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McGrants – Drive-Through Moments

McGrants – Drive-Through Moments

Hosted by: Keri McDonald and Valerie A. Grant

Fast Grant Insights Served Fresh. Short conversations about grant strategy with two Certified Grant Professionals (GPC) experts.

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Episodes

S1 E9. Value Meal Metrics: Choosing Outcomes That Matter

Funders want results—but not every metric tells the right story. This discussion focuses on selecting outcomes that demonstrate meaningful impact and strengthen proposal credibility.
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S1 E8. Don’t Burn the Fries: Avoidable Grant Mistakes

From unclear outcomes to rushed submissions, some mistakes quietly undermine otherwise strong proposals. This episode highlights common pitfalls and how to prevent them.
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S1 E7. Fresh, Not Frozen: Rethinking Boilerplate Language

Reusing content can save time—but only if it still fits the funder. This quick conversation explores how to adapt boilerplate strategically so proposals stay relevant, responsive, and compelling.
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S1 E6 Budget Burger: When Numbers and Narrative Don’t Match

Even strong proposals can fall apart when the budget tells a different story. Two GPC experts discuss how to ensure budgets reinforce program strategy and strengthen funder confidence.
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Before You Hit Submit: Is This Fast Food or Fine Dining?

Every once in a while the best strategy is submitting now; other times it’s building the relationship first. Two GPCs share how to recognize the difference and position organizations for stronger proposals later.
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More Cars in the Line: Why Foundation Applications are Getting Harder

Struggling to get your grant applications noticed in a fiercely competitive landscape? You're not alone—and here's the truth: with foundation applications getting tougher by the day, knowing when to apply or build...
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Combo Meal Strategy: Building a Balanced Grant Pipeline

Successful nonprofit grant strategies rarely rely on a single opportunity. Learn how to balance quick-turn grants, relationship-driven funders, and longer-term prospects to create a sustainable funding mix. #grants
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Order Accuracy: Are You Chasing the Right Grants?

Not every opportunity belongs in your pipeline. Two GPC experts share quick strategies for determining true funder alignment so organizations spend their time pursuing grants that actually fit their mission, timing,...
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Drive-Thru Readiness: Is Your Organization Grant-Ready?

Before you submit the application, make sure the foundation is in place. This short conversation explores the key signs of grant readiness—from leadership alignment to data and program clarity.
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