Grant Writing for the DOJ” is a comprehensive 2-day intensive workshop designed to equip you with the essential tools and strategies to jumpstart or enhance your federal and pass-through grant applications to the Department of Justice.
About
In the 10-hour workshop, you will
Explore the grant-giving offices in the Department of Justice, and why they give
Learn about the Department of Justice's 2-step grant application process.
Master the sign-up process for Grants.gov and JustGrants
Translate your programs into DOJ “grant-speak” with our “Super Simple” Logic Model focused on crime reduction and safety.
Search for federal and state DOJ grant opportunities using forecasting.
Use our “Go/No Go” Method to find at least 3 grants that are right for you.
Learn our “They Say, You Say” Method of scoring perfectly on the grant sections.
Find the data that supports your program’s “Theory of Change.”
Create a "Game Plan" for meeting the deadlines (remember there are two!).
Come to class with your previously submitted applications and we can work on them together!
By the end of the workshop, attendees will master the fundamentals of crafting winning grant proposals to the Department of Justice. This includes leveraging AI to generate prompts and streamline the application process, identifying key data sources, and building compelling cases for support. As a bonus, we will review a section of your grant application (Needs or Experience) and offer tips to improve it.
Objectives
Unlock Insider Insights
Discover exactly what the Department of Justice expects from non-profit and government organizations.
Write Winning Proposals
Master the art of clear, compelling storytelling to highlight your organization’s impact on crime reduction and increase your chances of securing your first DOJ grant.
Access Ready-to-Use Tools
Walk away with proven templates and checklists that make DOJ and JustGrants grant writing faster and easier.
Prepare for Grant Writing
Successful grant applications begin with proper documentation. We will help you assess your readiness for DOJ grants and outline the next steps if you need additional preparation.
Connect With Peers
Build valuable relationships with other restorative justice, crime reduction, and survivor services providers and share effective strategies.
Leverage AI Tools for Grant Writing
Learn how to use artificial intelligence tools to streamline the grant-writing process—from researching funding opportunities to generating proposal content and refining narratives for maximum clarity and impact.
Boost Your Success Rate
Strengthen your skills and confidence to win more grants and expand your organization’s impact.
Who Should Attend
This training benefits both new and experienced grant writers seeking funding from their state's Department of Justice or directly from the federal government. This training is perfect for organizations focused on restorative justice, whole-person Reentry, Diversion, or Alternative Sentencing, public defenders, legal advocacy, and officials from community safety (such as Legal, Parole, Probation, and Detention)
What You’ll Learn
The workshop reveals exactly what the DOJ seeks in community support programs, helping you craft proposals that truly stand out. You'll gain insights on articulating your organization’s story, demonstrating the value of your programs to the community, and incorporating emerging trends in grant funding to strengthen your proposals.
Why You Want to Learn It
Securing DOJ grants for the first time requires both strategy and thorough preparation. This workshop provides participants with proven templates, practical checklists, and valuable resources to simplify and strengthen the grant-writing process.
How will it help you?
This workshop provides a unique opportunity to connect and exchange ideas with fellow professionals. Equipped with new skills and knowledge, you will feel more confident and significantly improve your chances of securing 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
DOJ Grant Readiness for Lean Teams
Dept of Justice Grant Giving Programs
Preparing for your Required Registrations
Big Picture Program Design with “Super Simple” Logic Models
Go/No Go Framework for Deciding Which Grants Are Right for You
Planning 3 to 5-year Grant Budgets
Day 2
Understanding the 4 Key Sections of a DOJ Grant Application
Templates for All the Attachments
The Submission Process
Writing to Meet the Deadline
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 materials for up to 3 months
• Benefit from 10 hours of focused training
• Learn proven tips and strategies from an experienced grant writer
• Build skills relevant to nonprofit staff, grant writers, and fundraisers at all levels
Time and Date
TBD
10 AM- 5:00 PM EST
Cost: $897 Early Bird and $1072 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.
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