30 minutes · Self-paced
The Art of Winning Grants
Fuel your purpose and impact.
About the course
Every great idea needs fuel to grow. For many artists, changemakers, and nonprofit leaders, that fuel comes in the form of grants — but the process of applying can often feel overwhelming, intimidating, or out of reach. The Art of Winning Grants was created to change that.
Drawing from a journey as a nonprofit founder and seven-time fellowship recipient, Yura Sapi knows what it takes to transform visionary projects into funded realities — combining practical strategy, confidence-building, and alignment with purpose.
This isn't just about filling out forms. It's about understanding that grants are partnerships that allow your vision to thrive.
In this course you'll learn how to
- Identify funding opportunities that truly align with your mission.
- Write compelling applications that stand out to grant readers.
- Build realistic budgets and work plans funders can trust.
- Overcome barriers like self-doubt and confusing eligibility.
- Use modern tools, including AI, to support your process.
Meet your guide
Yura Sapi is a visionary leader, interdisciplinary artist, and nonprofit founder who has mastered the art of aligning bold ideas with sustainable funding. As founder and CEO of LiberArte Inc., Yura has secured grants from city, state, and national funders while mentoring other artists and changemakers to do the same.
A seven-time fellowship recipient — including Echoing Green, the Intercultural Leadership Institute, and the National Association of Latino Arts and Cultures — Yura has firsthand experience navigating competitive applications and standing out to funders.
