SCORE How to Identify Mission-Aligned Funding Opportunities for Your Nonprofit

Join us for a very practical workshop where the goal is to empower nonprofit leaders with the skills to locate and secure grant funding that resonates with their organization's core mission. During this workshop, you’ll receive the guidance and insight needed to identify funding sources that can help you make a lasting impact in your community. What You’ll Learn: Alignment Strategies: Master the art of aligning your nonprofit's mission with the right funding sources. Research Techniques: Learn effective methods for researching potential grants, including databases and lesser-known resources. Evaluation Criteria: Understand the critical evaluation metrics that funders use and how to reflect these in your search. Communication Tips: Acquire tips on effectively communicating your mission to potential funders. Application Insights: Gain a clear understanding of how to highlight your organization's strengths in grant applications. Step into this workshop ready to sharpen your funding strategy and leave with the confidence to pinpoint grants that will propel your mission forward. Our Presenter, Cheryl Smith Cheryl Smith is an American grant-writer, nonprofit trainer, and consultant. She has been in the nonprofit industry for over 25 years, and as the CEO of Dewlyn Nonprofit Services, Cheryl helps over 3,000 nonprofit organizations build sustainability through training, coaching, and grant-writing. Cheryl is also the author of the book, “21 Ways to Fund a Nonprofit.” She is a member of the American Grant Writers' Association; a nonprofit trainer for SCORE chapters across the U.S., as well as a guest speaker for many public, private, and Faith-Based Organizations. Broadly, Cheryl’s specialty is building capacity in people and organizations, and helping them to reach their highest and best potential.