Grant Writing & Funding When to Start a New Service for a Grant Writing Business
Kim Collier has secured over $35 million in government and foundation funding for nonprofits over the past 20 years—and in this episode, she brings both experience and real talk to the conversation. We dive into what it actually looks like to build a sustainable and profitable grant writing career, starting with a topic many grant writers know all too well: being underpaid.
Kim shares the real impact of undercharging (and undervaluing your work), and how shifting your mindset—and your pricing—can change everything. We also talk about the power of community and why being part of a grant writing network can accelerate your growth, confidence, and opportunities as a grant professional.
But we don’t stop there.
Kim brings a unique perspective on nonprofit infrastructure, including common security risks organizations face today. She shares insights on how nonprofits can better protect themselves from cybersecurity threats—an often overlooked but critical area of sustainability.
And finally, we explore how housing grants have been evolving and what that means for grant writers working in this space.
If you’re ready to strengthen your business, better serve your clients, and stay ahead of industry shifts—this episode is packed with insights you don’t want to miss.
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Kim Collier is an experienced grant professional who has secured more than $35 million in government and foundation funding for nonprofits over the past two decades. She brings deep expertise in grant strategy, funding research, and nonprofit capacity building.
In addition to her work in grant writing, Kim has a strong focus on nonprofit systems and sustainability, including risk management and cybersecurity awareness. She is passionate about helping grant writers build profitable businesses while supporting nonprofits in operating more securely and effectively.
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Weekly Newsletter: “Write Grants. Get Paid” - Get thought leadership on grant and freelance grant writing strategies every week in your inbox. https://grantwritingandfunding.com/
Freelance Grant Writer Academy: Replace your Full-Time Income Writing Grants Part-Time from Home. https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-grant-writer-academy/
Grant Professional Mentorship: Double your Monthly Revenue with an Income Stream Outside of Grant Writing. https://grantwritingandfunding.com/mentorship
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Holly Rustick
Leading the $1 Billion for Good Movement: By 2030, aspiring and seasoned grant writers inside the Freelance Grant Writer Academy & Grant Professional Mentorship will 1) WIN $1 Billion in Grants, and 2) MAKE $30 Million in their Grant Writing Businesses. We are on our way already.