I would like to say “Thank You” to the following Community Partners of the Grantwriter’s FastTrack Coaching Program! These organizations helped us get the word out about the program. You’ll see that they offer social sector organizations and professionals a myriad of ways to build their capacity to serve our communities. Make sure to check out their websites and their special offers to FastTrack participants (free and discounted products and services)!

Organization/URL	Description	Special Offer
	It’s not just how much money you raise, it’s how productive your fundraising efforts really are. Find out where your fundraising “bucket” may be “leaking” with our Leaky Bucket Assessment for Effective Fundraising.  See how you can plug those leaks by adopting Fundraising the SMART Way™, our flagship methodology for sustainable fundraising, built on the continuous improvement model.  And help your governing board and non-fundraising staff learn what it really means to raise money for your charity, by playing The SMART Fundraising Game! This great little game is a perfect addition to your organization’s staff or board retreats.	Discount: 20% off the Fundraising the SMART Way™ Shared Program, which brings together up to 5 nonprofit organizations to share a three-month program designed to implement the SMART Way methodology. Standard rate: $2,500 per agency. FastTrack Participants pay only $2,000!
	Linda is one of just 100 professionals worldwide to hold the Advanced Certified Fund Raising Executive designation. In her 20+ years as a philanthropic consultant, Linda has managed capital campaigns, helped hundreds of nonprofit organizations achieve their development goals, and trained more than 27,000 development professionals in Canada, Mexico, Egypt, Bermuda, and most of  the 50 United States. A graduate of Alvernia University and AFP’s Faculty Training Academy, she is a Master Teacher. Linda is the author of several books on fundraising and serves as Acquisitions Editor for CharityChannel Press and For the GENIUS Press.	Discount: Quick and Easy Development  Audit—an analysis of your current development program with recommendations for strengthening your fundraising. For FastTrack participants, only $750 if you sign up by June 2.
	4Good is an online collaboration platform for doing good. You can think of 4Good as a social community for social impact. 4Good is designed to strengthen nonprofits organizations and social enterprises by giving them a network of like-minded professionals and a wealth of resources from which to benefit. 4Good is more than just a static list of resources. You can find collections from thought-leaders, leave reviews on the resources you love, and ask the experts your questions.	None at this time.
	Grant Professionals Association is an international membership association for everyone in the grants industry. With over 1,800 active members and 42 Chapters, GPA is THE place for any grant issues. We provide a national conference, professional credential (GPC), free webinars, member benefits and more! Annual Membership to GPA is $209.	Discount: Join today and get a FREE membership to GrantStation and GrantNavigator PE (Value $849) and save $25 on an annual membership. Please contact Leslie for the discount code.
	The Grassroots Institute for Fundraising Training (GIFT) is a multiracial organization that promotes the connection between fundraising, social justice and movement-building. We believe that how groups are funded is as important to achieving their goals as how the money is spent, and that building community support is central to long-term social change. We provide training, resources, and analysis to thousands of groups each year.	None at this time.
	Paul Jolly worked as fundraiser, mostly in small shops where he was the only development staff person, for 20 years before launching Jump Start Growth.  His focus as a consultant is helping organizations strengthen their ties with their best donors and prospects.  If you believe there are people in your organization’s orbit who could give dramatically more, Paul can help you make it happen.	Free: 1-hour consultation, followed by written recommendations, for people who mention Writing to Make a Difference when they contact Paul.
	Founder and President Denice Hinden is on a mission to fire up a sense of opportunity and well-being into nonprofit, business and public workplaces through our Leadership ABOVE Coaching Program.  This program especially designed for senior level directors, managers and supervisors targets leveling up leadership competencies in 5 pivotal areas – Awareness, Beliefs, Options, Values and Energy.  Since 2000, Denice has invigorated  the  management and performance of more than 85 nonprofit organizations and their leaders with transforming strategic planning, and powerful coaching with all levels of leaders and teams.	Free: Leveling Up Leadership Assessment & Resource Guide PDF & 30 Minute Complimentary Coaching SessionDiscount: $60 Savings on Online Energy Leadership Index Assessment, Confidential Report & 60 Minute Debrief by Telephone; Regularly $235; for FastTrack Participants the discounted fee is $175.
	Media Alliance is a Northern California-based democratic communications advocate. We do regional organizing and public awareness on media policy, broadcast regulation, internet freedom and the protection of independent and alternative media.	Free: Copy of the “Media How-To Guide,” a $20 value: designed to provide community organizations and activists with the nuts-and-bolts information they need to get their message out to the media. It includes step-by-step instructions on how to pitch stories to reporters, write press releases, and develop a press list; and it covers more advanced media strategies, too.