Faith-Based Organizations
Churches and ministries ready to fund mission-driven programs.
Tools. Training. Transformation.
Ready, Set, Write — Grant Writing Workbook for Nonprofits
Successful Grant Applications for Nonprofits and Faith-based Communities
Grant writing doesn't have to be overwhelming. Whether you're serving a nonprofit, ministry, church, or community organization, this practical workbook will help you better understand the grant writing process and prepare stronger, more competitive proposals.
Sound familiar?
Does This Sound Familiar?
You know your organization needs funding.
Grant writing feels intimidating.
You're unsure where to begin.
You've submitted grants without success.
You're overwhelmed by complicated requirements.
You are not alone—and you don't have to figure it out by yourself.
A clear path forward
This Book Gives You a Clear Roadmap
Eight practical skill areas take you from “where do I start?” to a proposal you're proud to submit.
- Research funding opportunities
- Understand the grant review process
- Build relationships with grantmakers
- Develop community partnerships
- Organize supporting documents
- Write compelling grant narratives
- Prepare competitive proposals
- Approach funding with confidence and integrity
Written for you
Who This Book Is For
Nonprofit Leaders
Executive directors and program staff building grant readiness.
Urban Ministries
Neighborhood ministries serving high-need communities.
Community Organizations
Grassroots groups turning local impact into funded work.
Board Members
Trustees who need to understand funding strategy and oversight.
Volunteers
Committed helpers stepping into proposal support roles.
Inside the workbook
What's Inside
- Step-by-step guidance
- A clear path from funder research to final submission.
- Practical workbook exercises
- Write, plan, and draft as you read each chapter.
- Grant preparation checklists
- Know exactly what to gather before you apply.
- Proposal planning tools
- Templates and prompts that shape a strong narrative.
- Plain-English instruction
- No jargon — just language you can act on today.
- Real-world nonprofit focus
- Examples grounded in ministry and community work.
Why it's different
Why This Book Is Different
This isn't just another book about grant writing. It is a practical workbook created specifically for nonprofits and faith-based communities — combining strategy with actionable tools you can use immediately.
- Clarity
- Organization
- Confidence
- Mission-focused funding
The publisher
About Unity Urban Ministerial School
Unity Urban Ministerial School is committed to equipping ministries, nonprofit leaders, and community servants with practical education that creates lasting impact.
For decades, UUMS has trained leaders who serve at the intersection of faith and community need. Ready, Set, Write extends that classroom into a workbook — so that every ministry and nonprofit, regardless of budget or staff size, can pursue funding with skill, integrity, and confidence.
About the Contributor
Cora Alexander, M.P.A., LUT, CLC is a Licensed Unity Teacher (LUT) through Unity School of Christianity and a Certified Life Coach (CLC). She has extensive experience as a grant writer, public administrator, educator, and program evaluator, with grant-writing experience integrating social services, children, and family support services.
As a former Grant Writer with governmental agencies, Ms. Alexander secured grant funding to assist youth projects, health and wellness, and green space conservation. She wrote Request for Proposals (RFP), coordinated grant reviews and approvals, distributed federal grant funds, and provided sustainability support to local nonprofits and faith-based organizations. She has served on federal and state grant review panels, reading and scoring submitted grant proposals.
In honor
Dedicated to a Legacy of Service
“This workbook is dedicated in honor of Rev. Dr. Ruth Mosley, founder of the Unity Urban Ministerial School, whose vision continues to inspire leaders committed to serving their communities.”
Ready to Secure More Funding for Your Mission?
Whether you're writing your very first grant or looking to strengthen your organization's grant readiness, this workbook provides practical guidance every step of the way.