Service Description

This series is perfect for beginners (grant seekers and novice writers) and those new to the world of nonprofits, including executive directors, board members, program staff, and start- up organizations. Pat will introduce you to the proposal writing process and a planning framework that will help save you time, write better proposals, and get funded.  Series Overview: The complete series is broken down into three 90-minute sessions, each focused on a different part of a successful grant-seeking program, so you will have the knowledge and tools needed to get organized, build confidence and have a solid & effective starting point! Session 1: Grant Writing Basics Session 2: Jump-Start Your Proposal Writing Session 3: Successful Grant Proposals Tips Dates: Wednesdays – March 26, April 9, April 23, 2025 Time: 2:00 PM ET - All webinars are 90 minutes One-time special rate: $99 for ALL three sessions! (No Refunds) Save $51 when you register for all three. Pat Kelsaw, MSW: Pat Kelsaw, MSW is the founder and lead contributor to Lead Like Big Mama, a nonprofit development and grant writing resource. Having raised well over $10 million from federal, state, and private grant makers; along with her work as a former program officer at a charitable foundation, and still today, as a Federal grant reviewer, she knows what it takes to get funded. As a former nonprofit executive director, Pat has a deep understanding of the challenges that nonprofits face. Over the last four decades, she's worked with hundreds of nonprofit organizations and governmental entities to improve their capacity to raise funds and improve the wellbeing of rural and urban communities. Pat is a renowned trainer and educator with a unique style and passion to share her expertise. Her insightful trainings on grant proposal writing and development, building effective boards and organizations have helped thousands of individuals positively impact their organizations and communities.