About Us

American Grant Writers' Association, Inc. is an international association of grant writers.  To promote professional conduct of our 1,200+ active members, the organization adopted Standards of Practice and Professional Ethics.  To further the professional growth of its members, the organization awards the Certified Grant Writer® Credential to members who have demonstrated proficiency in grantseeking.  In 2011 the U.S. Patent Office awarded American Grant Writers' Association a Trademark for its "Certified Grant Writer® Credential (CGW)". 

The organization is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. Current Board Members are    

  • Alan Antopol, MBA
  • Garth Hudson
  • Linda Sharp, Certified Grant Writer®
  • Brandon Whitaker, MBA
  • Cathy Wobser, M.Ed.

John G. Porter, Ph.D., M.Ed. CGW is the Executive Director and manages the organization's activities with the assistance of staff, chairpersons, and volunteers. 

  • Member Services Director - Marie Hunt, Certified Grant Writer
  • Online Instructors -
    • ​Jim Brenner, Certified Grant Writer®
    • John Porter, Ph.D., Certified Grant Writer®
    • Scott Sipe, Certified Grant Writer
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