Nonprofit Grantwriting
Free resources for learning how to write effective grants.
List maintained by librarians at The Seattle Public Library. Last updated August 2025.
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Proposal writing - Candid Learning
Self-paced online training on grant proposal writing.
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Grant and Proposal Writing - Candid eBook Library
Browse, borrow, and enjoy titles from the Candid digital collection. Get a free Candid library card by clicking on "Sign in" then "User ID help." Candid's collection includes books about nonprofits, philanthropy, social justice, and more. This link will take you straight to the collection of eBooks about grants and proposal writing.
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NonprofitReady.org
Free online courses and training on how to write grant proposals from experts in nonprofit grant writing.
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Grant Writing
"Browning gives you everything you need to get started with your grant application. She helps you move through the grant-writing process and apply for some of the billions of dollars available from public and private sector sources. From creating a strategic plan to using online databased and applying for e-grants, you'll learn new ways to get the funding you need." Also available in eBook format.
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The Only Grant-writing Book You'll Ever Need
A comprehensive, step-by-step guide for grant seekers. Demystifies the process of securing grants while offering indispensable advice from funders and recipients.
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Grantsmanship for the Genius
Goodwin Deacon, a master grantwriter, and Ken Ristine, a senior program officer with decades of experience, have teamed up to take us into the mind of the grantmaker and provide a step-by-step guide to crafting a proposal that is simply irresistible. Local author / grantwriter!
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Getting Funded
Guides you step-by-step through the grant seeking process, so you can succeed in today's highly competitive funding environment. Local author / grantwriter!
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Availability: All copies in use
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Communities Rise
A joint venture between Communities Rise and the Puget Sound Grantwriters Association (PSGA) brings free grant writing clinics to qualifying nonprofits.
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Puget Sound Grantwriters Association
The Puget Sound Grantwriters Association promotes responsible, effective grantseeking and fosters connections among grantseekers, non-profits, and funders.
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Certificate in Grantwriting - Seattle Colleges Continuing Education
Gain the knowledge to become a successful grant writer, whether you're a program manager, fund developer, the head of an organization, or community advocate. Learn a series of essential skills, from project design to development and persuasive writing, and gain practical experience.
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