Series: The Main Street America Institute is excited to offer a special Intro to Grant Writing webinar series! In partnership with Grant Ready Kentucky, this four-session virtual webinar series covers every stage of the grant-seeking process — from assessing your grant readiness and building strong partnerships to crafting compelling proposals and creating actionable project plans. Led by expert instructor and grant writing professional Melissa Sesco Vermillion, GPC, MBA, each session is packed with practical tips, real-world examples, and interactive learning to boost your confidence and skills. Whether you’re new to grant writing or seeking to sharpen your expertise, you’ll gain the tools and insights needed to secure funding and drive your mission forward. Join us and turn your grant-writing goals into funded realities!
Session 2: Designed for those new to grant writing and partnership development, this session breaks down the essentials of building strong collaborations for successful grant applications. Learn practical strategies for finding the right partners, fostering mutual trust, and navigating financial and project roles with confidence. Whether you’re in the non-profit, public, or private sector, you’ll walk away with actionable tips to broaden your impact and boost your grant-seeking success!
Instructor: Melissa Sesco Vermillion has extensive experience with state and federal grant writing as well as a particular interest in assisting rural nonprofits and communities achieve their goals. She has successfully written grant applications securing over $50 million in grant funding from public and private funders, and serves as Chief Strategy Officer at Grant Ready Kentucky.