2026 The Advanced Grant Writer’s Edge: Tools and Tips for Success (Grant Writing Series, Session 2)
Thursday, January 8, 2026 (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM) (MST)
Description
You’ve got the basics down, and now it’s time to push your skills further. Use AI effectively and ethically to increase your grant-writing capacity.
In just three hours, we’ll focus on strategies that make a real difference:
- Aligning your proposals seamlessly with funders’ priorities.
- Telling a story with data that grabs attention and inspires action.
- Using AI tools to streamline research, drafting, and editing, so you can focus on what really matters.
This isn’t just another workshop. It’s your chance to refine your craft, work smarter, and create proposals that stand out and drive results.
What you will learn:
- Techniques for aligning with funder priorities
- Craft compelling narratives that resonate with funders
- Understand and practice using AI for research and drafting
Who Should Attend:
Executive Directors, Operations Staff, Development Staff and anyone interested learning how to improve their grant writing skills.
When:
Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:00 AM-2:00 PM (MT). All sessions will be recorded and recordings will be shared following the session.
This is the a al carte session; to purchase the full series for discount, please visit this page.
Cost:
UNA Members: $119
Not-Yet-Members: $238
About the Instructor:
Josie White is the Philanthropic Officer at Shelter the Homeless in Salt Lake City, Utah. She is a dedicated leader in the nonprofit sector and is passionate about educating others in the field to create stronger communities. With a proven track record in fundraising and grant writing, Josie, a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), has secured grants from government, foundation, and corporate donors, and boosted donor retention. She has Master's in Nonprofit Management & Philanthropy from Bay Path University and aims to leverage her education and experience to positively impact those in need.