A Message from Dan Durst, Executive Director
Welcome to the Grant Management Institute. I'm Dan Durst, and I started this Institute because I believe in the power of education to strengthen our grants community — one course, one workshop, one conversation at a time.
Federal grants management is a complicated, ever-changing world. Regulations shift. Policies evolve. Expectations grow. If you're like me, you've probably realized that staying ahead takes more than just experience — it takes a commitment to continuous learning. And not just any learning — learning that's practical, timely, and rooted in the real-world challenges we face every day.
At the Grant Management Institute, we’re passionate about helping professionals like you sharpen your skills, deepen your knowledge, and build confidence in your work. Whether you're navigating compliance requirements, streamlining processes, or looking for ways to better serve your community, we’re here to support your journey.
Our courses, webinars, and workshops are designed with you in mind — practical, actionable, and immediately applicable. We’re building more than a resource center. We’re building a community — a network of grants professionals who are committed not just to doing their jobs well, but to making a real impact.
At the end of the day, grants management is about stewardship. It’s about making sure resources are used wisely and programs can thrive. I’m honored to walk alongside you in that mission, and I invite you to grow with us, learn with us, and lead with us.
Thanks for being here.
Sincerely,
Dan Durst, MBA
Executive Director
Grant Management Institute
