization’s strengths & weaknesses in obtaining funds. Then what is the major fundraising special event - is it a gala, golf tournament, dinner. Learn how to develop an event budget and the logistics in holding the event. How successful is the organization in obtaining grants – helpful hints in obtaining grants. Ideal learning seminar for those newly appointed to fundraising task whether staff or volunteers and a good refresher for those seeking new tips on fundraising.
Seminar E: Art of the Ask - Designed for anyone who needs to ask for money from individuals or businesses
This workshop is designed for those needing or wanting to learn how to ask for money/donations whether you sell a product/service or represent a nonprofit, school, university and must meet fund-raising goals. You will learn the process of being comfortable when asking for money whether it’s cash/check or an in-kind donation. It starts with projecting trustworthiness. The psychological elements of how people learn to trust others will be explored. We will discuss how this process can work for you through a series of role playing exercises. We start simple and work our way through more complex and expensive commitments.
Seminar F: Special Events Planning – Designed for Nonprofits, Business, Local Government, School considering a new Career
This intensive workshop will provide the planning framework as well as techniques, tried and true methods on how to effectively and successfully plan special events activities whether it’s a corporate sales conference, a fundraising gala for a non-profit organization or a series of luncheons honoring individuals in the community. And this is a perfect learning opportunity for someone searching for an exciting and interesting new career.
Learn how to research grants: private foundations, corporate foundations and government. The elements of a winning grant application will be discussed including creating the compelling message. The election of President Trump has changed government priorities which will impact government funding. The impact will be felt by private and corporate foundations.
Seminar A: Topic: Impact of the 2016 Elections on Private & Family Foundation Grant
Learn how to research foundations. Using the most expansive tool – database from The Foundation Center of NYC participants will master how to effectively use the database to find the most appropriate private & family foundations. Be able to search for the best fit between the foundation’s goals and mission & your organization is the most important first step. Then the seminar will delve into the issues of writing the best grant submission. This is a seminar designed for the staff or volunteers seeking information about researching, writing and submitting grants to foundations whether the group is non-profit, school, sports team, faith-based. It is also a perfect opportunity for anyone seeking a new career to learn about grants writing.
Seminar B - Topic: Impact of the 2016 Elections on Corporate Foundation Grants & Corporate Charitable Giving Programs
The corporate world has a lot to offer to non-profit & school organizations. Most corporate grants are restricted to 501(c)(3) groups and schools. Corporate foundations offer the best initial grant writing for non-profits. Learn how to research corporate foundations. In addition to foundations many corporations also operate Charitable Giving Programs. So the seminar will discuss both potential sources of grant funding. Do you want or need to learn about the world of corporate giving? Do you work as a volunteer or staff of a non-profit, school, college or community group? Or is your group considering becoming a non-profit organization and are seeking ideas about potential funding? It is also a perfect opportunity for anyone seeking a new career to learn about grants writing.
Seminar C - Topic: Impact of the 2016 Elections on Government Grants
Now that the federal government finally has a budget, federal grants will start appearing. Do you want or need to learn about government grants writing? Do you work as a volunteer or staff for a local government agency/community/school organization? This is a seminar designed for the staff or volunteers seeking information about researching, writing and submitting grants. All participants will learn about www.grants.gov process. It is also a perfect opportunity for anyone seeking a new career to learn about grants writing.
Seminar D: Fundamentals of Fundraising - Overview that includes Strategy Plan, Galas, Grants, Fund Drives, Special Appeals
This workshop is designed for those wanting to learn the basic elements of fundraising. The essentials will be discussed. First is developing a Strategy Plan that pinpoints the organization’s strengths & weaknesses in obtaining funds. Then what is the major fundraising special event - is it a gala, golf tournament, dinner. Learn how to develop an event budget and the logistics in holding the event. How successful is the organization in obtaining grants – helpful hints in obtaining grants. Ideal learning seminar for those newly appointed to fundraising task whether staff or volunteers and a good refresher for those seeking new tips on fundraising.
Seminar E: Art of the Ask - Designed for anyone who needs to ask for money from individuals or businesses
This workshop is designed for those needing or wanting to learn how to ask for money/donations whether you sell a product/service or represent a nonprofit, school, university and must meet fund-raising goals. You will learn the process of being comfortable when asking for money whether it’s cash/check or an in-kind donation. It starts with projecting trustworthiness. The psychological elements of how people learn to trust others will be explored. We will discuss how this process can work for you through a series of role playing exercises. We start simple and work our way through more complex and expensive commitments.
Seminar F: Special Events Planning – Designed for Nonprofits, Business, Local Government, School considering a new Career
This intensive workshop will provide the planning framework as well as techniques, tried and true methods on how to effectively and successfully plan special events activities whether it’s a corporate sales conference, a fundraising gala for a non-profit organization or a series of luncheons honoring individuals in the community. And this is a perfect learning opportunity for someone searching for an exciting and interesting new career.