About this Event
Build It Right. Fund It Strong. Scale With Intention.
Do you have a community program, nonprofit, LLC, or social impact idea—but need help clearly defining what you do, why it matters, and how to fund and scale it?
Grants 101: Program Design & Development is a hands-on, interactive workshop designed for community change-makers and organizations ready to move from vision to structure.
In this workshop, participants will learn how to design and develop programs from the bottom up, ensuring they are fundable, scalable, and aligned with grant and investor expectations.
In This Workshop You Will Learn How To:
- Clearly define your mission, vision, and purpose
- Identify and structure your core programs and services
- Align your program design with grant funding requirements
- Develop measurable outcomes and objectives
- Build basic financial and sustainability strategies
- Create a clear marketing and community engagement plan
- Prepare your program to scale, hire staff, and attract funding
- Position your organization for grants, investors, sponsorships, and contracts
Who This Workshop Is For:
- Nonprofit founders and leaders
- Community-based organizations
- Social entrepreneurs
- LLCs with a mission-driven focus
- New or growing programs preparing to apply for funding
- Leaders ready to scale operations and staffing
Facilitator
Nzingha Byrd
Serial Entrepreneur, CEO, Nonprofit Director, and Founder of Grants 101
With years of experience in nonprofit development and program strategy, Nzingha has helped organizations collectively secure over $500,000 in grant funding. She now teaches community leaders how to build programs that funders want to support—before they ever apply for a grant.
Workshop Details
📅 January 31st
⏰ 1:00 PM
💵 $55
📍 In-Person | Hands-On Interactive Workshop
This session is a critical foundation for anyone planning to apply for:
- Grant funding
- Government or foundation support
- Investor backing
- Program expansion or staffing growth
Come ready to work. Leave with clarity, structure, and a stronger program.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Sweet Sistah Splash, 1218 Sycamore St, Cincinnati, United States
USD 60.54












