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How to Become a Grant Writer

Every year, governments and other entities offer grant money to fund projects. Grant funding is one way that nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and charities obtain the funding they need for continued operations. Grant writers help connect these organizations with grant financing by writing proposals that identify how the money will be used.

Grant writers leverage strong written communication skills each day when drafting compelling grant proposals that make a strong case for funding. They also assist in finding grant opportunities worth pursuing and deliver completed proposals according to grant requirements.

If you’re someone with a passion for nonprofit or charity work who is ready to put writing and revision skills to work for a good cause, the role of a grant writer is ideal for you.

What Is a Grant Writer?

A grant writer identifies grant opportunities, writes and polishes complete grant proposals, and submits those proposals for review. They maintain responsibility for most stages of the grant application process, managing grant proposals from initial creation stages through submission.

Grant writers typically require an undergraduate degree to be considered for hire. An advanced degree can help set you apart from the competition even more. In addition, some employers might prefer grant writers with experience in a grant writing setting.

What Does a Grant Writer Do?

Grant writers focus most of their attention on writing, revising, and submitting grant proposals throughout the year. They will also assist in identifying new grant opportunities, and can answer follow-up questions from government agencies issuing the grants.

The exact responsibilities of a grant writer can include:

• Identifying grant opportunities in your local community and beyond.
• Communicating with government agencies , private trusts, and other organizations issuing grants.
• Writing grant proposals according to grant requirements.
• Revising grant proposals to create a polished, final version.
• Submitting grant proposals before grant deadlines.
• I nforming executives and stakeholders about potential grant opportunities.
• Collecting and submitting supportive documents that help strengthen an organization’s case for receiving a grant.

These and other responsibilities keep grant writers busy, even when there are no proposals to be written.

What Education Does a Grant Writer Need?

Before you can gain employment as a grant writer, you’ll need to complete a few educational requirements. First, you’ll need to obtain an undergraduate degree in a writing field or educational studies , programs that teaches you the basics of composition, revision, style, and tone. These skills will help you craft authoritative grant proposals in a professional setting.

A master’s in educational leadership can help to improve your chances of getting a good grant writer job or improve your salary if you’re already working as a grant writer. This degree can give you the understanding of modern education and curriculum standards necessary to write compelling grant proposals.

Completing your education can make you eligible to apply for school administration jobs , where grant writers can help connect teachers, and entire departments, with valuable resources. To be fully eligible for an education-based grant writing position, you may also need to obtain a bachelor’s degree in an academic field.

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What Skills Does a Grant Writer Need?

Grant writers depend on well-developed skill sets to help them thrive in a variety of professional environments. These skills help them communicate effectively, both verbally and through written grant proposals.

The exact skills a grant writer needs can include:

• Grant writing.  The ability to draft grant proposals according to exact proposal requirements.
• Revision.  The ability to revise grant proposals according to style and tone best practices, suggestions from others, and proposal parameters.
• Time management.  The ability to complete tasks well before deadlines by allocating appropriate amounts of time to grant writing, revision, and submission tasks.
• Research.  The ability to identify new grant opportunities by utilizing search engines and local resources.
• Ongoing education.  The ability to continually pursue improved grant writing skills, specifically through teaching and professional development courses .
• Interpersonal communication.  The ability to correspond effectively with other grant writers, organizational representatives, and any other individuals involved in the grant application process.
• Technological proficiency.  The ability to fully use all necessary pieces of technology, including computers, tablets, phones, online programs, and grant submission portals.
• Perseverance.  The ability to persist through grant rejections and unfulfilled applications, to eventually connect your organization with grant funding that enables specific projects.

These and other skills make grant writers crucial to the success of many nonprofit organizations and charities, which depend on grant funding for continued operations.

How Much Does a Grant Writer Make?

The exact income of a grant writer can vary based on several different factors, including your employer, employer’s location, employer’s private or public funding, education, and years of experience. On average, the salary of a grant writer is $49,226, with a range of roughly $37,000 to $70,000 earned each year.

What Is the Projected Job Growth?

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics counts grant writers among other types of writers and authors when determining job outlook. From 2019 to 2029, employment for authors and writers is expected to decline by 2% . Grant writers will need to actively adapt to improvements in writing technology. As a grant writer, the use of new writing tools, revisions applications, and grant submission programs will likely be an ongoing responsibility.

Where Do Grant Writers Work?

Grant writers can work in a variety of different locations. Some grant writers work in teams, writing grant proposals together to obtain funding for larger projects. Often, a grant writer will also work independently for an organization, fulfilling any of their grant proposal needs.

Grant writers can work in some, or all, of the following locations:

-Nonprofit organizations

-Educational institutions

-Healthcare organizations

-Local government organizations

-Animal welfare organizations

As one of the most effective ways to find teaching resources on a budget , grants play a critical role in educational settings. Grant writers working for schools, colleges, or universities can help connect teachers with the supplies they need to properly instruct a class.

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Grant Writing Course Online

Become a Grant Writer

In the nonprofit world, grant writing is one of the most important aspects of fundraising. This 100% online course will teach you to how to research, write and manage a funding proposal for your nonprofit organization. Key topics include grant writing templates, budgeting and other nonprofit fundraising techniques.

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This course is 100% online. Start anytime.

Job Outlook for Grant Writers

• According to workforce analytics company Burning Glass, the need for grant writers and other fundraising specialists is expected to grow 15% over the next decade.
• com estimates that grant writers can earn up to $68,000 annually, with the current median salary sitting around $48,000.
• In the United States, metropolitan regions and areas adjacent to cities like Los Angeles, Washington D.C. and Seattle provided the biggest opportunities for grant writers.

Grant Writing FAQs

WHY DO NONPROFITS NEED GRANT WRITERS?

Not-for-profit ( or nonprofit ) 501(c) entities rely on fundraising and development to sustain their mission. Grant writing is one of the key strategies in the nonprofits sector for fundraising.

WHAT DO GRANT WRITERS DO?

Grant writers are tasked with researching, drafting and submitting proposals for a nonprofit organizations, including educational institutions, social advocacy groups and healthcare groups. Often, grant writers also handle other fundraising activities, including identifying funding sources, budgeting and managing resources.

WHAT TYPES OF GRANTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR NONPROFITS?

The Federal government is the largest source of grant funding. Additionally, nonprofits organizations can sustain themselves with grants from state, foundation and corporate grants.

IS GRANT WRITING A GOOD CAREER?

Nonprofit organizations will always need fundraising to maintain operational expenses, and grant writing is the main way this is done. Grant writing can be a well-paying career if you have strong history of winning grants, but it can also be very rewarding if you believe in the causes you are writing for.

Course Objectives

Be able to research, plan and write effectively for multiple purposes in the nonprofit sector

Understand the entire grant proposal writing process, including defining scope, project management and financial projections

Learn the fundamentals of budgeting

Identify roles of funding agencies, philanthropic foundations and giving institutions

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites to take this course.

INTRODUCTION TO GRANT RESEARCH

Identifying grants that fit with your organization; flexibility in the grant research process

INTRODUCTION TO GRANT WRITING

Common myths about the grant process, preparing the request for proposal, analyzing and responding to the RFP

ADVANCED GRANT WRITING

Program planning and evaluation, defining your program or service and writing a grant proposal

SPECIALIZED WRITING TECHNIQUES FOR GRANTS

The front matter of the grant proposal; common errors made in preparing response to a request for funding

TECHNICAL WRITING

Technical writing skills; writing process of preparing a technical document

WRITING ESSENTIALS

Four components of writing; planning, composition and grammar techniques

GRAMMAR ESSENTIALS

Grammar, syntax and parts of speech; rhetoric and argumentation

BUDGETING ESSENTIALS

The concept of budgeting; factors to consider in budgeting

FUNDRAISING FUNDAMENTALS

Locating funding sources; types of fundraising including, foundation and government grants, annual giving campaigns and corporate sponsorships

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Grant writing is a critical funding lifeline for many organizations. That’s why skilled grant writers are in demand, and have excellent career opportunities available to them.

Learn how to research and respond to grant opportunities. The University of Georgia offers online and classroom courses in grant writing. You'll find out how to develop successful grant proposals that present a solid case for awarding a grant to your organization.

Grant writing is a specialized profession with excellent career opportunities. For many organizations, grant writing is a critical "lifeline" for their funding.   Learn how to research and respond to grant opportunities. The University of Georgia offers online and classroom courses in grant writing. You'll find out how to develop successful grant proposals that present a solid case for awarding a grant to your organization.

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UGA Certificate Program - Online or Classroom

(Live-Online or Classroom: Gwinnett) In this program, you'll gain the confidence and skills to develop a successful grant proposal. You'll learn how to identify funding resources, develop an attractive program, meet tough deadlines, and much more.  

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(Online, start anytime) This course will look at the most important aspect of nonprofits — your mission and how to define that. Study governance and leadership issues, look at the laws that regulate nonprofits and codes of conduct, and learn about finances and budgeting.

(Online, instructor-led) This course equips you with essential skills: where to look for potential funders; how to network and develop true partnerships with a variety of funders; how to organize a successful grant-writing campaign; and how to put together a complete proposal package.

(Online, instructor-led, self-paced) This course covers every aspect of strategic funding research, preparing a fundraising plan, writing an award-winning plan of operation, and creating a project budget.

(Online, instructor-led) Find out how to research and write winning proposals. Learn what to do — and, more importantly, what not to do — on your cover sheet, narrative, background page, and your stakeholder and third-party evaluation plan.

(Online, instructor-led) Explore the skills you'll need to become a successful fundraiser and how to apply for the best jobs. The course covers annual funds, special events, major gifts, planned giving, capital campaigns, and more. You'll hone your writing skills using real-life situations.

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• Grant Funding for Researchers Certificate

Online certificate program for clinicians and basic scientists seeking grant funding from diverse sources

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• Learn how to discover funding opportunities, and understand the requirements of funders and expectations once awarded.
• Understand the basic construction of a grant and how to address each component when applying for NIH, non-NIH government agencies, foundations, philanthropic, and industry funding.
• Tailor your research interests to the priorities of government agencies, foundations, philanthropic organizations, and industry.
• Learn the communication skills necessary to cultivate and maintain relationships with foundations and industry professionals.
• Learn ways that mentors, grant administrators, and other collaborators can support your grant funding process.

The Grant Funding for Researchers Certificate combines five existing online grant writing courses. Throughout the program, participants will learn the skills needed to meet grant application requirements from diverse funding sources.

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Techniques to Writing a Competitive Grant In this module, participants will learn grant writing strategies firsthand from researchers who have successfully applied for funding from a variety of sources.

NIH Funding: Navigating the R01 & K Grant Submission Process Designed with the NIH K/R grant cycle in mind, this course begins with an overview of the NIH grant submission process. Participants will learn about writing the sections of the R01 and K grants, as well as the NIH peer review process. Through video lectures and interviews, this module will discuss the NIH diversity programs and supplements.

Non-NIH Government Agency Funding: Grant Submission Process Participants will explore the availability of medical research funding from the National Science Foundation, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute, Department of Defense, and other non-NIH agencies.

Industry Funding: Application Process & Establishing Industry Relationships Designed as an introduction to industry funding, this module will focus on the unique aspects of this process.

Funding Your Research: How to Obtain Foundation & Philanthropic Grants Participants will learn how to identify and apply for foundation and philanthropic grant funding. Researchers who have successfully applied for funding discuss their strategies, as well as the relational aspects that occur between the researcher, institution, and foundation and/or philanthropic organization.

Session dates

September 20, 2023 – June 26, 2024

Time commitment

Online coursework and assignments average two to three hours per week.

Please note: To be eligible to receive a Professional Certificate and/or CME credits, participants must complete all required assignments and surveys by Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024 .

Application due

September 15, 2023 at 5:00pm ET

Clinical researchers, basic scientists, and junior division grant administrators who seek to gain an initial overview of grant writing including how to prepare, manage, and write competitive grant applications.

Eligibility

Participants are expected to have a central hypothesis or objective for their future grant application so that they can use the program to begin preparing for submission within the next two years. This program is ideal for:

• MD, PhD, DMD, ScD, DNP, doctorate- or master-level degree, or actively involved with the grant-writing process
• Grant administrators who are involved pre- and post-award management
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The competition for grant money is fierce. With so many nonprofit organizations vying for each pot of funding, it’s essential to have a competitive edge to get the grant you need. One way to bolster your chances of success is by enrolling in one or more grant writing classes.

Do you want to learn how to start writing more effective grant proposals? If yes, then this is the article for you. Grant writing is a skill that can take years to master . On top of mastering grammar and research skills, understanding what funders are looking for in a proposal takes time.

There are many different options available for finding the best online courses for you, but this article will help make your search easier.

11 Best Grant Writing Classes Online

This is a vetted list organized by accredited grant writing classes, institution, pricing, and duration.

1.    Grant Writing Certification – Technical Writer HQ

Duration: 20 hours

Price:  $199

Technical Writer HQ’s Grant Writing Certification is great for those of you who are looking to become skilled in grant writing and want actionable advice and practical knowledge. The course covers every aspect of writing a winning grant proposal. Moreover, it covers how to build relationships with funders and present your proposal as well.

The best part is the course includes actual instructor feedback on a grant proposal that you create. This way, you can ensure you’re getting the most out of this course. The course also has a number of homeworks to help you write grant proposals with more clarity.

The course is taught by Josh (a certified grant writer with over 10 years of experience). There are also seven quizzes, a certification test, and a capstone project.

For more information and to enroll, check out Grant Writing Certification  by Technical Writer HQ.

2. Fundamentals of Grant Writing (University of Georgia)

Duration: 24 hours

Pricing: $159

The Fundamentals of Grant Writing certification course covers every critical concept that a professional grant writer should know. It teaches practical grant writing skills and covers specific aspects, including research, presentations, and networking. Additionally, the class focuses on finding potential funding sources that best suits your organization.

Because the course covers more advanced areas of the grant writing business, it’s also valuable to individuals who already work or have jobs as grant writers.

Fundamentals of Grant Writing has a total of 12 classes by Linda Vallejo (a full-time certified grant writer with more than three decades of experience). You can choose between the two formats available: instructor-led or self-study. The course duration is 24 hours, and the pricing is $159.

You can learn more about this grant writing class here .

3. Grant Writing for Non-profits and Freelance Writers (Udemy)

Duration: 1 hour and 34 minutes

Pricing: $29.99, possible discounts

Udemy is renowned for its endless educational courses across multiple industries and niches. This 1-hour and 34-minute grant writing certificate program is for beginners seeking to enter the grant writing business as freelancers or under nonprofits.

It focuses on enhancing their research and technical writing abilities before applying for government grants. Tim Whitney developed the course as a professional grant writer with several successful multi-million dollar grant proposals under his belt.

He provides students with real-life case studies, strategies for developing successful grant proposals, and the language type and tone to write to different entities. He also highlights the non-technical aspects of a grant writer’s role, including relationship building and thinking like a funder.

This course comes with lots of extra perks. Though retailing at $24.99, Udemy constantly offers discounts on every course on its catalog. Depending on the promotional offer, you can get an offer as low as below $10. You also get lifetime access once you’re enrolled.

You can learn more about this grant writing class here.

4. Professional and Academic Proposal Writing (Thompson Rivers University)

Duration: 30 weeks

Pricing: $760 – $1419

This 30-week grant writing certification offers beginners and intermediate writers an excellent all-around grant writing program.

It’s applicable for numerous entities across the grant writing spectrum, including government, education, art, health, and the nonprofit sector. The program teaches students skills like developing a grant proposal, defining the prime purpose of the fundraising, coming up with efficient budgeting strategies, etc.

This writing course teaches students the procedures and guidelines for writing a successful grant application, including creating introductory sections and letters of intent. Despite having many fundamentals, the course has limited resources on interpersonal skills. This makes the program ideal for rookies who want to learn the basic principles of writing grants.

Despite covering many of the fundamentals, this course has limited resources on interpersonal skills. This makes it ideal if you’re entirely new to the industry and interested in learning the foundational principles of grant writing.

Pricing starts at $695 and reaches up to $1258. This includes the cost of reading material and the shipping cost of delivering your study material to you.

5. Grant Writing Basics for Beginners (Skillshare)

Duration: 50 minutes

Pricing: $165 annual subscription

This course is ideal for beginners with zero experience in grant writing. It consists of 10 lessons, for 50 minutes, which is a perfect length for a starter course. This class provides answers to frequently asked questions and concerns a novice writer may have. Unfortunately, it doesn’t cover in detail how to draft proposals.

Teresa Huff teaches the course as a professional grant writer with 20 years of experience drafting grant proposals. She shares tips on getting started as a grant writer while also sharing some common industry knowledge. Please keep in mind that this only course focuses on grants for nonprofits and schools.

Skillshare’s grant writing certification is free for the first 14 days after signing up for your Skillshare membership. After the free 14-day trial, a monthly subscription fee applies for $19.

6. WVDO Certificate in Grant Writing

Duration: 9 weeks

Pricing: $250 to $2000 (depending on criteria)

This 9-week grant writing certification course teaches practical writing skills to develop effective grant proposal applications. There are no prerequisites here, so people with limited or no experience can enroll. This makes it the real deal for anyone switching to grant writing from any other writing discipline to grant writing.

This course helps you build industry experience writing for nonprofits. Students use ready-made letters and reference materials to draw proposals upon course completion.

Each enrollment section takes a maximum of 15 students. This shows the level of focus and individual attention received by each attendee. To apply for this certification, you’re required to submit an updated resume that shows your writing and communication skills and why you are interested in this certification.

The cost of this certification is $900, although students that cannot afford the full tuition fee can request financial assistance.

You can learn more about this course here .

7. Professional Certificate in Grant Writing (San Diego State University)

Duration: 10 weeks

Pricing: $898

SDSU recognizes the vast number of charity and nonprofit projects requiring grant funding. This has led them to create a grant writing certification. Participants are required to complete

This recognition has led them to create their grant writing certification. The syllabus of the program contains two courses that students are required to complete to obtain this certification:

• Introduction to Grants and Funding Research
• Grant Proposal Development

The first course accommodates beginners and freelance writers. It takes students through the basics of grant writing. The second course is for the more experienced students looking to practice further and develop their skills.

Furthermore, this certification is specific to the nonprofit industry, involving clinics, local schools, environmental organizations, and food banks. It’s not a good fit for individuals looking to develop their portfolios as businesses or research writers. The tuition fee for this course is $449, and it runs for 10 weeks.

You can learn more about this course here.

8. A to Z Grant Writing (University of Colorado, Colorado Springs)

• Instructor-led: 6 weeks
• Self-paced: 3 month
• Instructor-led: $135
• Self-paced: $100

The A-to-Z Grant Writing certification course teaches students everything they need to write a grant attracting attention from potential funders, getting them closer to winning grants for projects.

This course isn’t limited to a specific sector in the grant writing space. It works for religious institutions, education, and nonprofit management sectors. Furthermore, it’s an instructed-led course taught by Linda Vallejo.

Aside from teaching students the technical skills involved in grant writing, it also introduces them to essential activities away from the desk. These activities include organization, presentation, collaboration, and confidence. The course lasts for six weeks and costs $135.

9. University of South Carolina (USC)

Duration: 11 days

Pricing: $1332

The University of South Carolina provides one of the most elaborate and extensive grant writing certifications. The course prepares professionals for aspects essential to the grant writing field.

The course is primarily a formal training program, which begins with an introductory course to grant writing and a needs-based assessment.

Following the introductory module, there’s program development and evaluation. It concentrates on strategic models and tools necessary for writing a successful grant proposal.

Finally, the last module teaches the grant writing process. All courses are held online with no self-paced version yet. The tuition fee for this program is $1332.

10. Advanced Grant Proposal Writing (ed2go)

Duration: 6-12 weeks

• Self-paced: $115

As the name suggests, this course is for the more advanced, more experienced writers. It explores the structure and formatting more intricately than other grant writing certifications.

Aside from building the foundation of your grant writing knowledge, the course teaches you how to move forward (grant management) once you secure grant money. Additionally, you learn how to develop non-technical, practical skills.

Advanced Grant Proposal Writing offers teaching formats. The instructor-led option takes between 6–12 weeks to complete; however, you can learn at your own pace with the self-study variant. The course is by Dr. Beverly Browning, a professional grant writer with four decades of experience. You can enroll in this course for $115.

11. Arizona State University

Duration: 7 weeks

Pricing: $999 – $1175

Arizona State University provides two grant writing certification programs. One is for beginners-writers, while the other is for mid-level writers. Students are encouraged to enroll in the latter after completing the first program and getting relevant hands-on experience.

Grant Development: State and Foundation Proposals

This course teaches strategic planning and the fundamental elements that students need to know when drafting proposals. This highly interactive course costs $1050 and runs for 7 weeks. Although it’s perfect for individuals new to writing grants, the providers describe the course as “fast-paced and intensive.”

This course isn’t instructor-led. Students engage with the course material actively. Furthermore, ASU offers a mid-level course for more advanced/experienced grant-writers.

Advanced Grant Development: Federal Proposals

This course is for writers with more grant writing experience. It coaches individuals to write compelling federal grant proposals, too.

Students work in smaller focus groups with the knowledge specialist. They also benefit from having their proposals reviewed before submission for federal grants. Since it’s an advanced program, it requires some experience in state and foundations grant writing.

The tuition fee for this certification is $1175. However, if you enroll after taking the preceding beginner course, ASU offers you a 25% discount.

You can learn more about their courses here.

So there you have it! A review of the best grant writing classes available online to help you find the best certification program for your needs. We wish you the very best in your learning journey and career.

Here are some frequently asked questions about grant writing.

Why should I take a grant writing class?

If you are new to grant writing, whether you need to write grants at your full-time job or if you’re looking to start freelancing, you would benefit from taking a course. If you’re contemplating switching careers to a sector/industry that requires writing grants, such as government or nonprofits, you may want to acquaint yourself with the process of grant writing by picking an online course.

Experienced professional grant writers probably don’t need to enroll in a course; however, continuing education courses or more advanced classes could spark new ideas or give a fresh perspective. You’ll also stay up-to-date with industry trends.

How much do grant writing classes cost?

Online grant writing classes range from $0 to $300. Live-instructor-led courses are usually costlier than self-paced courses. Some providers allow free trials or bar certain features, such as quizzes and graded assignments, for their free versions. A university-sponsored program or a more formal certification can cost thousands of dollars.

What are the best grant writing classes?

We compiled a list above of some of the best grant writing classes. To choose an ideal grant writing class, you need a career map. This helps you choose a course that delivers knowledge and skills best suited to your needs to increase your pay and salary . It’s also essential to pick a certification program that aligns with the professional sector you wish to work in (nonprofits, education, healthcare, etc.).

To identify the best courses, we looked at instructor quality, course material and length, cost, and student feedback. These are among the most important qualities to consider when finding the ideal online grant writing classes.

All courses on the list above have a comprehensive syllabus, are accessible on multiple platforms, have outstanding reputations, and benefit you quickly.

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With more and more non-profits popping up, each looking to promote their cause by acquiring sufficient funding, the demand for writers who can create the most compelling, detailed, and creative grant proposal is also on the rise. If you’re considering this path, investing in a grant writing certification is a good place to start.

When it comes to becoming a writer , many think that they are mostly freelancers with an unreliable source of income. However, we’re here to tell you that this isn’t the case. In fact, there are numerous grant writing services out there that hire experts from the field and make it easier for nonprofit organizations to find the right set of skills.

The journey to becoming an expert grant writer begins with a simple step — making up your mind and getting the right training. However, with the myriad of options out there and each one claiming to be the best grant writing certification of them all, the step doesn’t remain as simple anymore.

To make the journey easier for you, we will look at some of the best grant writing certifications of 2023 for you to consider along with their pricing and certifications.

Top Grant Writing Certifications for 2023

When it comes to picking a grant writing certification course, here are some of the best grant writer classes out there:

1) Skillshare Grant Writing

Rating: 8.5/10

Duration: 50 minutes

In this 50-minute course, writers will learn the basics of creative and technical writing all the way to persuasive writing, the format of a grant, tips, and more. Grant Writing Basics is a 50-minute divided into 10 lessons.

To test your skills after you are done, you will have access to three thorough projects to complete at your own pace. You will have to submit these courses, of course, after which you can get the online certificate in your portal.

You have the option to download and print it at your own leisure, though.

This course is perfect for beginners and experts alike, helping you cover the basics and complex intricacies involved with the research process, addressing funders, and more.

The instructor has 20 years of experience in the field, which is evident in the way she takes some of the most difficult aspects of grant writing and turns them easy.

However, before you jump into the certification course, it is important to remember that you will only learn the complications and procedure for writing grant proposals for schools and nonprofits instead of getting a complete overview of the process in general.

The course is available for free to those who have subscribed to Skillshare. The membership itself costs $169 per month. We believe that the value you’ll get against your investment is well worth it. Of course, you will have to spend some time practicing on your own to be able to write grant proposals for other niches.

For more information and to subscribe, visit Skillshare Grant Writing .

Rating: 9/10

Duration: 1h 41m (48 lectures, 12 sections)

For those of you who need a cross-industry overview of what technical writing is and how you can write a simple grant proposal for a myriad of industries, Udemy’s Federal Grant Writing 101 could be the perfect course for you.

The principles taught in this course apply to almost every grant you may have to write, thus truly turning you into a certified grant writer.

This grant writing certification caters to government agencies, above all else, because these grants are what matter the most for many organizations. Grant writing classes are led by Dr. Beverly Browning, an Advanced Grant Proposal Writing class teacher who has been hosted in numerous schools and colleges for this specific purpose.

The course is broken into 12 different sections, each with distinct lectures covering hard and soft skills required throughout the grant writing process.

The first section will cover the basics and as you move on, you will find information about formatting, content, what to address, who to address it to, and most importantly, how to address it. The next section covers all the necessary forms that you will have to fill when submitting the grant, while in the last section you will address the frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the process.

This grant writing course is priced at $44.99 but Udemy rolls out discounts and offers regularly, reducing the price down to as low as $13.99! At the time of writing this review, it is priced at $14.99, and gives you lifetime access to course’s constituents. This includes the videos, 35 downloadable resources and a grant writing certification telling the world that you are ready. The certificate is accepted my more widely than that of Skillshare.

You can access the course via the Udemy web portal or mobile app on iOS and Android phones alike.

To enroll, visit Udemy .

3) University of South Carolina

Rating: 9.5/10

Duration: 5 Sessions (in-person, physical classes). 10 sessions (online)

If you are really looking to up your grant writing game, you simply can’t go wrong with the certification offered by The University of South Carolina. The course is dedicated to helping students not just learn about the grant writing process but also experience it practically as they get to write samples and get them tested by expert evaluators.

You can either take the classes in person or online via zoom, thus giving you the freedom to learn based on your preference.

This grant writing course is rather extensive, helping individuals procure government grants and private donors via compelling grant applications.

Where the previously reviewed grant writing certifications take a two dimensional approach, the University of South Carolina takes a three dimensional approach, preparing individuals for practical and professional writing as well.

Students get to learn more about the research and writing process in a much more up-close and personal manner, not to mention identifying the different forms that need to be filled for different industries, amounts, and more.

This Grant Writing program begins with helping individuals create a strategic outline for their query and create newer ways to effectively help their clients gain a competitive edge and a much higher chance of securing grants via their successful grant proposals.

The course costs $1,322, which is high compared to the two we previously reviewed but relatively conservative considering the value we get and the style of teaching We wouldn’t shy away from recommending this grant writing course to anyone.

To enroll, check out University of South Carolina .

4) Portland State (Non-Profit)

For those of you who want to excel practically and theoretically in the world of grant writing for non-profits, this certificate program is exactly what you need. Enrollment closed in September 2020 and will reopen in July or August for early birds.

Portland State is rather well known for their grant writing certification and is recognized throughout the US because of the advanced grant writing skill graduates boast. In fact, many non-profit organizations require the certificate from Portland State as a prerequisite for hiring writers.

Along with earning a good income, writers also get to promote noble causes with the help of this online course.

As you continue through the grant writing course on Zoom, you can’t expect to have practical experience and a rather strong proposal to include in your job market portfolio. Some areas in particular the program focuses on includes

• Environmental defense grant writing
• Racial equity cause grant writing
• Grant writing for animals
• Grant Writing for Indigenous Sustainability, and more.

Throughout the course you get to learn from several experts as they use new, experimental learning approaches where you get to write actual grants for a live audience and clients. By seating you in the driver’s seat, Portland State is able to guide you better about the grant writing process and stuff years of experience into several business days.

The course costs just $900 ($800 for early birds) and in our opinion offers immense value to those who want to pursue a career in grant writing. We would wholeheartedly recommend the course to students, provided they don’t mind becoming professional grant writers for non-profits only.

To enroll, visit Portland State (Non-Profit) .

Rating: 9.8/10

Duration: 6 weeks

The advanced grant proposal writing certification offered by ed2go is revered in the industry to be one of the most thorough course out there.

It isn’t just suitable for those who have no writing experience whatsoever but also works impeccably well for professional grant writers or technical writers who are looking to perfect their craft.

If we were to pick a favorite certification among out list, ed2go would definitely make it in the top 3.

When going through the course, we also found that it takes a much deeper and thorough approach when explaining the grant proposal writing process, formatting, tone, what to address, length of paras, words to use and those to avoid and more.

The course is headed by Dr. Beverly Browning who brings 40 years of experience on the table. The 12 lessons within start with the cover letter and explain everything in great detail all the way up to the contact page.

Once you are done with the course, we can safely say that you will confidently be writing grant proposals addressing corporations, government, private individuals, foundations, and more with a much higher rate of success.

Unfortunately, the course does cater to beginners but not absolute beginners who have no skill or experience in grant writing, which is why it isn’t a 10/10 for us.

There are certain prerequisites of the course, i.e. a cover letter and an introductory course certificate or relevant work experience.

The course allows individuals to learn at their own pace or via a bootcamp learning model as there are two options to choose from; the self-paced version where you learn as when you please. This is perfect for people who are currently working and can’t attend regular classes.

There is also the instructor-led online version that adopts a bootcamp-like approach. Both these versions cost $159. The instructor-led course takes about 6 weeks to complete while the self-paced course is available for 3 months to help you study properly.

To enroll, visit ed2go .

6) University of Georgia

Rating: 8/10

Duration: 24 hours

Another course suitable for beginners, this grant-writing course can help you build a strong foundation for writing detailed and successful grant applications for foundations, nonprofits, schools, orphanages, shelters, and more.

The thing about this course is that it builds a great base to further your grant seeking ventures. The syllabus, cost, and length of the course by University of Georgia is rather well-reputed and well-recognized, which bodes well for all enrollees. You get 2.4 credits for completing the course as well, which means students in the university can opt for this grant writing certification during their degree, win a certificate without worrying about losing precious time.

Costing $159, we would recommend the course to beginners but not for those who looking to continue education or perfect their craft.

To enroll, visit University of Georgia .

7) Thompson Rivers University

Duration: 30 weeks

Thompson Rivers University might not be as prestigious as others on our list but when it comes to technical writing and grant certificate programs, it doesn’t hold back any punches. The university has always been known to focus on literature, focusing on industry-specific best practices for grant writing to help individuals create exemplary and eye-catching grant proposals with minimal time and money investment.

The course begins by helping students understand the key elements that go into development of a grant application. And then it goes into defining the funding purpose, accountability, budget practices, and most importantly, completing pre- and post-funding due diligence.

During the grant writing classes in this course, you will learn to write grant proposals for academic institutions, research labs, healthcare facilitates, art communities, non-profits, and other professionals seeking persuasive, informative and professional grant proposals to send over.

The pricing for the course depends on shipping location and residency tuition type.

To enroll, visit Thompson Rivers University .

Online Grant Writing Certification FAQs

Now that we have covered the best grant writing certifications you can enroll in, let us consider some of the most commonly asked questions in the industry.

What is Grant Writing?

Grant writing is the act of compiling information necessary to apply and procure funding from private, commercial, or federal grants. The goal of grant writing is to persuade grant makers into making a favorable decision in their favor. A basic proposal includes a cover letter, budgetary requirements, fund allocation, and more.

A grant writing certification is a form of technical writing certification for the grant application niche.

Are Grant Writing Classes Important?

Grant writers are much like other technical writers, except that they have very specific requirements to follow.

Without classes, it takes an individual around 3–5 years to master grant writing to the fullest. Furthermore, with the help of grant writing classes writers can master the art within 1–2 years and then keep on making improvements. Certified grant writers are paid more than those without certification purely because of the classes they took.

In the US, the number of grant writers increased by 7% within the last year.

How Much Do Online Grant Writers Make?

Some grant writers are paid by the hour while some are paid a flat fee for the project. Beginner grant writers make $35-$75 per hour, while reputable, professional, and certified writers can charge up to $75-$150 per hour.

The flat fee can be anywhere between $200 to $700 (or more), depending on the project’s scope.

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Looking for the best grant writing certifications? Keep on reading to know about some of the best options that you can have.

Professions such as grant writing are always in demand due to the (rare) specific skills they require. However, with the pandemic looming over our heads, opportunities to get the certificate have all moved online. This is where self-paced, virtual instructor-led grant writing certification courses come into play.

In this article, we’ll look at 8 of the best grant writing certification programs that you can attend to better your chances of landing a lucrative grant writing job in 2023.

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Best Grant Writing Certification Programs

There are quite a few grant writing certification programs, which is why it is a bit challenging to pick one that’s right for your career.

Depending on your requirements, these are the best options out there:

1. Grant Writing Certification – Technical Writer HQ

Rating: 9.5/10

Duration: 15 hours

Price:  $199

The Grant Writing Certification Course is great for those of you who are looking to become skilled in grant writing, and don’t have the time or money needed to do so. The course covers all essential aspects that one would need to know about this field as well as more advanced concepts like presentations, networking with potential funding sources, and how they should match your organization’s needs.

The course also provides feedback on a graded capstone project which allows students to get feedback to ensure they’re on the right track. This program will equip anyone learning grant writing skills with everything they’ll need.

The curriculum also touches on advanced areas of grant writing, and there’s an entire section devoted to ensuring proper proposal-writing skills with over 7 quizzes/tests and certification that students can take at their own pace.

The course is taught by Josh (a certified grant writer with over 10 years of experience). There’s also a certification test and a capstone project. 

For more information and to enroll, check out the Grant Writing Certification Course  by Technical Writer HQ.

2. Skillshare Grant Writing

Rating: 8.5/10

Duration: 50 minutes (3 projects)

Price: $159 per month (Skillshare subscription)

Skillshare is an online learning and skill development platform that has introduced an easier and more accessible alternative for individuals looking to learn essential grant writing skills.

The Grant Writing Basics for Beginners course is ideal for people who are new to writing request documents.

It’s a 50-minute course that’s followed by 3 projects that you can complete at your own pace.

The course is led by Teresa Huff as she explains essential technical writing skills, potential funding sources to address, and how to write a successful grant proposal to funders. It starts from the basics and goes all the way up to addressing more complicated aspects of grant writing.

Students get to learn from her 20 years of experience in writing successful grants and how she has managed to secure millions worth of grants for her clients. Moreover, the course is both engaging and helpful in the practical sense.

One caveat is that the course only addresses grant proposal writing for schools and nonprofits instead of giving you an overview of the writing process. However, since most grant writing is done within the two establishments, the course stays beneficial.   

You can view the course on any smartphone, tablet, or desktop device. Upon completion, you will receive a digital completion certificate stamped by Skillshare, stating that you are a professional grant writer.

For more information and to subscribe, visit  Skillshare Grant Writing .

Rating: 9/10

Duration: 1h 41m

Price: $14.99 (at a promotional discount, otherwise $44.99)

Udemy’s Federal Grant Writing 101 course touches on the essence of technical writing and appeals to government grants.

The principles taught in this course apply to almost every grant you may write, which turns you into a certified grant writer.

This grant writing certification caters to government agencies and is for companies/entities seeking government grants. The classes are led by Dr. Beverly Browning, an Advanced Grant Proposal Writing class teacher who has hosted multiple sessions in schools and colleges for this specific purpose.

The course is broken into 12 different sections, each with lectures covering hard and soft skills required throughout the grant writing process.

The first section covers the basics and provides information about formatting, content, what to address, who to address it to, and how to address it. The next section covers all the necessary forms that you have to fill in when submitting the grant. The last section addresses the frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the process.

The course package includes instructional videos, 35 downloadable resources, and a grant writing certification for your resume, and to display on your social media profiles.

You can access the course via the Udemy web portal or mobile app on both iOS and Android phones.

We recommend this course to all those looking to write exceptional grant-seeking proposals without breaking your bank or having to spend weeks or months completing a training course.

The lifetime access and course material ensure that you have the guidelines necessary to improve your writing process.

For more information and to subscribe, visit  Udemy Grant Writing .

4. University of South Carolina

Duration: 5 Sessions (in-person, physical classes). 10 sessions (online)

Price: $1,322

If you’re looking for grant writing classes taught by a recognized educational institution, the certification offered by The University of South Carolina is for you.

The course is dedicated to helping students learn about the grant writing process and experience it by writing samples and getting them tested by expert evaluators.

You can either take the classes in person or online via Zoom. This gives you the freedom to learn at your own pace, in an environment where you are comfortable learning.

This grant writing course is rather extensive, helping individuals procure government grants and private donors via compelling grant applications.

Where the previously reviewed grant writing certifications take a two-dimensional approach, the University of South Carolina prepares individuals for practical and professional writing as well. This makes it a more complete course compared to others.  

Students get to learn more about the research and writing process in a much more up-close and personal manner. Furthermore, they identify the different forms that you should fill for different industries, amounts, and more.

This Grant Writing program begins with helping individuals create a strategic outline for their queries. Next, it helps them develop newer ways to help their clients gain a much higher chance of securing grants via their successful grant proposals.

The course costs $1,322, which is high compared to some of the other courses available. However, because it’s an accredited course, by a recognized educational institution, no less, it’s recommended for everyone.

Once you are done, you get a high-level set of credentials that tells the whole world that you are a certified grant writer. This certificate is accepted more than Skillshare or Udemy certifications.

For more information and to subscribe, visit the University of South Carolina .

5. Portland State (Nonprofit)

Rating: 8.5/10

Duration: 9 weeks

Price: $900 ($800 for early-bird subscribers)

The Portland State University’s Grant Writing program is ideal for anyone looking to build theoretical as well as practical grant writing knowledge. Enrollment closed in September 2020 and will reopen in July or August for early birds.

Portland State is known for its vocational programs and certifications, with grant writing being one of the popular programs. grant writing certification and

It’s recognized throughout the US because of the advanced grant writing skill that graduates can develop. In fact, many nonprofit organizations require the certificate from Portland State as a prerequisite for hiring writers.

In addition to earning a good income, writers also get to promote noble causes with the help of this online course.

As you continue through the grant writing course on Zoom, you can expect to have practical experience and a strong proposal to include in your job market portfolio. Some specific areas that the program focuses on include:

• Environmental defense grant writing
• Racial equity cause grant writing
• Grant writing for animals
• Grant Writing for Indigenous Sustainability

Throughout the course, you get to learn from several experts as they use new, experimental learning approaches in which you get to write actual grants for a live audience and clients.

By seating you in the driver’s seat, Portland State is able to guide you better about the grant writing process and stuff years of experience into several business days.

The course costs offer a lot of value to those who want to pursue a career in grant writing. We recommend the course to students, provided they don’t mind becoming professional grant writers for nonprofits only.

For more information and to purchase, visit  Portland State University .

Rating: 9.8/10

Duration: 6 weeks

Price: $159

The ed2go advanced grant proposal writing certification is known in the industry as one of the most thorough courses for this vocational skill.

It’s suitable for those who have no writing experience whatsoever, as well as professional grant writers or technical writers who are looking to perfect their craft and/or apply for better jobs that require greater qualifications.

This certification is among the best awards for practical grant writing in the nonprofit sector.

 When going through the course, we also found that it takes a much deeper and more thorough approach when explaining the grant proposal writing process, formatting, tone, the issues to address (and how), length of paragraphs, words to use, and avoid.

The course is headed by Dr. Beverly Browning who brings 40 years of experience to the table. The 12-lesson course starts with the cover letter and explains everything in great detail all the way up to the contact page.

Once you are done with the course, you will have the ability to write grant proposals addressing corporations, government, private individuals, foundations, and more with a much higher rate of success.

Unfortunately, the course does cater to beginners but not absolute beginners who have no skill or experience in grant writing, which is why it isn’t a 10/10 for us. There are certain prerequisites for the course i.e. a cover letter and an introductory course certificate or relevant work experience. 

The course allows individuals to learn at their own pace or via a Bootcamp learning model. The self-paced version lets you learn at your convenience. This is perfect for people who are working and can’t attend regular classes.

There is also the instructor-led online version that adopts a Bootcamp-like approach. The instructor-led course takes about 6 weeks to complete while the self-paced course is available for 3 months to help you study.

We recommend this course for all, considering how it is low-priced and in-depth. You can go through the course just on Windows or Mac.

For more information and to purchase, visit  ed2go .

7. University of Georgia

Rating: 8/10

Duration: 24 hours

Another course suitable for beginners, this program can help you build a strong foundation for writing detailed and successful grant applications for foundations, nonprofits, schools, orphanages, shelters, and more.

The best thing about this course is that it builds a great base to further your grant-seeking ventures. The syllabus, cost, and length of the course by the University of Georgia are ideal for almost every potential grant writer, regardless of their existing grant writing knowledge.

You get 2.4 credits for completing the course as well, which means students in the university can opt for this grant writing certification during their degree, and win a certificate without worrying about losing precious time.

While the course benefits beginners and writers looking to get into grant writing the most, it really is great for anyone looking to apply for the position.

For more information and to purchase, visit the University of Georgia .

8. Thompson Rivers University

Duration: 30 weeks

Thompson Rivers University is not as prestigious as others on our list but when it comes to technical writing and grant certificate programs, it delivers in terms of knowledge imparted and skills developed.

The university always focuses on literature while implementing industry-specific best practices for grant writing to help individuals create exemplary and eye-catching grant proposals with minimal effort.

The course begins by helping students understand the key elements that go into the development of a grant application. Moreover, it teaches how to define the funding purpose, accountability, budget practices, and completing pre and post-funding due diligence.

During the grant writing classes in this course, you will learn to write grant proposals for academic institutions, research labs, healthcare facilities, art communities, nonprofits, and other professionals seeking persuasive, informative, and professional grant proposals to send over.

For more information and to purchase, visit  Thompson Rivers University .

When writing grants, you aren’t just working to polish your own expertise but are also working to further a cause that could have a positive impact on people’s lives. This makes it all the more important to become a highly-skilled grant writer.

We recommend you take one of the courses above to grow your career prospects and to help those who need funding by using what you learn to write the best, most compelling grant proposal yet.

Now that we have covered the best grant writing certifications you can enroll in, let us consider some of the most asked questions in the industry.

What is Grant Writing?

Grant writing is the act of compiling the information necessary to apply for and procure funding from private, commercial, or federal grants, and then crafting a request letter with said information. The goal of grant writing is to persuade funding entities into providing the writing entity with the required funding. A basic proposal includes a cover letter, budgetary requirements, and fund allocation specifics.

Are Grant Writing Classes Important?

Grant writers are much like other technical writers, except that they have very specific requirements to follow. Without classes, it takes an individual around 3-5 years to master grant writing to the fullest. On the other hand, with the help of grant writing classes, writers can master the skill within 1-2 years and then keep on making improvements. Certified grant writers are paid more than those without certification because of the classes they took.

How Much Do Online Grant Writers Make?

Some grant writers are paid by the hour while some are paid a flat fee for the project. Beginner grant writers make $35-75 per hour, while reputable, professional, and experienced grant writers can charge up to $75-150 per hour. The flat fee is anywhere between $200 to $700 (or more), depending on the project’s scope.

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