Partner for Better

Join grant professional Sarah Smith for a practical, down-to-earth introduction to grant writing designed specifically for rural nonprofit leaders and staff.

This session will demystify the grant process—from finding the right funders to crafting a compelling proposal—and help you avoid common pitfalls that waste time and resources. You’ll learn how to tell your organization’s story with clarity and confidence, align your request with a funder’s priorities, and strengthen your case for support even with limited data or staff capacity.

Whether you’re brand new to grants or looking to sharpen your skills, this one-hour session will give you actionable tools, examples, and templates to start writing winning proposals that bring more resources to your community.