Editorial Reviews
Jason R. Hill
Founder of ‘OWWLL’ and Host of ‘The Shrimp Tank’
Libby Hikind has done it again. The Queen of Grants 2 is packed with real-world strategies and insights straight from funders and grant recipients, making it one of the most practical grant resources available today. If you want to win more grants and build long-term funding relationships, this book is a must-read.
Melanie Reeves
Executive Director at RiverLife
This book is for anyone interested in grant writing, including executive directors, board members, staff, and volunteers. The information Libby provides is essential for understanding what grantors are looking for and for building relationships to secure continued funding. It is a comprehensive toolkit that will help nonprofits effectively utilize grants to fund their missions.
Bobbi Donovan
President and CEO, Sunshine Family Outreach Center
The Queen of Grants 2 is a must-read for nonprofits looking for practical advice on how to get started in grant writing. Libby’s ability to share the intricacies of effective grant writing has enabled our organization to secure many grants. GrantWatch continues to be our go-to resource when seeking grant opportunities.
Alexis Hyde,
Executive Director of the Quinn Emanuel Arts Foundation
What sets Libby Hikind apart is the combination of deep expertise and insatiable curiosity, ensuring that The Queen of Grants 2 reflects the most up-to-date and relevant landscape in the field. She is, without question, a wonderful authority on the subject. The Queen of Grants 2 feels like a conversation with the mentor you wished you had.
Sarah Lyding
Executive Director, The Music Man Foundation
By sharing insights from the people who are making funding decisions, Libby’s new book gives grant writers an all-access pass to new considerations and processes in the field.
Nan Devlin
Consultant and Grant Manager, Rural Tourism Partners, (former Executive Director of Tillamook Coast Visitors Association)
Grant writing can be overwhelming if you haven’t written one before. As more grants become available for small businesses, more training is needed to help secure funds. This book will help both novice and more experienced grant writers to: research. prepare and submit grants.
Laurel Meleski
Director of Operations at RedRover
I really appreciated my conversation with Libby! It gave me the opportunity to connect with her audience, share some insight into why we ask the questions we do, and explain how to prepare before submitting a grant application. It’s wonderful that this information is being included in her upcoming book, and I’m glad to be a part of it.
Brenda Swann
Director of Grants and Operations at St. Johns Cultural Council
The Queen of Grants 2 brings together expertise from many sectors to show steps for grant success and pitfalls to avoid, whether you seek funding for arts, healthcare, or social services. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is new to grant writing or who wants to refresh best practices.
Lisa-Marie Haygood
Executive Director of the Cherokee County Educational Foundation
I love the spirit of collaboration that Libby brings to nonprofits. She encourages a deeper dive into sharing resources and provides tips and insights to help us improve our chances of securing funding. Wishing you the best in your book launch!
Raquel “Kell” Chole
Founder and Executive Director of the Institute of Traditional Irish Music and Murphy Roche School of Irish Music
Being featured in The Queen of Grants 2 is an honor. Our music program grew through thoughtful, multi-year funding and strong community partnerships, and this book reflects that same strategic approach. It’s a practical and inspiring guide for organizations seeking to use grants as a catalyst for meaningful, sustainable impact. I plan to make it a primary reference as I continue to pursue grant funding in the future.
Karen Harvey
Grant Writer at Westminster at Wade (DBA Wade Center)
Libby Hikind’s GrantWatch has been my top tool for searching grants. The insights she and grants professionals share are practical, to the point, and extremely helpful.
Sharon McGraw, Ed.D.
Grant Program Officer at Community Fund Ohio
We are grateful for the opportunity to share our story with Libby Hikind and appreciate her fine work in spreading information about our grant program. We received numerous requests from both individuals and nonprofit organizations following our appearance on the podcast. Ms. Hikind is very knowledgeable about both grant writing and accessing grants. I am confident this book will be helpful to those seeking guidance on securing a grant.
George Vaughn
Founder and President of StreeHeat Ministries, a Nonprofit Charitable Corporation in North Las Vegas
It is such a great honor to have this opportunity to be a part of this wonderful book. We have been members of the GrantWatch program since 2023; words cannot express our appreciation for a program we can rely on, where we can research grants at our leisure. We all know that grants can be very difficult and demanding. Because of this great program, we are able to seek out the information needed to complete our grant application in a timely manner. If you are not a member of this wonderful program, I highly recommend joining. You will find that this program is very beneficial to you and your organization. Thank you so much for giving me this opportunity.
Ryanne Jennings
President and CEO of the Wayne County Community Foundation
Grant Watch is a valuable tool to be able to share best practices from people working day-in and day-out to improve their communities at the local level. Grant writing can be daunting, but it’s a skill anyone willing to try can learn! Learning from others who have done it successfully will help you become skilled at it quicker, and this is a really important resource to make that skill sharing possible.
Sandy Collier
President of Hey, Sandy! PR & Communications
I sincerely recommend The Queen of Grants 2 by Libby Hikind to every nonprofit client I work with. So many organizations are doing vital, life-changing work in our communities, yet they constantly struggle to find the grant funding necessary to sustain and expand their missions. Libby’s book provides a clear blueprint for identifying, pursuing, and securing grant opportunities with confidence and strategy.
When I began working with Libby to promote GrantWatch.com, I was immediately impressed by her determination and vision. From writing The Queen of Grants 1 and now The Queen of Grants 2, to launching a podcast and building the largest grant database in the world through GrantWatch.com, Libby has consistently followed through on her dream with focus and excellence.
Her expertise is not theoretical. It is built on real experience, data, and results. She has created tools that empower nonprofits, municipalities, businesses, and individuals to access funding opportunities that might otherwise remain hidden.
I am incredibly proud to be quoted in this book and honored that our team has played a role in helping put the spotlight on the Queen of Grants.
Congratulations, Libby and Jacob, on this continued success and for equipping so many organizations with the resources they need to thrive.
Helena Kosoff
Grant Writer at Grant Writing by Helena
I have been a member of GrantWatch for decades and truly could not imagine working without it!!! The daily grant listings and informative podcasts are invaluable resources for staying current and competitive in grant development. The platform is continually updated and designed for ease of use, making it efficient and reliable.
Whenever questions arise, the GrantWatch team is readily accessible by email or phone and consistently provides prompt, knowledgeable support.
For anyone new to the world of grants and grant writers challenged with seeking diverse funding streams, GrantWatch is an absolute necessity. The online platform serves nonprofits—large and small—in every state, while also supporting individuals and businesses seeking funding opportunities to advance their initiatives and better serve their clients. The daily listings identify and detail federal, state, and foundation grants, clearly outlining funding priorities, award amounts, and application timelines.
Try it, I am confident you will agree that GrantWatch is one of the most comprehensive and dependable grant resources available.
Dina Ray
Director of Development for But God Ministries
But God Ministries appreciates the ease of finding grants and connecting with funders using GrantWatch’s software. It is an affordable tool that pays for itself with just one successful grant. This software has helped take BGM from an organization that had never received a grant in 2018 to one that has now received over $4,000,000 in grants.
Dave Proebstel
Former Treasurer (24 years) of the Sequim City Band
How does a 60-member band with a $30k budget raise $1.4 million for a new home? For the Sequim City Band, the answer was WA GrantWatch, which proved instrumental in securing nearly all the funding for their rehearsal hall expansion. After years of playing in cramped quarters, the band has finally traded their tight spaces for a million-dollar upgrade!
Matt Berkowitz
Founder, AllSet PEO Consultants
The Queen of Grants 2 offers a structured, behind-the-scenes look at how funding decisions are actually made. Libby brings together practical insights from operators, funders, and advisors, helping readers think more strategically about growth and sustainability. It is a strong guide for organizations serious about improving their grant outcomes.
Elliot Rosenfeld
Executive Director at RiverLife
The Queen of Grants 2 is a masterclass in turning vision into funded reality. As a cybersecurity expert who partners closely with nonprofits, I know how critical a strong funding strategy is, and this book delivers it with clarity and authority. Being featured in its pages was an honor, but what stands out most is how powerfully it equips leaders to think bigger and act smarter. If you are serious about impact, this is your blueprint.
