Do you need more work/life balance? Enjoy the pleasure of setting your own schedule while working with organizations who are changing the world. Nonprofits are reporting that it is extremely difficult to find a local freelance grantwriter who is accepting clients. More freelance grantwriters are urgently needed to serve the nonprofit community. Learn how to start a successful business as a Freelance Grantwriter and Consultant.

WHAT
Spark the Fire Grantwriting – The Business of Freelance Grantwriting Class
Monday, November 12, 8am to 12pm (Veteran’s Day)
Register at: sparkthefiregrantwriting.com/freelance

WHERE
The 2100 Building
2100 24^th Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98144

KEY INSIGHTS
• How to get a business license and what you need to know.
• Where to find clients and the most effective marketing tools.
• Learn to save time and save your clients unnecessary billable hours through organizational tools and strategies.
• Write contracts that work for you and your clients and set great expectations right from the start.
• Set up accounting systems that prepare you for tax season and keep your clients happy.
• How to grow your business and when raise your rates.
• Interview clients to make sure you get a good fit and start your relationship on the right track.
• Manage clients and transition smoothly into an organization as a freelancer.
• Put effective communication systems in place so your clients know what’s happening (without having to ask).
• When and how to be invisible versus visible to grantmakers.
• How to end a client contract, look out for warning signs, and what to do when there is conflict.
• How to transition from volunteer grantwriter to professional freelancer.

WHO SHOULD TAKE THIS CLASS
This class is perfect for grantwriters and nonprofit consultants with at least three years’ experience.

COST AND WHAT’S INCLUDED
Cost of the workshop is $115 per person and includes a comprehensive workbook, collection of digital templates, and access to an exclusive networking group for alumni for ongoing support.

INSTRUCTOR
Allison Shirk is an Approved Specialist in the Nonprofit Resource Directory, a vetted resource of nonprofit consultants recommended by their clients and peers. She has more than twenty years’ experience in fund development with a focus on grantwriting. She has trained over 5,000 individuals in the last five years and helped nonprofits raise millions of dollars to help make the world a better place.

MORE INFORMATION
Contact Allison Shirk
(206) 734-6521
Learn more and register at: www.sparkthefiregrantwriting.com/
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QUOTES ABOUT THE FREELANCE GRANTWRITING CLASS
“Allison is so organized, thorough, and encouraging. I left the class feeling confident I could start a freelance grantwriting business.”
“A safe a welcoming environment to learn and get insider tips. No question felt silly to too trivial!”
“Allison holds nothing back. If she knows of a resource that might help you, she is happy to share it. Her classes are a superb bargain, considering what one gets out of them. I highly recommend Allison’s classes for anyone wanting to know how to write grants or be a freelance grantwriter.”
“Allison’s success is inspiring and encouraging that freelance grantwriting is a viable career.”
“Great information presented today! It’s really awesome that you are willing to share your experience, wisdom, and guidance for those of us trying to get started. And thanks so much for sharing your templates!”

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