A to Z Grantwriting "Funding Your Passion" –
Four Day Intensive Seminar
and A to Z Grantwriting 101 – One Day Workshop

presented as part of the Loyola Marymount Extension
Non Profit Development Certificate Program
October – December, 2011

The 19 participants included future grantwriting consultants and representatives from:

• Hospitaller Foundation of California, Inc.
• Los Angeles Philharmonic
• Loyola Marymount University
• Our Lady of Peace School
• Pierce College
• Refresh Youth Center
• Rock n’ Roll Camp for Girls Los Angeles
• Saint Rose of Lima School and Parish
• Wings of Love
  

Participants Evaluated Their Grantwriting Knowledge Before AND After the Seminar (1 lowest, 10 highest)

What Our Students Said About This Seminar!

A TO Z Funding Your Passion

• “A new world was opened up to me. I hope to implement some of the technique and structure of grantwriting into other fields as well. The class was informative.”
• “I was hooked from the first day of class. I had originally signed up for the one-day class, but I knew I needed to continue and learn as much as possible. Linda is a very well prepared instructor and was always ready to answer questions. She was straightforward and ready to share her experience.”
• “The course helped me to put into perspective the real work necessary in non-profit work. I’m happy I took this course and I am looking forward to applying what I learned from this point on.”
• “I would have liked the classes to not be spread out so far apart. The focus during the class time was intense and less Q&A would have helped speed along the course work during class. Specific organization-based questions should have been done after class. The instructor was enjoyable, engaging, and interactive.”
• “The last day of class was quite beneficial to our organization. New ideas were shared and this will help with our events in the future. The “Rolls Royce” proposal example was the key to understanding the grantwriting process.”
• “The A to Z Grantwriting Course was an awesome learning experience! The information that was given is valid and the instruction in how to use it is invaluable. Linda Vallejo’s teaching method is engaging, encouraging, and lively. Great class!”
• “I am very happy I’ve taken the A to Z Grantwriting Course. I have learned so much. I know feel I have the tools and valuable information I need to begin the process of grantwriting. Thank you so much.”
• “The A to Z Grantwriting Course was informative, thorough, strategic, and insightful.”
• “I came into the class as a writer with very little knowledge of the extensive lexicon of the non-profit work and the grantwriting process. Having completed the course I can safely say I have a strong knowledge base and grasp of the grantwriting process and feel confident to approach potential non-profit organizations seeking help with fundraising. Linda is a great teacher; personable, funny, and engaging. She makes learning what seems like a daunting subject fun and easy to comprehend.”
• “The A to Z Grantwriting Course has given me the tools and confidence to pursue grantwriting. I learned a lot and was inspired. Linda is an excellent teacher and mentor! Not only did I learn everything I will ever need to know about grantwriting, I learned a lot of things that will benefit my organization.” The A to Z Grantwriting Course is a fantastic and engaging learning experience. I recommend that you require students to fill out sample grants to become more confident and fluent in the grantwriting language and process.”
• “The A to Z Grantwriting Course was a great experience. I would recommend this course to anyone that is even thinking of grantwriting. I thank our instructor for the great presentation of this course. It was a great benefit to me as a student and to class members seeking our passion through grantwriting. I also thank LMU for making this class available.”
• “I love knowing that there is a formula to a grantwriting campaign! I was a mystery to me before I took this course but now I have a better understanding of how grantwriting fits into the development plan. Having the chronology and Research Information Sheet to use as tools for every application helps me feel confident I can tackle any proposal!”

A TO Z Grantwriting 101

• “Linda’s approach is unique, useful, and provides an accurate guideline to grantwriting. Just the one-day workshop can and will allow you to navigate the grantwriting process effortlessly. Kudos to a world class educator who knows her craft and can teach this skill successfully.”
• “I am completely satisfied that I came today. It was a great experience. The class makes me feel more confident on what I am doing and what I can do. Congratulations, Linda, you did a great job! Great teacher…keep it up!”
• “I am leaving this class with a better understanding about grantwriting. I would recommend this course to others. Linda has made a complex job, simpler.”