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 

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
• John G. Porter, Ph.D., M.Ed. Certified Grant Writer® and Executive Director

Staff and volunteers include:

• 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®
  • Marie Hunt, Certified Grant Writer®