Grant Training & AI-Enabled Capacity Building for Canadian Nonprofits
A Grant Training To Become More Efficient, Strategic, And AI-Savvy
You won’t just learn how to write stronger applications — you’ll gain the knowledge, skills, and AI tools to confidently manage an entire grant portfolio and fund your mission long-term.
Stop Chasing Deadlines.
Start Building Capacity.
I get it — grant writing can feel exhausting.
You’re filling out multiple applications, navigating endless portals, trying to keep up while funders constantly shift priorities… and you’re doing it all off the side of your desk.
And now that AI has entered the scene, you’re pumping out more applications than ever — but still not getting results.
The problem to solve isn’t “how do I write more grants?” The real issue is the lack of efficient, innovative, and sustainable systems that allow you to be proactive instead of reactive.
Because grants are one of the highest returns on effort your organization can make. And when managed well, they stop being a source of stress and start becoming a driver of sustainability.
That’s why we’ve developed this training: to help you and your team build true capacity. To move away from chasing deadlines and producing generic, AI-driven applications no funder will ever fund.
Instead, you’ll gain insider insight into how funders think, learn to systematize how you manage grants, and know how to choose the right opportunities — so you can focus on what really matters:
moving your mission forward for the long term.
DIY trainings won’t get you funded because grants are a technical skill — that’s where we come in.
You’re stuck chasing deadlines, applying for the sake of applying with no clarity on what's worth pursuing, and questioning whether grants are even worth it.
And you’ve been trying to do it all without any formal training or skills. Because grants are simple, right?
That’s where boards and bosses get it wrong. Grants are a technical skill — and no free 2-hour DIY training is going to get you where you need to be.
This training was designed to change that.
Instead of scrambling to get applications out the door, you’ll learn how to:
Choose grants strategically
Become an expert on choosing the right opportunities that move your mission forward.
Streamline proposal development
Save hours of time with proven frameworks, AI prompts, and strategic workflows.
Systematize grant management
Helps your team know exactly what’s coming up and what’s required.
Enhance your productivity
Eliminate administrative inefficiencies and learn to leverage AI responsibly.
By the end, you won’t just be a stronger grant writer.
You’ll have developed specialized skills in grant management, digital productivity tools, and strategic grant writing methodologies that will secure more funds, fast.
Here’s what you can expect
While other grant writing programs barely skim the surface, this is Canada’s only premium, live-cohort grant training that builds true capacity where we blend strategy, sustainability, and AI innovation.
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Learn directly from professionals with over 25 years of combined experience with grant writing, funder roles and AI development — a rare combo that offers insights you won’t find in generic courses.
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A structured 8–12 week cohort model that covers everything you need to know to win your next grant including personalized feedback and real-world practice. More depth, more engagement, and far more impactful than any self-paced program out there.
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Training and workflow design for advanced, grant-specific AI tools. You’ll learn how to analyze, draft, revise, and optimize applications using the latest AI models and how to eliminate the “generic garbage” that funders can smell a mile away.
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Access a purpose-built new-to-market grant writing platform designed specifically for nonprofits. It will help you streamline workflow and gives you a strategic advantage beyond Word docs or generic AI chatbots.
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For added integration and learning, you’ll have access 3 extra months of office hours with Sara and Mina after the program is complete. Bring your grant challenges, apply what you’ve learned, and stay supported long after the training ends.
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Comprehensive participant handbook summarizing the training.
A curated list of Alberta funders provided at program completion.
GrantEase Software — 1-year subscription ($250 value).
Impact Insider — 1-year subscription ($175 value).
Certificate of completion for participants.
Investment of $ 1,497 — Valued at $7,997
Don't take our word for it
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Don't take our word for it —
Your Grant Guide
Hey, I’m Sara. A past funder turned grant strategist and I’m here to teach you how to to crack the code of what funders really want.
With over ten years of experience with grants, I’ve learned the ins and outs of the grant pipeline. Now, I’m taking everything I know and teaching nonprofits what it takes to build a successful grant portfolio that produces long term, sustainable results.
Your AI Grant Advisor
Hi, I’m Mina. I’m a connector, a catalyst, and a consistent source of founder-first support.
With a longstanding background in the tech and nonprofit sector I help organizations secure funding with ethical AI. As the Founder of Grant-Ease.ai, I’m dedicated to eliminating the repetitive tasks that waste your time, so you can focus on your mission.
You Can’t Afford Not to Take This Training
Every hour spent scrambling for grants is time wasted and energy lost. This training is unlike anything else on the market — giving you the digital skills and sustainable strategies to finally take control of your grant portfolio and fund the impact your community deserves.
On demand resources to make grants easier.
Below are a few great supports to get you started and improve your grant success.
Checklist
Grant Readiness Checklist
This checklist provides a break down of all the key documents a funder might ask for and a list of project details you can gather in advance. This will help you become prepped and organized before the next deadline.
AI SOFTWARE
GrantEase AI
While you're formatting budgets at midnight, the people you serve are waiting. Grants-Ease AI simplifies and accelerates grant writing for nonprofits, saving you hours in the process.
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Do’s and Do’nts of Grant Writing
When it comes to grant writing you want to make it as easy as possible for the funder to say yes. Check out some of the best tips and things to avoid.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
FAQ’s
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This program is for anyone working in or alongside the nonprofit sector who wants to strengthen their grant writing skills — including fundraisers, program staff, or individuals looking to build their expertise.
Whether you’re writing grants for your organization or want to learn how to write stronger applications by leveraging AI effectively, you’ll walk away with practical skills that set you apart.
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Nope. This training meets you where you are and takes you further. Whether you’ve never written a grant before or you’ve been submitting applications for years, you’ll gain practical skills, frameworks, and tools that go far beyond proposal basics.
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Most courses only teach the mechanics of filling out applications. This program goes deeper, covering the full grant cycle, funder perspectives, and how to use digital tools to boost productivity and efficiency.
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The core training runs for 10 weeks, with weekly 2-hour live sessions plus practical exercises. After that, you’ll have 12 months of ongoing office hours and access to the learning hub so you can keep applying what you’ve learned at your own pace.
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We understand nonprofit budgets are tight. That’s why we offer flexible pricing, including group rates and installment plans. But think of this as an investment in your skills and your organization’s future. The systems, strategies, and AI expertise you gain will set you apart in a competitive funding landscape and help creating long-term value that far outweighs the initial cost.
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By the end of the program, you’ll have the systems and confidence to design fundable projects, write stronger proposals, build credible budgets, manage your grant portfolio, and use AI tools effectively. These are the exact skills that move the needle in securing more funding and building sustainable success.
