Let’s be real, grants can be a pain in the ass. The deadlines, the jargon, the hoops, the rejection. But you care about your work and your community.
Grants Are a B*tch (But You Got This) is a no-fluff, real-talk workshop for nonprofit leaders, creatives, and small-but-mighty orgs who are tired of gatekeeping and ready to take control of the grant process. Whether you’re brand-new to grant writing or have been burned before, this session will give you practical tools, clarity, and a little bit of humor to help you move forward with confidence.
Your guide is Melody Hernandez, award-winning grant writer and founder of Root Reach Rise Inc., who has helped nonprofits and artists secure nearly $40 million in grant funding — much of it first-time support for small and mid-sized organizations. Melody brings decades of real-world experience and will share what actually works to get funding flowing where it’s needed most and will cover:
✨ How to find the right funders (without wasting your time) ✨ What funders actually care about (and what they don’t) ✨ How to talk about your impact without the BS ✨ Tips for staying sane and sustainable in the process
Bring your questions, your coffee, and your chaos. You’ve got this. And we’ve got your back.
Who Should Attend
This workshop is ideal for nonprofit staff, program managers, artists, emerging grant writers and consultants, and anyone interested in grant work — whether you’re brand new or looking to refresh your skills.
Transportation
Public Transit:Trellis is conveniently located near the Powell Street BART and MUNI station, and within a block of several bus lines 5, 6, 7, 9, 14, 14R, 21, 31, and 66.
Parking:Nearby garages include:
- 5th & Mission Parking Garage
- Ellis O’Farrell Garage (Ellis Street, between Powell and Stockton)
- Union Square Garage (off Geary Street, between Powell and Stockton)
- Jessie Street Garage (entrance off 3rd Street, before crossing Market)
Join us and learn how to make grant work accessible, effective, and even enjoyable. Reserve your spot today and take your next step toward grant success!
Bonus: All attendees will get access to a post-workshop Grant Readiness Checklist + resource list.
