Inside Grant Writing Episode 5 - January 2026
Inside Grant Writing Episode 5 - January 2026
Thursday, January 8th | 10:00–11:00 a.m. Central | Live on Zoom
Description:
Ever wondered what it’s really like to run a grant writing business or to hire one effectively? Inside Grant Writing Businesses is a candid, behind-the-scenes webinar presented by 501 Commons and Spark the Fire Grant Writing Classes LLC, designed for grant professionals and nonprofit leaders alike.
Join Allison Jones, M.Ed., GPC, and a panel of experienced grant writing business owners for an honest conversation about how grant writing firms are built, how they operate, and how they work with nonprofit clients. This session goes beyond theory to explore the real decisions behind pricing, client selection, capacity, workflow, and long-term sustainability.
Whether you are a freelance grant writer considering growth, a consultant running a firm, or a nonprofit leader exploring whether to hire a grant writing firm, you will walk away with practical insights and clarity.
Featured Panelists:
Stephanie Schweitzer Dixon, M.S., SSD Consulting
Amy Lottes, GPC, Amalfi Consulting
Jennifer Smith, Grant Knowledge Consulting LLC
You’ll Learn
How grant writing businesses are structured and scaled
How firms price services and manage scope and capacity
What nonprofits should expect when working with a grant writing firm
How client relationships are built and sustained over time
How grant professionals balance impact, workload, and sustainability
Who It’s For
Freelance and consulting grant writers
Grant professionals considering building or joining a firm
Nonprofit leaders interested in hiring a grant writing firm
Anyone curious about the business side of grant writing
Registration Includes
✅ Access to the live one-hour webinar
✅ Replay with timestamped chapters and full transcript
✅ Curated resources shared by the panelists
Price:
$25 per episode
$247 for the full series (includes 2025 recordings and all 2026 sessions)
Event Format:
Panel Introductions – 30 minutes
Firm representatives share about their organization and provide insights into:
Qualities you look for in candidates
Application and interview process
Day-to-day responsibilities and workflows
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Moderated Q&A – 20 minutes
Participants’ questions, including:
Common mistakes that prevent qualified candidates from being hired
Tips for positioning oneself as an ideal candidate
Client relationship dynamics
Wrap-Up – 10 minutes
The meeting tone will be conversational and engaging.

