Cauthen Collaborative

03/10/2025

Get ready to transform your skills with GrantCraft, our online course that trains and certifies grant writers!
We're looking for five individuals to take the "GrantCraft: Become a Grant Writer" course for free as part of a test cohort.

If you're:
• Looking for a career shift
• Seeking new skills or a side hustle
• Wanting to support your favorite nonprofit

Our self-paced online course is designed for completion in 3-6 weeks. No prior experience needed!
DM us below with "Test Cohort" by March 23, 2025 to apply for consideration. Let's get started!

03/05/2025

Big news! I’m excited to share that I’ve started Kinetic, a boot camp program that helps entrepreneurs launch their businesses and find their customers! Over the next few weeks, I’ll be learning, testing, and growing alongside an incredible group of creative entrepreneurs. Just started the week of March 4! 🚀

02/21/2025

I promised that I was going to make an announcement on February 21 and here it is!!!

🌟 Unlock Your Grant Writing Potential with WritePack! 🌟

Are you a passionate list maker? Do you thrive on organizing complex projects? If so, you might just have the perfect skill set for a rewarding side hustle in grant writing!

Who Makes a Great Grant Writer? 🤔

List Makers 📝
If you love creating to-do lists and enjoy ticking off tasks as you complete them, grant writing could be your calling. The process often involves detailed checklists and timelines—skills you already excel in!

Multi-Tasking Masters 🎓
Did you enjoy school assignments that required juggling multiple elements? Whether it was research papers or group projects, your ability to weave together diverse components will serve you well in writing comprehensive grant proposals.

Community Champions ❤️
Are you passionate about local issues and the incredible work being done by non-profits in your community? Your enthusiasm for helping organizations that make a difference can turn into compelling narratives that attract funding.

Detail-Oriented Thinkers 🔍
If you have an eye for detail and enjoy ensuring everything is just right, grant writing requires precision. From adhering to guidelines to crafting well-structured budgets, your meticulous nature will shine here.

Storytellers at Heart 📖
Do you have a knack for storytelling? Being able to convey the mission and impact of non-profits through engaging narratives is crucial in grant writing. Your creativity can help bring their vision to life!

Research Enthusiasts 🔎
If you love diving deep into research and uncovering valuable information, you'll excel in gathering data and evidence to support grant proposals. Your findings can make all the difference in securing funding!

✨ Ready to Launch Your Grant Writing Side Hustle? ✨

With WritePack, you'll have all the tools and resources you need to kickstart your journey in grant writing.

We are excited to launch WritePack TODAY–so get ready to turn your passion into profit!

Grant writing can be a pathway to earn supplemental income while supporting meaningful work in your community.

That is… if you’ve got the right resources.

Good news? We’ve got the resources you need. ;-)

And that resource comes to you in the form of WritePack! WritePack is a toolkit with essential templates and resources for completing a basic grant application.

(Because we believe that your journey into grant writing should be empowering and stress-free.)

Ready to transform your skills and confidence?

Go here to grab your copy of WritePack and start your journey today: cauthen-collaborative.teachable.com/p/writepack-742689

WritePack offers essential tools, templates, and step-by-step guidance to help aspiring grant writers complete their first basic grant application. It’s perfect for beginners who feel overwhelmed by the process and want to take their first confident steps in grant writing.

02/20/2025

If you have ever considered a grant writing journey, or if you have ever been “volun-TOLD” that you’ll be assisting with a grant, then I have something for you to kickstart your grant writing journey…

Without the fear of not being qualified…
Without the anxiety of worrying whether your grant “looks” right/normal/like it's supposed to…
Without the uncertainty of, well, ALL OF IT!

Please meet my new and adorable friend, WritePack!

WritePack is a toolkit with essential templates and resources for completing a basic grant application and is designed to help you:
*Gain access to essential templates for completing your first grant application
*Build confidence with our Quick Reference Guide, filled with industry terms and concepts
*Understand the grant life cycle with our informative infographic
*Connect with grants specialist, Jody Cauthen, who guides you through writing a winning grant introduction
*Review and refer to a sample grant budget (editable for YOU of course)
*Access to sample grants to use as reference resources

WritePack is designed to provide you with basic grant writing resources and training so that you gain quick confidence in the process. Grant Writing can be an amazing and flexible "side hustle" business that allows you to supplement your income as well as work on important issues being solved by local non-profit organizations.

But, here’s the deal. My new friend, WritePack, is a bit shy. They are making their official debut tomorrow, Friday, February 21, right here on social media.

If you’d like to learn a bit more about WritePack before their big reveal tomorrow, just DM me the word GRANT, and I’ll send you all the details before WritePack goes live on Friday, February 21!

It will make WritePack feel good to know that they have a few supporters out there!

02/18/2025

Hey Friend, So, I’ve been working on something super exciting that I can’t wait to share with you in just 3 days…

It’s all about helping folks like us build the confidence to dive into the world of grant writing –especially if you've ever considered having a remote side hustle that supports and helps non-profit organizations.

A grant is a form of financial aid given to non-profit organizations (though there are for-profit and research grants as well) to support their programs and services. Unlike loans, grants do not require repayment or accrue interest.

Obtaining a grant is a competitive process, and organizations must submit applications that are persuasive and fact-based. Many non-profit organizations are interested in hiring FREELANCE grant writers (as it's a whole lot cheaper than having a full time grant writer on salary at the organization)!

That got me thinking...what if I could create an "intro pack" of sorts to help people interested in learning how to write grants? And, well, so, I did.

I’ve put together some awesome tools and templates that make it way easier to tackle your first grant application. The intro pack is called WritePack. Trust me, this will take the stress out of the process!

I really believe this will empower people who are interested in learning more about grant writing to take those first steps! Consider starting a classy side hustle like grant writing without feeling like you need a specialty degree to do it!

And guess what? For the first two weeks after the launch (Feb. 21, 2025), it’s only $27! Can you believe that?
If you want to get the scoop before everyone else, just DM me the word GRANT, and I’ll send you all the details before it goes live on Friday, February 21! ~Jody

02/03/2025

Welcome to the Cauthen Collaborative page! I'm Jody Cauthen, the founder of Cauthen Collaborative, and we're thrilled to have you here. At Cauthen Collaborative, we are dedicated to shaping grant writing talent and powering non-profit success. Our core offerings include GrantCraft, an innovative online grant writing course designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in grant writing. Additionally, we provide GrantWright, a talent agency that connects non-profits with skilled grant writers. Whether you're looking for a long-term solution or need assistance with a grant in just 4-6 weeks, we've got you covered! Join us on this journey to empower non-profits and enhance the grant writing landscape.

Message me below to learn more about GrantWright! Or, let me know if our GrantCraft course sounds like the training you need to start your grant writing side hustle! Follow us for tips and insights into successful grant writing!