I'll coach you step-by-step for 12 months.  I'll make sure the skills you learn get woven into the fabric of your work!

"This past spring I took your Grant Writing Basics E-Course.   It has been absolutely invaluable to me. So far I have heard from 2 grantors that I recently submitted proposals to.  Both were funded!  Thank You!!!"   ~Student Comment

 

 

Gay Hendricks, Ph.D. Best-Selling Author Conscious Loving, Five Wishes & Conscious Golf

"Phil Johncock gives a fresh and vital new perspective on the art of writing grants and getting them funded.  … his ideas are well worth studying.  What I really like about his approach is his combination of the metaphysical aspects of manifestation with the essential technical aspects of grant writing."

 

In 2 years, one graduate received grants totally over $3 million.  Further, she said that the agency she worked for is now in an excellent position to sustain itself!

Two Benefits of Registering Now! With our one-of-a-kind intern system, you can earn more than the cost you pay for tuition!  Learn how to get grants without ever writing a word!  I’ll show you how.

REMINDER: Each year, over $300 billion is available in grants.   FACT: This amount goes up ... even in a recession.

 

Find grant funding in these areas:

annual campaigns, building/renovation, capital campaigns, conferences/seminars, curriculum development, donated products and equipment, donated land, emergency funds, matching gifts, scholarships, endowments, equipment, fellowships, operating support, grants to individuals, in-kind gifts, internship funds, land acquisition, matching/challenge support, professorships, system development, system evaluation, publications, research, seed money ... and more!

Ideal for Your Career Shift! A 59-year-old graduate stated that the system was "challenging" but the "most worthwhile" learning experience she had ever had!   She is handicapped and house-bound.  She started her own successful grant writing business at home!

 

How is the 12-Month Mentoring Program different from other grant writing, scholarship and fundraising seminars? 

1. GET PAID TO LEARN - If you're not already being paid to learn, we’ll show you how.  I’ll show you where and how to create a list of at least six nonprofit agencies that you might want to work for.  I’ll show you how to select the best agency to work for.  I’ll show you how to sell yourself to a nonprofit agency (a skill all grant writing and fundraising consultants must have).  I’ll even help you “close the deal” with a nonprofit agency. 

2. LEARN-AS-YOU-GO - Rather than being a weekend seminar that is primarily "lecture-based" … where you may or may not apply what you hear in a lecture … this is a hands-on system where you learn by doing.  You write actual proposals (or get someone to write for you) and critique successful proposals.  You get feedback all along the way through a variety of methods, such as “peer evaluations” and conducting “mock reviews.”  You are mentored by an experience grant writer while you learn "on-the-job."

3. YOU GET A MASTER TEACHER, NOT JUST A GRANT WRITER – Most grant writing courses are taught by grant writers, not trained educators.  Even with my tremendous grant writing success myself, my greatest thrill is teaching and mentoring students.  My genius shines when I'm mentoring people like you, in a system like this.  I've been in education for over 30 years!  I am most interested in YOUR learning, YOUR success!  I am proudest that we now have a proven system through which students generated much more than I ... over $1.2 billion ... in the first 2.5 years. 

4. LEARN FROM A DISTANCE - The system is designed to provide you maximum flexibility while strengthening communication. Not everyone is familiar or comfortable with MULTI-MEDIA LEARNING like TeleSeminars, E-Courses, online courses, downloadable audios, etc ... what is sometimes called "distance education."  Sharon started out barely using the Internet or e-mail.  She got interested, though, and "jumped right in."  Within 12 months, she not only learned about browsers and online resources for grant writers, but she wrote an E-Book from her experience.  She even went from making $15/hour to a whopping $100/hour.  I know because I hired her!  One way that 4Grants.Net is unique and stands apart from other professional development systems is that it is a PIONEER in online learning. We were amongst the first to be successful with Web classes … even before online classes were popular.  We've been at this since 1997.  We'll help you become comfortable with this form of learning, if you are not already.  If we can't help you directly, we'll brainstorm options with you. 

5. GET A TESTED CURRICULUM - Our curriculum has been approved and adopted by two colleges.  We designed and successfully launched the first national college certification system in grant writing in 2001.  Part of the curriculum is based on extensive research on what successful grant writing experts do that works.  The curriculum has been classroom-tested with over 400 college students and thousands more through books and seminars.  Grant writing and fundraising is 50% science, 50% art.  The 12-month Mentoring System teaches you both. 

6. THIS IS OUTCOMES-BASED LEARNING ... THAT SCREAMS "SUCCESS" - One way that 4Grants.Net is unique and stands apart from other professional development systems is that teaching and learning uses an "outcomes-based" model that eventually most funders will require for their applications.  For example, most funders require accountability and measurable outcomes of the systems they fund.  Each student keeps a "success log," whereby measuring his or her own "success rate" and "overall amount of money earned."  Second, students learn to write clear, measurable goals and outcomes for their own learning and funding performance.  For example, one outcome might be to "Increase my success rate by 20% within 12 months" or "Decrease time I waste by 10% by September 30."  In addition, students learn to short cuts to keep them organized and on target to reach their goals.  They self-evaluate performance periodically and adjust activities accordingly ... just like a grant-funded project would likely require. In this way, students mirror in their own learning what will be required in most grant applications and fundraising campaigns. 

7. GET REAL-TIME LEARNING ... THAT IS "TIMELY" – Recently, I spoke with a Senior Analyst who consults with nonprofits with large endowment campaigns.  I asked her what the main research questions are today that could be answered in doctoral research and if answered would have a huge impact in fundraising today.  Her first response was how everyone in fundraising is struggling with raising money over the Internet.  She said, “noone has figured this one out.”  Well, recently we have one success story … Barrack Obama’s huge fundraising successes online.  In the 12-month system, we’ll discuss how he got to be so successful. We may just get a chance to speak with someone from his staff.  These discussions represent "real-time learning" that is "timely" and "immediately relevant"!

 

"... much more user-friendly and practical than other grant writing classes I've taken.  It made the process much easier."   ~Student Comment

 

 

Here Are the More Frequently Asked

Questions (FAQ's) and Their Answers

 

Q. What if I don't have any grant writing or fundraising experience whatsoever?

 

A. We've designed this Mentoring System for even the most novice grant writer or fundraiser.  You do not need any previous grant writing or fundraising experience at all!  However, if you do have some experience, this Mentoring System will take you to the next level.

 

Q. What are the prerequisites to be considered for this system?

 

A. Good communication skills (speaking and writing), computer knowledge (Word and Excel preferred) and Internet (email and browsers), internet access, organized and professional.

 

Q. Who will be teaching the course?  Will I be learning from your assistants?

 

A. I will be personally delivering the E-Courses, teleconferences and mentoring.  I plan to invite and interview specialists who are experts in certain areas of grant writing and fundraising ... such as capital campaigns, online fundraising, etc. ... to share their secrets in monthly "expert" calls.  I plan to hire "resource" mentors with special areas of expertise who will also be available during internships.

 

Q. I have special needs and circumstances.  How will these be addressed?

 

A. Not a problem.  The entire system is interactive, flexible and adaptive.  That's also why I work with a small group.  You can ask questions on the weekly TeleConferences or on the Yahoo discussion group.  In these ways, other students can benefit from answers to your questions and in some cases add tips of their own.  You can also call and email me directly.

 

Q. What if I miss a class or session?

 

A. Don't worry.  We have you covered.  We record each session and make the recordings available to you to download and listen to when you're ready. 

 

Q. Who is paying for the cost of the TeleSeminar calls?

 

A. You will be provided with a long-distance number to call for each TeleSeminar.  Whatever your long distance carrier charges you for a call is the cost you will incur.  There are no hidden costs.

 

Q. Do grant writers and fundraisers get paid commissions?

 

A. Some do.  However, I don't.  Plus, I request that students not get paid commissions either ... at least during the 12-months they are in the Mentoring system.  I hope they don't after the system, also. But, that's beyond my control  I encourage them to join and adopt the code of ethics used by professional associations, such as the American Grant Writers' Association and Association of Fundraising Professionals.  These professional associations (and others) require members not to accept compensation or enter into contracts based on a percentage of contributions or of the grant.

 

Q. What is the internship system?

 

A. It takes place in the 3rd and 4th quarters, but we prepare you in the 1st and 2nd quarters.  Internships are designed to give you hands-on, one-the-job training.  You are required to complete three (3) 75-hour PAID internships with nonprofit agencies.  You can also integrate the internship process into a current job you have, if you like.  One internship is completed in the third quarter and two in the fourth quarter (see schedule below).  You can complete more than one in the third quarter, but one is the minimum.  You don't have to do the internship with another agency if you're salaried by a nonprofit agency that will allow you to put in 225 paid hours to work on grants and fundraising projects.  These 225 hours are very structured, though.  You have clearly defined learning objectives and performance outcomes.  You're supervised by me or another expert in your field of interest.  Each internship is 75-hours in length.  There is not other system that I know of like this.  You actually earn more than the cost of tuition!  Interns may receive additional pay per hour, based on at least 7 success grants.

 

Q. I'm not a great writer.  And, I don't really like writing grants.  Is there a way that I can still enroll and learn how to get grants ... even if I don't write them myself?

 

A. Absolutely!  In the 12-month system, we explore "writing" for those people interested in doing the writing themselves.  The training is also helpful for administrators who never plan to write anything themselves but want to understand the process and learn how to work with people who can do the writing for them.  Also, we'll explore inexpensive options such as hiring interns from within the system; this allows an agency to also get an experienced grant writer to mentor the intern. 

 

Moreover, since the system is customized to your skills and interests, if you're not interested in writing but interested rather in some other area (like fundraising events, online fundraising, or capital campaigns), this becomes the focus of your Individualized Learning Plan.  But, before you sign up, I would suggest that you schedule a consultation with me to make sure this is a "good fit" for you.

 

There are other options, too. I'm a firm believer in you doing what you most love and what I call your "unique talents" or genius.  Then, get good at "delegating" or "outsourcing" the things you don't want to do ... to someone who loves and is a genius at that thing. In this way, you free up your time to do what you love, using your unique talents.

 

Q. What skills can I expect to leave this program having?

 

A. Well, the first part of my answer starts with you and some questions.  What are your career goals?  What are your organizational goals?  Ask yourself, "What would I like to most get out of this 12-month system?"  How much do you want to learn?  What areas are you most interested in?  A lot depends on your inner motivation and depth of your passion and goals.  I expect you to "step up to the plate" (to use a baseball metaphor) and dream BIG.  From the very start, I plan to ask you to join me in setting measurable goals and learning objectives for yourself to realize your dreams.  We look at specific ways to measure our success.  In other words, how will I know when I've successfully reached and even surpassed my goal? 

 

The second part of my answer starts with my experience around the technical skills you will learn.  You can expect to become proficient in managing the grant writing process for yourself and including others.  You will know where to find funders and how they can find you.  Expect to learn how to use templates to make writing easier while saving time.  You will learn the most widely-used grant writing format in the world to planning and longer grants.  As well, you will learn a 1-2 page template that we've found most successful for short proposals to foundations and corporations. You can expect to write at least six "real" proposals and one "mock" one.  You can expect to receive valuable feedback and wisdom about grants and fundraising from the experts, funders and other students.  You will learn how to ask for feedback in ways that give you what you need and help you attain greater success.  Expect to be invited to develop your own unique talents and share them.  Don't just sit on the sidelines.  I expect you to "get in the game."  For more specific grant-writing and fundraising skills, see the topics covered in each quarter (below).

 

Q. You said the system is guaranteed.  How does that work?

 

A. The 12-Month Mentoring System is guaranteed.  It is simple and has no gimmicks.  Here’s the Mentoring System 100% guarantee.  Take the Mentoring system.  If at any time during the first 3 months of the 12-month system, you feel that you haven’t gotten all of the value that I’ve described and more, just send me a letter asking for your money back, and I’ll refund 100% of your investment.  No questions asked.  There is no risk.

 

Q. What's the schedule for the 12-month program?

 

A. The 12-month Mentoring Program uses a quarter system (see below).  Foundation courses are introduced in the first quarter.  In the second quarter, the focus is on preparing for internships and applying skills learned in the first quarter.  The first internship is the primary focus of the third quarter, along with refining skills and maximizing time on task.  Two more internships make up the fourth quarter.  Overall, most students will expect to complete a minimum of 6 "actual" proposals by the end of the fourth quarter. 

 

Q. How much time should I anticipate spending per week on this system?

 

A. Each quarter is slightly different.  In the first quarter, you can expect to spend up to 5 hours a week on assignments and teleconferences.  A typical week might consist of a 1-hour teleconference with me, along with 2 hours of theory and background reading/audios plus 2 hours of application activities. 

 

During the second quarter, expect to spend approximately 30-40 hours overall (or 3 hours a week).  There will be schedule monthly teleconferences.  However, the remainder of the time can be scheduled within your summer activities.  (I want to give you a break!)  Gradually, we move into less-structured time and more individual accountability for keeping and sticking to your own schedules.  Time sheets are required, though, to document your work. 

 

In the third quarter, you will spend 75 "paid" hours in your internship #1 plus some additional hours in monthly teleconferences and special TeleSeminars "with experts." 

 

In quarter #4, plan to spend 150 hours in your internships #2 and #3 plus additional teleconferences.  You should plan on spending approximately 10 hours of "paid work" into grant writing and fundraising projects.  What's nice is that you can put the hours in "whenever your want," as long as you fulfill your professional responsibilities.  If you like, you can start internship #2 sooner and lighten your load in quarter #4.  There is some flexibility in our schedule.  I am willing to work with you around special personal, family, work or other situations.  It is important to let me know these as soon as possible, so I can support you in being successful in all your endeavors.

 

Q. What are the FREE BONUSES?  When do I receive them?

 

A. Great question.  The FREE BONUSES are included to add value beyond the system itself.  Some of the bonuses include books and materials included in our E-Courses.  Some are unique but also related to this system.  Bonuses will be given to you at various times throughout the 12 months.  I decided against giving everything to you up front, which can be a bit overwhelming.  Instead, I plan to spread giving them them out over the 12 months.  It's like getting birthday gifts for 12 months!

 

 

QUARTER SYSTEM 12-Month Mentoring Program Scholarships, Grants, Fundraising, Awards & Charities   October, November, December Theme: BUILD A FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS - Coursework   Estimated Time to Complete Studies: 5 hours per week   Focus: Writing clear, measurable objectives; team-building; the most widely used grant writing format in the world; a template for 1-2 page proposals; skill analysis; self-improvement strategies; individualized learning plans; goal setting; requirements; support systems; online courses begin (Grant Writing Basics & Locating Funders)   January, February, March Theme: PREPARE FOR SUCCESS   Estimated Time to Complete Studies: 1-5 hours per week (Monthly meetings rather than weekly.  Flexible schedule to include breaks for summer, but keeping the momentum going from the First Quarter)   Focus: Needs assessments, research funders, conduct interviews with funders and experts in grant writing and fundraising, review resources, getting started with individual and group legacies, prepare for intern positions, refining skills, consulting skills, time management, legacies   April, May, June Theme: SUCCESS ON-THE-JOB (Internship #1)   Estimated Time to Complete Studies: 7-10 hours per week (at least 6 hours are paid ones) - Schedules built around Internship (75 hours total, put in hours on your own)   Focus: "Mock" pre-proposal contacts, Internship (to be completed by end of December), monthly TeleSeminars with experts (topics TBA), monthly TeleConferences, peer editing, review successful proposals in your field, peer “mock reviews,” refining skills, strategic plans, legacies   July, August, September Theme: SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION & CELEBRATION (Internships #2 & 3)   Estimated Time to Complete Studies: 7-10 hours per week (at least 6 hours are paid ones) - Schedules built around Internships (75 hours total x 2 internships = 150 hours, put in hours on your own)   Focus: Internships (to be completed by end of March), monthly TeleSeminars with experts, monthly TeleConferences, peer editing, peer “mock reviews”, group legacy presentations, personal legacy presentations

 

 

"I loved using e-mail to complete ... the course work."   ~Student in eCourse

 

 

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BOOKS ($35.00 Value ... includes shipping)   DREAM-MAKING to BILLIONS: Grant Writing Tips from the Experts Book "Finally, there is an author who gives us the tools to see the grant writing process through both sides of our brain.  Dream-Making to Billions: Grant Writing Tips from the Experts by Philip Duane Johncock is the most enjoyable books on grant writing tips that I have read."           ~ Charity Channel Review (July 2004) System Planning & Proposal Writing Booklet by Norton Kiritz Includes "the most widely used grant writing format in the world."

E-BOOKS  & Resources ($40.00 Value) How to Find Grants Online Includes helpful information about WebCrawlers and Search Engines; four primary funder types: foundations, corporations, governments, and individuals; grants for education, research, arts and culture, environment, individuals and more.  Includes information on fundraising online, as well as professional associations, nonprofit management, list-serv's and discussion groups. Grant Proposal Samples The 1st edition includes over a dozen actual "winning" proposals approved by the E.L. Cord Foundation,  E.L. Wiegand Foundation, Newman’s Own, Gannet Foundation, and others!  Perfect to give you an idea about "what works"!  Plus, receive instructions for "how to get more" funded proposals on your own and "how to use them" to improve your proposals. Think & Grow Rich Includes: A) How to make your ideas make money. B) The "Mastermind" principle. C) 5 sure ways to deepen your self-confidence. D) How to handle criticism and turn off your fears.  Receive a unique E-Book version of the one of the most successful "prosperity" books of all time.  Written by Napoleon Hill. Money Secrets Money Secrets unveils 9 tools to make money and handle finances. Packed full of expert advice, Money Secrets includes "51 Ways to Save Hundreds on Loans & Credit Cards," "66 Ways to Save Money," "Building Financial Freedom" plus six timely money-saving secrets ... all funded by government grants.

 

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Audio Courses  ($40.00 Value) Dream-Making to Billions Includes a 45-minute entertaining seminar with Mark Victor Hansen, co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul® book series and Philip Duane Johncock. Introduces the four steps of Dream-Making: 1) Develop your idea, 2) Research Funders, 3) Customize your proposal, and 4) Respond to the decision.  Jam-packed with stories and tips to guide you in making your dreams come true.  Where to find Money to Attend Any Class, Seminar or Conference Includes the top 9 places to find money to attend ANY class, seminar or conference you most want.  Hear about 7 ways to get clear on the passion behind what you want, 5 tips to ask and sell yourself, 3 ways to create win-win's with the people who with money, and 1 secret that only the experts know that you don't.  It's filled with stories to illustrate key concepts.

Video Courses  ($40.00 Value) Increasing Your Success Rate Includes how to customize your proposals, including the psychology of fonts and practical tips to make your proposals stand out.  Learn how to increase your chances that your proposals will be funded.  Locating Funders Includes how to use linear and nonlinear ways to attract funding sources.  Learn about how to match your idea with a funders.  Learn about the four primary funder types: corporations, foundations, government and individual.  Learn how to conduct a pre-proposal contact to increase your chances of being funded.

 

Unique Courses (1/2 off each course ... a $250.00 Value) Genius Course Online Includes 13 lessons, BodyMind Harmonizing™ activities, journal practices and challenges designed to help you discover and express your "unique talents."  To view a sample lesson, click here.  Get 1/2 off! Genius TeleSeminar Series Includes Power of Living Genius (2nd Edition) and Companion Journal E-Books, plus bi-weekly TeleSeminars for 6 months. To see more, click here.  Get 1/2 off.

 

Consultation($250.00 Value) Donated on your behalf You select the nonprofit.  4Grants.Net provides them with a self-assessment, 1-hour customized consultation by phone and 1-page summary of specific recommendations to increase funding. You get to listen in, too!

 

Genius Leadership Audio Series (Value $40) A 4-part audio series focusing on the key qualities of unique "genius" leadership. Includes audio courses in 1) integrity, 2) relationships, 3) feedback and 4) loop of awareness (a new skills), as well as a leadership newsletter.

Six Interviews with Experts & Funders ($180.00 Value) Phil will interview by teleconference at least one top grant writer and one top fundraiser expert, as well as one representative from each of the four funder types.  You will have the opportunity to listen in on the interviews, ask questions, and download recordings of the interviews.

 

 

Vacation (Value $200) When you complete the 12-month Mentoring your system, here is a 3-day, 2-night vacation package to begin your celebration! Stay in a world-class facility for 3 days and two nights at many hot destination spots throughout the world.

How Much Does My 12-Month Mentoring Program Cost?

 

Answer: not much compared with life-long benefits of becoming a "WINNING Grant, Scholarship and Fundraising Entrepreneur."

 

If you're wondering, "What's the price of your mentoring program?" I'm glad you asked.  That's one of the best parts of what we offer.

 

Becoming a successful grant writer and fundraiser might be well worth $100,000 ... $500,000 ... even $1 million or more to you over your lifetime. 

 

In short, becoming a successful grant writer and fundraiser can catapult your career to a whole new level.

 

For that reason, I thought seriously about charging at least $10,000 for our program.  In fact, last year I paid more than $22,000/year in tuition and travel for an online career system.  The Mentoring Program is much more practical and immediately relevant.  $10,000 would be a fair price, but we don't just want to work with rich people.  Sure, I want to make money, but I really want to help the average person and nonprofit on a tight budget.  I remember what it was like when I wrote my first grant in 1988.

 

By teaching a lot of information via TeleSeminars and electronically, I'm able to maximize our productivity and bring the cost down considerably.

 

 

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The regular "low" price for this unique Mentoring Program in scholarships, grant writing, awards, fundraising and charities is $3,350 for 12 months.  If you enroll TODAY, your investment will be ONLY $2,950.

 

Put down your deposit TODAY.  You'll save $400 PLUS get $1,075 in FREE Bonus Gifts.  NOTE: This offer is good only through ... WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 ... AND while seats are still available.

  

As an agent of a nonprofit agency, you may have access to professional development or training funds set aside for yourself and your staff.  This 12-month Mentoring system will be one of the wisest investments you and your agency will ever make.  Invest money in making money!  Your return on investment will be extremely high.

 

 

Your Tuition Is a Bargain for Two Primary Reasons:

1. You're Guaranteed to Become a Successful Grant Writer and/or Fundraiser!