FREE WEBINAR WITH
Dr. Teresa Thompson-Pinckney
From Proposal to Proof: Get the Grant, Keep the Funds, and Prove Your Impact
In this powerful session, we’ll break down the grant lifecycle beyond the proposal, showing you how to stay compliant, align with funding policies, and track impact—so funders keep saying “yes” to your programs. With funding priorities and regulations constantly evolving, organizations that are proactive in compliance and evaluation will be best positioned to maintain stability and secure future funding.
Date: April 17, 2025, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST


About Dr. Teresa Thompson-Pinckney
Dr. Teresa Thompson-Pinckney is a nationally recognized expert in grant strategy, compliance, and program evaluation, with over 23 years of experience in higher education leadership, student success, and nonprofit management.
As the Founder & CEO of Vision Shift Catalyst, she has secured over $44 million in grant funding, helping organizations develop data-driven, sustainable programs. She holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and has been recognized for her contributions to student success, compliance, and program impact.
She holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Duke University. She has been recognized for her contributions to student success, compliance, and program impact.

What You'll Learn:
- The full grant journey—from proposal to reporting
- The biggest compliance mistakes (and how to avoid them)
- How executive orders and policies can impact your funding
- Easy-to-implement evaluation strategies to prove your program’s impact
- Actionable steps to keep your organization grant-ready
Grant funding is essential for sustaining and expanding youth programs. This webinar will provide the tools you need to stay accountable, meet funder expectations, and demonstrate the value of your work—no matter how the funding landscape shifts.
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