Inside Grant Writing Episode 5 - January 2026

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Inside Grant Writing Episode 5 - January 2026

from $25.00

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)

Type:
Add To Cart

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.