Grant-Writing for Small Businesses
A Step-by-Step Guide
Stop wondering how to fund your dream without debt or giving up control. This practical, on-demand course is your roadmap to finding and winning grant funding for your for-profit small business — taught by a grant expert who has helped clients secure millions in funding.
6 Sections
Digestible, actionable modules
Lifetime Access
Including updated grant lists
50+ Funders
Ready-to-use resource list
On-Demand
Learn at your own pace
Your Instructor
Cheryl Smith, CEO of Dewlyn Nonprofit Services
Hello, and welcome. I'm so glad you're here. If you're running a small business, you're doing one of the most challenging and important jobs there is. You're building something from the ground up, serving your community, and juggling a hundred things at once.
As the CEO of Dewlyn Nonprofit Services and a national trainer, I've had the privilege of guiding more than 8,000 nonprofit and small business leaders across the country. Grant-writing is one of my top services, and over the years I've helped clients secure millions in grant funding by developing a clear, repeatable system.
This course was created to put that exact system in your hands — so you can navigate the grant landscape yourself, with or without a grant writer. It's practical, plain-spoken, and built specifically for the small business owner who is ready to pursue funding on their own terms.
Cheryl Smith
CEO, Dewlyn Nonprofit Services
25+ years in the field
8,000+ leaders trained
Millions secured for clients
National SCORE.org trainer
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, you will know how to:
Differentiate small business grants from other types of funding
Identify key eligibility criteria so you only apply for grants you can win
Understand what it truly means to be "Grant-Ready"
Build a reusable Common Grant Application — your most valuable tool
Align your application perfectly with a grantor's mission and objectives
Submit professionally and manage the follow-up process with confidence
Locate current small business grant opportunities and trusted resources
Course Curriculum
6 Sections. A Complete System.
Each section focuses on a distinct step in the grant-writing process. Click any section to see what's covered inside.
What's Included
You won't just have knowledge — you'll have a toolkit.
Your completed Common Grant Application
A listing of 50+ small business funders to target immediately
Downloadable worksheets, checklists, and templates for every section
AI grant-writing prompt guide — ready to use
1-year access to all course content, including regularly updated grant lists
The confidence to pursue funding that scales your business
Who This Course Is For
Built for the busy small business owner
This course is ideal for small business owners who want clear guidance, honest expectations, and practical tools they can use immediately — with no prior grant-writing experience required.
The only prerequisite is the desire to grow your business and the willingness to do the focused work. If you've ever thought "there has to be a way to fund this without more debt," this course was made for you.
For-profit small business owners at any stage
Entrepreneurs who have heard about grants but don't know where to start
Business owners who want to apply for grants themselves
Anyone who has applied before without success and wants a better strategy
Owners who want to stop leaving money on the table
What Students Are Saying
Real results from real business owners
“From the very first words Cheryl spoke, she poured genuine love and encouragement into every business owner in our grant writing webinar. The information she shared was clear, relevant, and specific to what we need to know to be successful. We were equipped with practical tools to pursue funding that supports our passions and strengthens our communities. I highly recommend Dewlyn Nonprofit Services to anyone looking to build and grow their vision.”
“I really appreciated how empowering and informative the course was. It gave valuable insight without making things feel overwhelming, and it helped me feel more confident about what it truly means to be grant-ready as a small business owner. I liked that it spoke to where I am right now in my journey — building, learning, and preparing for bigger opportunities.”
LaTavia Godfrey
Her Play Collective
“I liked everything about this course. Very intense with quite a lot of information to learn. Thanks for your time and efforts on making this whole workshop informative, fun and engaging.”
Billy Jacinto
Open Door Recovery Living
“Cheryl and her team over delivered, and was very accommodating when and where needed. The coaches were professional and accommodated everyone. I look forward to working with the team again.”
Mardessa Smith
Workshop Attendee
Ready to pursue the funding your business deserves?
Enroll today and get immediate access to all 6 sections, downloadable resources, a list of 50+ funders, and lifetime access to all course content and updated grant opportunities — all for a one-time investment of $99.
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