Blog 1 “Grant Writing and Lattes: How Caffeine Turns Panic Into Purpose”

Ever stare at a blank grant proposal like it was your ex’s text message? You sip your latte, open another tab, and suddenly you’re reading about coffee bean origins instead of writing your budget narrative. Been there!

Grant writing doesn’t have to feel like burnout in a mug. Think of it like brewing your favorite coffee, precise, patient, and totally worth it.

Let’s be honest, grant writing can feel like brewing a triple-shot espresso at 2 a.m. You’re staring at your laptop, whispering to yourself, “Maybe if I add just one more adjective, the funder will feel my passion…”

Welcome to Grants Over Coffee, where we believe your grant strategy deserves the same care as your morning pour-over, bold, intentional, and not burnt.

Just like your favorite barista knows the difference between a cappuccino and a latte, you’ve got to know the difference between a goal and an objective. (Spoiler: one is your dream, the other is your plan!)

When the caffeine jitters kick in, remember this:
Every great proposal starts with a “why,” not a “what.”
☕ Write like you believe in your mission.
☕ Edit like your future depends on it (because it kinda does).
☕ And when in doubt, take a coffee break — not a breakdown.

So next time you’re writing a grant, don’t just chase dollars, chase impact. And if you spill a little coffee on your notes? Congratulations, you’ve officially joined the club.