Unlock New Skills in Just Two Days!
Thursday, August 7th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday, August 8th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (In-Person)
Participants will learn how to identify funding opportunities, craft persuasive narratives, and align proposals with funder priorities. Through hands-on exercises and expert guidance, participants will gain practical tools to improve their grant writing success and secure vital resources for their organizations
Don't Miss Out!
Registration closes on July 28, 2025
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ENROLL TODAY
$250.00
Regular price
Meet Your Expert Speakers
Managing Consultant M. Leslie Palmer
With decades of for-profit and nonprofit experience, Leslie launched her own practice to share expertise, collaborate with peers, and strengthen San Antonio’s nonprofit community. Her background spans fundraising, board development, capacity building, change management, communications, collaboration, marketing, and strategic planning. She has served on numerous boards. Originally from Newport, RI, Leslie is a Villanova University graduate with three adult children, a daughter-in-law, two grandsons, and a rescued dog.
Senior Consultant Denise E. Bennett
Denise brings over 35 years of experience across medical, banking, and social services. Her financial expertise and passion for writing shaped a successful career in grant writing and nonprofit fundraising. She has led fund development, grant management, and operations for diverse organizations, recognized as a strategic thinker and collaborator. A graduate of Belmont University with an MBA from Keller School of Management, Denise combines innovation with dedication to strengthening nonprofits.
Why Join Our TWO Day Certificate?
Certificate Objectives
1. Understand the Grant Funding Landscape
2. Enhance Grant Research Skills
3. Develop Effective Proposal Writing Techniques
4. Align Proposals with Funder Priorities
5. Master the Art of Budgeting for Grants
6. Strengthen Collaboration for Grant Success.
7. Learn Submission Best Practices
8. Build Confidence in Grant Reporting and Stewardship
Key Information
Who Should Take This Program and What to Expect:
- This workshop equips nonprofit professionals with the skills to research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals to government agencies and private foundations.
- Day 1 will have a total of six hours of classroom time.
- Day 2 will have a total of six hours of classroom time.
- Refreshments and a box lunch will be provided on both days.
- Participants will receive an e-certificate 7-10 business days after completing the program.
Membership Discount
Members are eligible to use their discount benefit for the course Please reach out to [email protected] to obtain your discount code before enrolling!
Refund/Credit Policy
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The San Antonio Area Foundation has a No Refund policy.
If a workshop and/or class has been unexpectedly cancelled and/or postponed by the Area Foundation, a refund or credit towards another workshop and/or class will be issued. If a registrant is unable to attend a workshop and/or class, a substitute may be sent or a credit may be issued. No credits will be given for cancellations received less than 48 hours before a workshop.
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