The Art of Using AI for Grant-Writing

Event description

Writing a winning grant-proposal for your nonprofit organization just got easier! Dive into the innovative world of grant-writing by harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Whether you’re a novice curious about AI or looking to refine your grant-writing strategy, consider this workshop as your gateway to incorporating cutting-edge technology into your funding strategy. During this workshop, we’ll cover everything from writing your organizational background through developing your budget using AI. 

What You Will Learn:

• How AI can be an asset in grant-writing.
• Where to find AI Tools that can aid in research, writing, and editing grant proposals.
• How AI can help you align closely with grant-makers’ priorities.
• Strategies for maintaining a human touch in AI-assisted proposals.
• Real-World Application: View a live demonstration of your steps to developing a complete grant proposal using AI.
• Understand AI pros, cons, and ethical considerations.

This is an entry level workshop suitable for nonprofit professionals and grant writers who want to develop or enhance nonprofit grant proposals using AI.

About the Presenter: Cheryl Smith is the CEO of Dewlyn Nonprofit Services, a Metro Atlanta based consulting firm, where she helps U.S. nonprofit organizations build sustainability through training, coaching, and grant-writing. Cheryl is also the author of the book, “21 Ways to Fund a Nonprofit;” she’s a member of the American Grant Writers' Association; and she is a nonprofit trainer for SCORE chapters, as well as a guest speaker for many public, private, and Faith-Based Organizations. In 2020, Cheryl launched the Community Heroes Program to work specifically with small nonprofit organizations in need of board development and funding. As a champion for the nonprofit community, Cheryl supports more than 3,000 nonprofit leaders each year, and she has successfully secured millions of dollars in government and private foundation grants for organizations that she has aligned with. Broadly, Cheryl’s specialty is building capacity in people and organizations, and helping them to reach their highest and best potential.

SCORE would like to thank the following businesses for their sponsorship of the 2024 SF Small Businesses Gala: Platinum level The Bank of San Francisco; Silver level Umpqua Bank; and Bronze level Capital Access, Fremont Bank, and TMC Financing.