The Governor’s Office of Youth, Faith and Family (GOYFF) is hosting a FREE, virtual Grant Writing Workshop for individuals interested in learning more about the fundamentals of grant writing. The workshop will include:
- Skill-building for writing successful grant applications
- Grant writing language and techniques
- Knowledge of reputable grant funding sources
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
*Due to limited space, registration will automatically close once at full capacity.*
Workshop Facilitator
Mara Gerst is a detail-oriented grants professional and lifelong learner with more than 25 years of nonprofit experience in relationship-based fundraising, grant writing, and budget development. As Owner and Principal Consultant of Gerst Grants & Nonprofit Consulting LLC in Scottsdale, Arizona, she helps nonprofit organizations strengthen capacity through strategic fund development and sustainable funding practices. Highly connected within Arizona’s philanthropic community, she brings deep knowledge of nonprofit best practices and collaborates with organizations to create realistic goals for funding, evaluation, and long-term sustainability.
