Nonprofit Grants, Sponsorships, and Resources
This workshop provides a high-level overview of the online spaces available for major sources of funding and nonprofit resources. Divided into three sections, the discussion addresses the following objectives: (1) the best grant databases and websites, (2) where to locate corporate sponsors, and (3) nonprofit resources that will help you further your mission.
After participating in this LIVE workshop, you should be able to:
- Identify key websites and databases to guide the procurement of grant funds for Religious, Arts, Human Services, Social Justice, Animal Rescue, and Educational charities.
- Determine program eligibility for grants based on funder guidelines.
- Quickly locate potential corporate sponsors.
- Identify the different types of grant procurement documents, and when to use each type.
- Navigate the broad field of nonprofit resources.
About Our Instructor
Cheryl Smith, MPA is the CEO of Dewlyn Nonprofit Services, a Metro Atlanta based nonprofit consulting firm which helps US nonprofit organizations build sustainability through training, coaching, and grant-writing. Cheryl's specialty is building capacity in people and organizations, helping each to reach their highest and best potential.
Cheryl trains hundreds of nonprofit organizations each year. She has successfully secured millions of dollars in government and private foundation grants for organizations.
Cheryl is the author of the book, "21 Ways to Fund a Nonprofit," as well as a member of the American Grant Writers' Association, a nonprofit trainer for SCORE serving the North Metro Atlanta Counties, a guest speaker/trainer for Point University, the Cobb Collaborative, and World Changers Church. She supports nonprofits reaching out to Georgia's Small Business Development Centers.
Originally from Michigan, Cheryl earned a Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and completed her Master's Degree in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Administration from Kennesaw State University in Georgia.