Maximizing Grant Opportunities in 2025: Navigating Changes and Strengthening Your Strategy

Navigate shifting funding landscapes with expert insights from Lauren Steiner of GrantsPlus on April 2, 2025 from 10 AM-12 PM at The Nonprofit Partnership.

Lauren will share grant trends, common pitfalls, and strategies to secure nonprofit funding in 2025 and beyond.

With shifting government funding, increasing competition, and evolving grantmaker priorities, nonprofit leaders must adapt to secure critical funding. In this session, Lauren Steiner, a national expert on grants, will break down the latest trends in government and private grantmaking, identify common pitfalls that cause organizations to miss out on funding, and share actionable strategies to strengthen your grant-seeking success. Whether your nonprofit is struggling to keep up with federal changes or looking to build a more resilient grants program, this session will equip you with the insights and tools you need to thrive in 2025 and beyond.

About Lauren:

Lauren Steiner is the Founder and CEO of Grants Plus, the nation’s leading grant consulting firm, specializing in securing grant funding for healthcare organizations. With over 20 years of experience in philanthropy and nonprofit development, Lauren has led her team in winning hundreds of millions in funding for clients. She is a thought leader in the field, frequently speaking at national conferences and contributing insights on effective grant-seeking strategies. Lauren has contributed to key philanthropic initiatives, including The Giving Institute and the Generosity Commission and formerly co-chaired the editorial board of Giving USA. She is passionate about equipping healthcare organizations with the tools to maximize their grant potential.

Lauren Steiner has been an avid presenter on grant-seeking topics, both in person and virtually, for AFP, Grants Professionals Association (GPA), The Giving Institute/Giving USA, the Chronicle of Philanthropy, as well as a frequent guest on podcasts including GrantStation, Blackbaud's Engage Podcast, Successful Nonprofits, and more. She is known for her practical, real-world approach to grant-seeking, ensuring attendees walk away with actionable takeaways. Additionally, she taught a graduate-level course on philanthropy at Case Western Reserve University for four years, bringing academic rigor and applied expertise to the field.

Look for more sessions like this in 2025 during our uncertain times series!