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In this conversation, Dr. Melvin Musick shares his journey from a traditional consultancy to a thriving grant writing business, emphasizing the importance of discipline, relationships, and creative thinking. He discusses how joining the Academy transformed his approach to grant writing and consultancy, leading to significant financial success and personal growth. Dr. Musick highlights the value of networking and finding clients in everyday situations, showcasing how personal interactions can lead to fruitful professional relationships. He concludes with advice for aspiring grant writers, encouraging them to embrace the learning process and leverage their existing networks.
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Melvin L Musick functions as a grants strategist to nonprofit organizations and governments that fund programs for positive youth development throughout Greater Los Angeles.
Convenes and maintains funding relationships with the ARCO Foundation, the Los
Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), United Way of Greater Los Angeles, the Los
Angeles Times Mirror Foundation, the Los Angeles City Mayor's Office, Los Angeles
County Departments of Mental Health, Probation, and Public Social Services, and the
Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). Responsible for financial compliance and
reporting.
Provides units of government, foundations, and non-profit organizations with
management training, strategic planning, technical assistance, program evaluation, and
organizational development services as an external consultant.
Prepares studies and reports for elected officials and the public audience to promote the
adoption of the concept of youth advocacy and participation as a pragmatic approach to
youth development and community building in Los Angeles neighborhoods.
Education
Ed.D. Organization Change – Pepperdine University
M. S. Community Development / Policy Analysis – CSULA
B. A. Political Science / Education – Hamline University
Special Training
Class II Leadership Southern California (CORO)
Arts Inc. Leadership Training Fellow
United Way of America – National Academy for Management Training
Honors
Elected by CSULA faculty to Phi Kappa Phi Honorary Society
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Leading the $1 Billion for Good Movement: By 2030, aspiring and seasoned grant writers inside the Freelance Grant Writer Academy & Grant Professional Mentorship will 1) WIN $1 Billion in Grants, and 2) MAKE $30 Million in their Grant Writing Businesses. We are on our way already.