Session Facilitator: Lauren Steiner, Founder and CEO of Grants Plus
In today’s shifting funding environment, many nonprofit leaders feel off track—or like they’re missing out entirely. With federal dollars in flux, donor behavior changing, and funder priorities evolving, it’s no longer enough to rely on a grant strategy built for “normal times.”
This virtual session will help nonprofit leaders reassess where they are, reset their direction, and take action with greater clarity and confidence. Whether they’re newer to grants or managing a mature program, participants will walk away with real tools to improve focus, flexibility, and funder alignment.
Participants Will Learn How To:
- Evaluate the strengths and risks in their current grant approach
- Adapt their grant calendar and messaging for today’s funder priorities
- Explore how some nonprofits are navigating changing funder perspectives on DEI
- Diversify funding and build internal systems for long-term resilience
- Communicate more proactively with funders in a crowded and competitive landscape
Session Tools & Takeaways:
- A Grant Strategy Self-Assessment
- Sample messaging for today’s funder priorities
- Tips and templates for funder outreach
This session will consists of 60 minutes of content followed by 30 minutes of "Ask Me Anything" with the presenter.