Explore how businesses and nonprofits can secure grant funding and improve their sustainability strategies. Whether you are new to the grant process or looking to refine your approach, this session will equip you with the tools to enhance your grant readiness and write compelling proposals.
Special guest, Megan Carras, brings extensive expertise in fundraising, research, and writing, with a focus on supporting low-income entrepreneurs in the D.C. area. Megan has worked as a non-profit fundraising consultant, helping organizations across the U.S. with their grant programs. Her deep experience includes working with The Nature Conservancy and other non-profit sectors, providing her with firsthand knowledge of the strategic needs for successful fundraising.
Megan holds a Ph.D. in Geography and Sustainable Development from the University of St Andrews in Scotland, an MSc in Environmental Technology from Imperial College London, an MA in Environmental Management from Harvard University, and a BA in Environmental Science from the University of Virginia.
During this session, you'll learn:
- Grant Readiness: How to prepare your business or nonprofit for grant applications
- Writing Compelling Proposals: Key elements of successful grant writing
- Accessing Funding Networks: Leveraging Wacif resources and networks for funding success.
Location
Virtual Event