Granting Change: Renee Bourque on Resilience, Philanthropy & Legacy

In this powerful episode, Keith Haney sits down with Renee Bourque, a leading grant strategist whose journey from the classroom to post-war Guatemala reshaped her view of community, leadership, and impact.

Renee shares how her experiences abroad ignited a passion for community resilience and ethical philanthropy, and how she’s helping organizations rethink the way they approach grant writing. From nurturing local leaders to avoiding common pitfalls in the grant-seeking process, Renee offers practical wisdom and fresh perspectives.

We also explore the evolving role of AI in grant writing, and Renee’s vision for creating lasting change through storytelling and strategic funding. The episode wraps with inspiring stories of transformation and a look at the legacy she hopes to leave behind.