With our experience in grantmaking and grant-reviewing we know what funders want to see on your grant application.

Precise and simple answers, relevant statistics and  18 years of successful proposal writing experience goes into the professional work we provide our clients. All of our work is done by contract with an exact scope of work tailored to your  nonprofit needs.

With experience as a grant reviewer for local projects, Health and Human Services and the Compassion Capital Fund Project all of our expertise will be used to create a comptitive proposal for your program.

Are you a grantwriter?

I am a grant writer with 18 years of successful projects ranging from $1,000 to 2 million dollar projects including cash and assets.

Do you think we can obtain a grant?

 I tell all my customers that  I can guarantee to write a good grant but I can never guarantee that any organization will get a grant. There are so many variables involved that include your funding history, the availability of grants for your interest area and your record keeping. Record keeping involves your financial records, board minutes etc. 

What should I do if I can't get a grant?

I can help you by working to build your capacity. That is working with you to sharpen your organizations ability to look attractive and professional to a funder or other donors in your community. I also help to shore up weak areas or gaps in your organization so that you can move forward toward your mission and vision.

What kind of documents do you need?  

Articles of incorporation, bylaws and the 501c3 determination letter from the IRS that shows you are an approved nonprofit, board members names and duties. I also need copies of your financial records such as profit/loss statements etc. 

What's the cost?  I charge an hourly fee to write a grant or for consultation. Set fees can be negotiated for grants.

Can I wait until I get the grant to pay you? No. All fees are due when the work is given to the client. Some contracts require a portion of fees in advance.

Why do I need preparation for funding? Because a lot of organizations are not ready, don't have proper paperwork, boards are not in order, no funding history etc.  Your chances of obtaining funding decrease if you are not ready to receive funding.

Whats your success rate?  My success rate has been very good. The reason its good is that If I see issues that will not let you get funded I straighten those out first before I write for my customers. When I write a grant I make a formal presentation to the grantor about you. I want you to look good the first time. (References can be given if needed)

I'm not sure if we fit the criteria to receive grants.  The criteria for each grant is different. My job is to find one that matches your mission and vision. Organizations who give grants only give to those who fit into the criteria of their mission of giving.