Contents :Introduction: the call for grant seeking strategies -- Part 1: Laying the groundwork -- Foster internal relationships -- Develop community image -- Design stellar programs -- Unite and do good -- Part 2: Creating the request --Organize the grants function -- Know thy funder -- Craft winning proposals -- Part 3: While the jury?s out -- Produce fabulous site visits -- Part 4: After the grant award -- Steward funds with integrity -- Make friend with funders.