What actually happens when a room full of smart people sit down to write grants together for a week? In this episode of Winning the Public Purse, David Kincade reflects on his latest in-person Advanced Grant Writing Course in Lacombe, Alberta, and shares 5 lessons from the experience that apply well beyond the classroom.

David has several upcoming events and courses worth knowing about. He is speaking at Strathcona County's Small Business Week in Sherwood Park on October 20th, 2026. He is also hosting a webinar on October 13th for municipalities on the complexity of finding grants.

As well, the last live Advanced Grant Writing Course of the year runs November 23rd to 27th in Sherwood Park, so reach out soon to secure a training grant before the October 22nd deadline. The next online cohort begins January 27th. David is also planning two in-person courses in British Columbia in February and March 2026; if you want him to come to your town, now is the time to reach out by email, davidk@albertabusinessgrants.ca or by phone/text at (780) 297-6177.

Ready to transform grant writing into a predictable pillar of your success? David's students have already won over $71M in funding using the frameworks taught in the Advanced Grant Writing Course, and the next 12-week online class started last week. Contact him immediately if you want to join. You can get started and grab your spot now at https://albertabusinessgrants.ca/grant-writing.

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Highlights From This Episode:

• Why grants are uniquely win-or-lose in a professional world where most results stay murky and the full list of skills required to win grants consistently [1:34]

• The ways that procrastination and poor organization can sink even the most talented grant writer and the powerful exercise David is now building into all his courses [5:10]

• A question at the Lacombe Chamber of Commerce breakfast about paid grant-finding services and what David told the room about free resources and focus [7:42]

• Details on all his upcoming speaking events, live and online courses, and David's plans for two in-person BC cohorts in early 2027 [9:29]

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Email: davidk@albertabusinessgrants.ca

Phone: 780-297-6177