The Funding & Strategy

Collaborative

Your Nonprofit’s Mission Deserves More Than Hope, It Deserves Funding.

We help nonprofit leaders secure grants, sponsorships, in-kind donations, and more, while developing strategic plans that can maximize community impact.

We pride ourselves on executing alongside you - identifying funding opportunities, streamlining application processes, and eliminating administrative headaches - amplifying your nonprofit's reach.

“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”

Our Services

At A Glance

A Fractional Growth Officer (FGO) is like having a VP of Development on speed dial. We focus on strategy and application-based funding, getting grants, sponsorships, and in-kind donations, plus volunteer recruitment and mentoring as desired. Your FGO independent contractor works hand-in-hand with your leadership team to build sustainable revenue systems without the full-time overhead.
Learn More HERE.
- 10-Grant Bundles At Your Pace
  - Fast-Track (6 Months)
  - Standard (12 Months)
  - Extended (24 Months)
- Federal and State grants (over $50,000)
- Grant Mastery Bootcamps
  - 7-week, virtual, cohort-based grant research and readiness; leave with your list of best grants to pursue + new 501c3 org network
  - Affordable Housing Nonprofits
  - Veteran-Serving Nonprofits
  - Education / Mentorship / Tutoring Nonprofits
- 1:1 Grant Research
- Post-Award Management
  - Keep working with us after you win a grant!
- Grant Editing Services
  - Support for your in-house grant-writing team
- Pro-Bono Grant Awards
  - For small/new nonprofits that cannot afford a grant writer. Deadline is March 31st, and one 501c3 winner is selected annually.
- For Profit Grants
  - We do not help for-profit businesses with start-up funding. However, below is a link to a list of resources if you are in that boat.
    List of Small Business Development Funds HERE

Nonprofit Expertise In…

Housing Security & Stability

Affordable Housing • Emergency Shelter • Veterans Housing • Housing Navigation • Rental Assistance • Case Management • Senior Living • Aging in Place
Youth Development & Education

Tutoring • Mentorship • At-Risk Youth • Sports Programs • Community Colleges • Life Skills • Early Childhood Education • Camps • STEM Programs
Veteran Wellness & Success

Housing • Employment • Benefits Navigation • Mental Health • Peer Support • Suicide Prevention • Justice-Involved Veterans • Advocacy

What nonprofits say about working with us

Coach Paul LeDoux

“Over the past year, she secured over $450,000 in grant funding, going far beyond the typical 3X return on investment (ROI) for nonprofit consultants. Alex's skill in grant writing and post-award management hasn’t just brought in vital funds; it's also helped us streamline our operations and strengthen our overall capacity.”
- CEO of Better Today, Better Tomorrow
Dr Mary Welsh

"Alex is a servant leader who consistently delivers results for her nonprofit clients. She demonstrates remarkable grant strategy and commitment to supporting vulnerable communities. Her statistics over the past two years resulted in $7.45 million in funding for early-stage organizations, contact her for a conversation..."
- President of Susie Q's Kids, Inc.
Keith Hawkins

"Working with Alex on grants for COCC was a great experience. She refined our narratives and budgets and helped us secure two important grants. Her commitment to win-win solutions and her transparent, affordable approach really set her apart."
- CEO of The Color of Coffee Collective
Mary Lou Gilliland

"Alex is smart and brings a fresh perspective to grants management and writing. She quickly grasped the nuances of our services and provided insightful solutions to secure more funding. I have worked with many grant writers and was immediately impressed with Alex’s understanding of fundraising challenges for faith-based organizations. Her research using databases like Instrumentl helped prioritize foundation prospects and created a clear path forward. I'm certain these efforts will yield positive results and will gladly hire her again at a my next nonprofit!"
- Principal and Owner at Mary Lou Gilliland Consulting
Claudia Valle

“As an exceptional grant writer, Alex brings not only her expertise but also a vibrant attitude that makes collaboration enjoyable. She consistently goes above and beyond to gather all the necessary information, ensuring our on multiple grant writing projects, and I can confidently say she is an exceptional grant writer.”
- CEO of Paving the Road to Success
Robelle Salvador

"Working with Alex on my Sacred Sunflower business plan was a true pleasure. She is heart centered, empathic, and passionate about her work. Alex is able to meet you with where you are at and attune to your vision and mission. Her expertise and valuable insights were perfectly aligned with the needs of my service-based, solopreneur business. Highly recommend!"
- CEO of Sacred Sunflower
Shane Hicks

"I recently met with Alex. She's awesome. She has a great energy and her life experiences make her a perfect match for what she does. She has a heart for helping and is a great connector on this platform. I highly recommend getting to know her."
- Executive Director of RebootVA
DeAndre Austin

"In my ten years of searching for the right grant writer, I have not come across anyone as informative, hardworking, and committed as Alexandra. ... Alex's attention to detail, strategic thinking, and ability to connect with people make her a standout professional in the field. For any non-profit organization seeking a grant writer, I wholeheartedly recommend Alexandra Aryaan and The Funding & Strategy Collaborative."
- CEO & Founder of Team GRS