Grant writing 101

Created especially for Catholic missionaries!

This course, designed specifically to meet the needs of you, the Catholic missionary, is an investment in yourself, your projects, and your ministry. Read on to learn more about GW 101 and what you stand to gain by enrolling!

Expected Course Outcome:

After completing Grant Writing 101, you will be able to successfully navigate each part of the grant writing process including pre-analysis, research, writing and reporting so you can confidently compose and submit a grant proposal.

In This Course You Will Learn:

  • The Funding Lifecycle

    What you must do before, during, and after obtaining a grant to ensure funding success.

  • Researching & Targeting

    How to research and target foundations that best match your project funding needs.

  • Step by Step Process

    Our 11-step process for composing a winning project proposal.

Want to Know More? Watch this brief video for further details about this course.

About this Course

Learn impactful grant writing strategies, tips and tools for project fundraising in 2024 and beyond!

  • $99.00. Catholic sisters can apply to obtain the course for FREE in 2024! Register at the link at the bottom of this page!

  • On-Demand – learn at your own pace and at a time that is convenient to you. Access to the course is provided for 120 days as of your date of enrollment.

  • Perfect for those new to grant writing and beginning-intermediate grant writers looking to hone their skills and increase their success!

  • 8 Modules of 30-40 minutes each including video content, narrated slides, learning checks, downloadable materials and optional exercises which allow participants to practice and refine the concepts being taught.

  • Real world experience and examples to enrich content will be shared throughout the course.

  • Available in English, Spanish and French!

Meet Your Instructor

Instructor Bio:

Arthur Pingolt, Executive Director of Mission Project Service has over 35 years of experience in fundraising/financial development and public market investment banking.  He has provided grant and private donor expertise for the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, Christian Brothers, and the Society of Jesus. Pingolt was a capital campaign consultant for Campaign Consultants of America, USA.

In addition to a BA, from Creighton University and Juris Doctor, William Mitchell College of Law, PIngolt studied Ignatian Spirituality for two years at Jesuit College, Creighton University.  He lives with his wife Jennifer in Charleston, South Carolina.

Arthur Pingolt

Course Instructor

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome/Introduction

    2. How to Navigate

    3. MPS GW 101 Chapter 1

    4. Test Your Learning - Chapter 1 Quiz

    5. Pre-Homework Survey

    1. Chapter 2 Introduction

    2. MPS GW 101 Chapter 2: Before Writing a Grant - What is Needed To Succeed? Name a Grant Director, Key Terms & Processes, Defining Project Needs

    3. Download: Optional Homework Assignment A

    4. Downloads: Grant Writing Glossary, Job Description of a Grant Writer, Defining Your Project Needs, GW 101 Preliminary Grant Writing Checklist, Sample Application Request

    5. Test Your Learning - Chapter 2 Quiz

    1. Chapter 3 Introduction

    2. MPS GW 101 Chapter 3: Components 1-6 of a Grant Proposal: Cover Letter, Title Page, Introduction, Problem Statement, Objectives, Methods

    3. Download: Samples of Components 1-6 Used in Slide Show

    4. Download: Optional Homework Assignment B

    5. Test Your Learning - Chapter 3 Quiz

    1. Chapter 4 Introduction

    2. MPS GW 101 Chapter 4: Components 7-11 of Grant Proposal: Budget, Sustainability & Future Funding, Summary, Evaluation, Appendix , Chapter 4 Part 2 - MEL

    3. Download: Optional Homework Assignment C

    4. Downloads: Samples of Components 7-11 Used in Slide Show & Grant Writing Checklist

    5. Test Your Learning - Chapter 4 Quiz

    1. Chapter 5 Introduction

    2. MPS GW 101 Chapter 5: NSMO & Review of "Basic" and "Complex" Grant Applications

    3. Download: Optional Homework Assignment D

    4. Downloads: "Basic" and "Complex" Grant Application Used in Slide Show

    5. Test Your Learning - Chapter 5 Quiz

    1. Chapter 6 Introduction

    2. MPS GW 101 Chapter 6: Grant Research, Finding & Prioritizing Funders

    3. How to Use the MPS Funding Guide to Find Funders for Your Projects

    4. Download: Optional Homework Assignment E

    5. Downloads: Pre-Research Questionnaire, Selection Criteria & Index Glossary, Grant Tracking Template

    6. Test Your Learning - Chapter 6 Quiz

About this course

  • 39 lessons
  • 4.5 hours of video content
  • Delivered in English, Spanish and French!
  • Over 30 downloadable documents included
  • $99, FREE for Catholic sisters in 2024 (link to register appears at the bottom of the page)

Free for Catholic Sisters in 2024!

Due to a generous grant from the Hilton Fund For Sisters, Catholic sisters may enroll in GW 101 for FREE in 2024.
Pre-register HERE

FAQ's About Grant Writing 101

  • IS GRANT WRITING 101 FOR CATHOLIC MISSIONARIES?

    Yes! In fact, GW101 was created especially for missionaries and for their missionary projects. All of the funders we list provide support for projects in missionary countries.

  • IS GW101 MORE THEORY OR PRACTICE?

    Both, but with more emphasis on practical application. By the end of GW101, you will have written and/or reviewed several examples of each component of a generic grant application.

  • WHAT WILL I LEARN IF I TAKE THE GW101 COURSE?

    You will acquire all the basic knowledge about writing a successful grant proposal and how to find research and find funders that support projects like yours.

  • I HAVE NEVER WRITTEN A GRANT PROPOSAL BEFORE. IS GW101 TOO ADVANCED FOR ME?

    No! In fact, it is designed for people who are entirely unfamiliar with the Catholic grant writing world. Each participant must put in the time, but you absolutely have the ability to learn a great deal in this course.

  • MY SCHEDULE AS A MISSIONARY IS VERY IRREGULAR. IS THAT A PROBLEM IN TAKING GW101?

    Not at all. We designed the course so that you can stop and start and complete chapters at your own pace. However, the course software keeps track of your completion progress, so you can skip any of the chapters! 😊

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