Grant writing isn’t usually the first skill people think about when discussing online income opportunities.

Yet for organizations seeking funding, a strong grant proposal can mean the difference between launching a project and shelving it indefinitely.

Today’s guest is Ifeoma Nwankwo, a self-taught grant writer who has earned more than $22,000 helping nonprofits, charities, and social enterprises apply for funding opportunities.

In this interview, she shares how she discovered grant writing, the mistakes she made early on, and the roadmap that helped her build a sustainable business around the skill.

Q: Ifeoma, how did you get started in grant writing?