Services

I use publicly available resources and subscription-based databases to identify potential funders and opportunities that align with your organization's mission and priorities. Findings will be presented in a detailed report to help organizational leaders make informed decisions about grant-seeking. 

This is offered as a stand-alone service or as part of a long-term contractual engagement.

Whether you need assistance with small foundation grants or large federal proposals for multi-year funding, I can:  review the Request for Proposals or Application Guidelines; work with organizational leaders to determine whether or not an opportunity is a good fit; work with program staff to refine project ideas and gather information; develop a proposal draft and revisions; and support the final submission of the grant.  

I will also help you develop templates for common grant elements such as the Needs Statement and Project Description. 

I can work with your team to develop Logic Models for your major programs that include all of the major elements of a grant proposal, so that you are ready to take advantage of opportunities with our without my help.

Have you hired a new grant writer just getting started with their career who could benefit from coaching from an experienced professional? 

Perhaps you have new staff members who need a basic understanding of grant-seeking or grant management. 

Maybe you want to offer a day-long training for association members or organizational partners to build your community's capacity to serve its residents. 

I can develop and present a training or coaching program tailored to your needs, whether you're looking for a generalized "Grants 101" training, or a presentation on nearly any aspect of grants, such as opportunity research or developing a budget.

You don't want to find that perfect grant opportunity, then realize that you don't have up-to-date documentation that's required, that your financial policies and procedures aren't up to par, or that you aren't ready to collect the data you'll need to collect. I can review organizational documents, policies and procedures, and program plans to make sure you're ready to apply for and implement grant-funded projects.

Sometimes it helps to step back and take a look at the big picture. Are there gaps in funding for your key programs? Is your organization relying too heavily on grants? I can help your organization identify possible limitations of your current funding streams and areas for potential growth with a mind toward sustainability and growth.

Already have a funding request that needs a fresh pair of eyes? Applied for an opportunity last year and weren't funded? A "mock review" of foundation or government applications can help make your submission more competitive. Let me review your funding proposal for alignment with the application questions and review criteria, for clarity, and to identify areas of improvement.