In this episode of GrantTalk, we're joined by Traci Lanier, Vice President at 10,000 Degrees, an organization passionately committed to closing the educational opportunity gap for low-income students. Traci shares the remarkable journey of their grant writing success and how it has fueled their mission to guide students from high school through college and beyond. What You’ll Learn: 10,000 Degrees and a Vision for Change: Explore how this 40-year-old organization is revolutionizing college access and financial aid guidance for students in the San Francisco Bay Area. Traci highlights the impact of their near-peer mentorship model in ensuring students’ success in higher education. GrantWatch Success Story: Discover how 10,000 Degrees utilized GrantWatch to secure $85,000 from four grants, enabling them to expand their programs and reach more students. Looking Ahead: Hear Traci’s vision for the future of 10,000 Degrees, including how they plan to support even more students through their nonprofit education initiatives. Learn how you can contribute to their mission at 10000degrees.org. Final Thoughts: Libby Hikind, Founder and CEO of GrantWatch, wraps up the episode with insights on the importance of showcasing grant successes to secure future funding. 👉 Tune in to this inspiring episode! Be sure to subscribe, rate, and share to support the incredible work being done through grants. Connect with Us: GrantWatch: https://www.grantwatch.com/ https://www.grantwatch.com/granttalk/ https://www.grantwatch.com/book 10,000 Degrees:  https://10000degrees.org/ https://10000degrees.org/about-us/staff/ #GrantTalk #10000Degrees #EducationalEquity #GrantSuccess #MentorshipMatters #CollegeBound #NonprofitSupport #GrantWriting #CommunityImpact #GrantWatchSuccess #EducationalOpportunity #LowIncomeStudents #CollegeScholarships #FinancialAid #NearPeerMentorship #NonprofitEducation #CollegeAccess #StudentSupport #SanFranciscoBayArea #GrantFunding #EducationNonprofit