Funding the Mission: Storytelling, Strategy, and Strong Grantor Relationships

Grants are more than proposals—they are partnerships built on trust, clarity, and compelling stories. Funding the Mission: Storytelling, Strategy, and Strong Grantor Relationships invites fundraisers to strengthen every stage of the grant process, from identifying the right opportunities to crafting narratives that bring their mission to life. This program will explore how to align data with storytelling, build, and sustain meaningful relationships with grantors, and position your organization for long-term funding success. Whether you are new to grants or looking to refine your approach, you will walk away with practical tools, proven strategies, and renewed confidence to secure funding that truly advances your mission.

Monique Garcia is the owner of Garcia Group LLC, a Wichita-based consulting firm that partners with nonprofit and mission-driven organizations through strategic grant development, storytelling, and public engagement. Her work sits at the intersection of fundraising, public affairs, and communications—helping organizations clearly articulate their value in…