Earlier this week, 30 nonprofit professionals from 18 nonprofit organizations gathered at Rosenberg Library’s Wortham Auditorium for the second GrantFlow Workshop, co-hosted & co-funded by the Harris and Eliza Kempner Fund and United Way of Galveston.

This two-day, hands-on training helped participants strengthen their grantwriting skills, refine funding strategies, and build confidence in communicating their impact. Facilitator Matt Leighty led the sessions using real-world examples and actionable tools that attendees could immediately apply to upcoming proposals.

Participating Organizations

• Big Brothers Big Sisters Gulf Coast
• Catholic Charities
• Family Service Center / The Center of Wellbeing
• Galveston Central Church
• Galveston County Food Bank
• Galveston Housing Plus
• Galveston Island Meals on Wheels
• Galveston Symphony Orchestra
• GCTPC Parenting Support Center
• La Izquierda Fest
• Libbie’s Place
• Moody Early Childhood Center
• Rosenberg Library
• St. Vincent’s House
• United Way of Greater Houston
• Urban Strategies Inc.

Why did this matter, and why did United Way co-sponsor this opportunity?

The return of GrantFlow to Galveston reflects the community’s growing investment in collaboration and professional development. By equipping local nonprofits with the skills and strategies to pursue sustainable funding, this workshop supports stronger programs and deeper impact across the island.

Special thanks to the Harris and Eliza Kempner Fund for their parthership in bringing GrantFlow back to Galveston, and to Rosenberg Library for providing the space to learn and connect.

Learn more about United Way of Galveston’s professional development opportunities for nonprofit leaders here.

Thank you, Greenwalt Productions, for capturing the magic of our 2-day workshop!

Photos and video coming soon!