This 2-day workshop via Zoom is perfect for healthcare providers eager to advance research, patient care initiatives, or community projects through grant funding, while maintaining a profitable business.
About
Health professionals running for-profit organizations face unique challenges when seeking grant funding, including creating grant-readiness documents, meeting eligibility criteria, and managing limited time. In this 2-day hands-on live training via Zoom, you will decode the grant writing process and unlock the secrets to successfully winning grants for free or low-cost health education, outreach, and prevention services. We will also cover grants for patients’ basic needs that affect health, such as caregiver support, housing, transportation, and food.
This training is designed for for-profit organizations new to grant writing or exploring the possibilities. Attendees will learn the fundamentals of writing winning grant proposals, including using AI to generate prompts and accelerate the process, identifying funders, and building compelling cases for support.
Objectives
Unlock Insider Insights
Discover exactly what grant funders expect from for-profit organizations.
Prepare for Grant Writing
Successful grant applications start with documentation. We will help you determine whether you are ready for grants and, if not, next steps.
Write Winning Proposals
Master clear, compelling storytelling to showcase your organization’s impact and secure your first grant.
Access Ready-to-Use Tools
Walk away with proven templates and checklists that make grant writing faster and easier.
Connect With Peers
Build valuable relationships with other for-profit health providers and share effective strategies.
Boost Your Success Rate
Strengthen your skills and confidence to win more grants and expand your organization’s impact.
Leverage AI Tools for Grant Writing
Participants will use artificial intelligence tools to streamline the grant-writing process, including researching funding opportunities, generating proposal content, and editing narratives for clarity and impact.
Who Should Attend
Consider this training if you work within a for-profit organization that provides fee-for-service primary care, specialty care, chronic disease management, dentistry, or nutrition services, and you also want to provide free patient services or education programs. You will find this training to be a great source of information and practice.
What You’ll Learn
The workshop shows you exactly what health services grant funders are looking for, so you can write proposals that stand out. You'll get tips on clearly telling your organization’s story and explaining why your free or reduced-cost health programs matter to patients. You’ll learn about new trends and ideas in healthcare funding that can strengthen your proposals.
Why You Want to Learn It
Getting grants as a for-profit organization takes strategy and preparation. The workshop will equip participants with templates, checklists, and resources tailored to health services grants, making the grant writing process more efficient and effective.
How will it help you?
The workshop is an opportunity to connect and share ideas with other healthcare professionals. You’ll receive easy-to-use templates and checklists to make writing grants easier and faster. By attending this workshop, health providers can strengthen their ability to secure funding, grow their service lines, and ultimately make a greater impact on their community's public health needs. With new skills and knowledge, you’ll feel more confident and have a better chance of getting funding for your programs.
Grant Writers for Health Training Methodology
Our training methodology empowers participants to excel by blending essential theory with practical, hands-on experience. Engaging sessions featuring interactive lectures, collaborative exercises, and real-world problem-solving ensure every learner is actively involved. Ongoing feedback and personalized support drive measurable progress and real results. Led by expert trainers, our approach guarantees not just knowledge, but the confidence and skills needed to succeed and make an immediate impact.
Tentative Agenda
Day 1
Grant Readiness for Lean Teams
Finding Mission-Aligned Corporate and Foundation Grant Funders
Go/No Go Framework for Deciding Which Grants Are Right for You
AI Prompts to speed up Grant Research
Planning Your Grant Project with Logic Models
Understanding the Sections of a Grant Application
Day 2
How to Write a Compelling Letter of Intent
Understanding Grant Budgets
Simple Techniques for Evaluation
Using AI and Other Tools to Improve Grant Writing
What You’ll Experience in the Workshop
• Receive a Certificate of Completion upon finishing
• Participate in hands-on activities and in-class practice
• Get access to free grant writing resources and templates
• Engage in interactive games, polls, and quizzes
• Access workshop recordings for up to 3 months
• Benefit from 10 hours of focused training
• Learn proven tips and strategies from an experienced grant writer
• Enjoy sessions designed for both beginners and seasoned professionals
• Build skills relevant to nonprofit staff, grant writers, and fundraisers at all levels
Time and Date
September 22, 2026, and September 23, 2026
10 AM- 4:30 PM EST Daily
Cost: $750 before 5/31/2026 and $900 after
About Your Trainer
Dondra Ward Uzoka, CEO of Grant Writers for Health, is a nationally recognized leader in grant writing and nonprofit strategy. With a proven record of securing over $114.535 million in grants in just 8 years, Dondra has transformed the funding landscape for countless organizations. Her expertise extends to evaluating more than $285 million in grants and contracts for 10 government programs spanning health, education, agriculture, and the environment.
As a dedicated grant trainer and mentor, Dondra has empowered nonprofits of all sizes to develop winning proposals through dynamic workshops, national and regional conferences, and tailored corporate trainings. She holds the esteemed Grant Professional Certified credential and served two years as President of the DC Metro Chapter of the Grant Professionals Association.
Dondra’s impact and insights have been featured at high-profile events such as:
- Maryland Governors Grant Conference
- Grant Professionals Association Grant Summit
- Iron Sharpening Iron Princeton Theological
- AFP LEAD
- College of Southern Maryland Nonprofit Institute Annual Conference
- Sickle Cell Consortium
Passionate about building capacity and driving change, Dondra is committed to helping organizations turn vision into impact.
FAQ
In-Person Workshop
The location of the in-person workshop will be provided with your registration.
In-Person Parking
Free parking is available on-site for in-person training.
Refreshments
In-person workshops provide a light breakfast and lunch as part of your registration.
Weather Related Cancellations
Closures and delays will follow the Prince George's County School District weather policy. In the event of a weather-related delay or closure, the training may be switched to a virtual format or rescheduled for a later date. Participants will be offered a full refund if they are unable to attend the new training date.
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Travel
We recommend that participants traveling from outside the region and staying at hotel accommodations purchase travel insurance.
What is a virtual workshop?
A virtual workshop is an interactive training or learning session conducted online, allowing participants to join from any location.
How do I join the workshop?
You will receive a link via email prior to the event. Click the link at the scheduled time to join using your computer or mobile device.
What technology do I need?
A computer or mobile device with internet access, speakers or headphones, and a microphone and webcam.
Do I need to install any software?
Our workshops use Zoom; you may need to download the relevant app. Instructions will be provided in advance.
Will the workshop be recorded?
Yes. The workshop recording will be available for 90 days after the workshop.
Can I ask questions during the workshop?
Yes! We encourage participation. Use the chat or Q&A features, or unmute yourself when allowed.
What if I have technical difficulties?
Contact the provided support email or use the chat function for assistance during the session.
What is the cancellation policy for the workshop?
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to the event organizer at least 10 days before the event for a full refund. After this time, refunds will not be allowed, the registration may be transferred to another person or postponed to a future workshop of the same amount.
How do I request a refund?
Refund requests should be made in accordance with the policy provided at registration and sent to info@grantwritersforhealth.com. Refund eligibility and processing times may vary depending on when the request is submitted.
What happens in case of force majeure (e.g., illness, natural disaster, technical failures)?
If the workshop cannot proceed due to circumstances beyond our control, we will notify all participants promptly and provide options such as rescheduling, credit, or refund where applicable.
Can the workshop bea postponed?
Yes. If the workshop is postponed, you will be notified as soon as possible with the new date and time. Your registration will automatically transfer to the rescheduled session unless you request otherwise.