Episode
How Freelance Grant Writers Can Build Retirement Wealth (Even Starting From Zero)
- Podcast
- Grant Writing & Funding
- Published
- Mar 17, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 1353
- Processing state
not_requested
Actions
POST https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/grant-writing-funding-326935/episodes/how-freelance-grant-writers-can-build-retirement-wealth-even-starting-from-zero/transcription-requests
Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode.GET https://stenobird.com/podcast/grant-writing-funding-326935/how-freelance-grant-writers-can-build-retirement-wealth-even-starting-from-zero.md
Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource.
Summary
Are you ready to work from home and earn 6 figures on part-time hours? Are you ready to quit your toxic job and work on your schedule? Just like our students? Then be sure to register for the FREE, Live Training, " “How to Start or Grow a Grant Writing Business in 2026 and Get Consistent Paying Clients ” on Wednesday, June 10th 5:00 - 6:30pm EST. Register here: https://grantwritingandfunding.com/academy-webinar In this episode, Holly Rustick discusses why freelance grant writing is one of the most powerful and recession-resistant skill sets nonprofit professionals can develop. She explains how building a stable freelance grant writing business allows you to take control of your financial future instead of relying on a single employer for retirement. Holly walks through the common financial challenges nonprofit professionals face, how to start thinking like a CEO with your freelance income, and the retirement investment options available to self-employed grant writers. She also shares strategies for creating predictable income through retainers, diversifying income streams, and protecting your time so you can build a sustainable grant writing business that supports both your present and your future. If you’ve ever wondered how freelance grant writing can lead to financial freedom and long-term security, this episode will show you how to start building toward that future today. ABOUT HOLLY RUSTICK Grant Writing & Funding (GWF) has a Global Movement to Secure $1 Billion in Grant Funding for Good and $30 Million in Grant Writing Businesses by 2030. Holly Rustick, CEO of GWF, is leading the movement; a world-renowned grant writer with 20+ years of experience, bestselling author, and business coach for new and seasoned grant writers to replace their full-time income writ…