How Grant Money Makes More Money (and Why You Need a Strategy) Ep. 9

Happy almost-Valentine’s Day, grant lovers! 💘 In this episode, Mirka dives into something juicy: how grants can actually generate more income for your Montessori organization. That’s right — grants aren’t just free money, they’re part of your financial strategy.

You’ll learn the three ways that grant money can create more money (yes, it’s a thing!), and why the smartest Montessori changemakers think beyond the one-time project and build long-term sustainability. Plus, Mirka shows you a simple funding matrix to help you map out your income streams like a boss — grants, tuition, donations, other revenue… all working together!

This episode is your permission slip to stop struggling alone and start building a resilient, impact-driven future — with grant money by your side. 💼💡

🎯 What you’ll learn:

• How to turn grant-funded activities into future income

• Why grants attract more grants

• How people and spaces paid by grants can help you grow

• What a healthy funding mix looks like

• Why it’s time to fall in love with the money side of your mission

❤️ It’s not about the money, but the money helps the mission.