The Funding & Strategy
Collaborative
Meet our team:
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together!”
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Alex Aryaan
Founder / Lover of All Things Nonprofit Funding / FGO / Grant Writing
Colorado, USA
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Jess Rasmussen
Education Nonprofit Expert / Grant Writing Wizard / Grant Editing Expert
Wisconsin, USA
Our Values:
1. Integrity:
Our relationships are built on trust, honesty, and transparency, with every interaction grounded in ethical conduct. As proud members of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP), we strictly adhere to the AFP Code of Ethical Standards, including rejecting commission-based payment proposals to maintain fairness. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to know who to trust these days - we’ve experienced it ourselves, having lost thousands of dollars due to bad remote companies and vendors. That’s why we are committed to ensuring you receive the genuine value and integrity you deserve.
2. Collaboration:
Success is a joint effort, and abundance is unlimited. We bring 100% to every project and expect the same dedication from our clients. Our hands-on, collaborative approach is designed to evolve with your needs, ensuring flexibility at every stage. We offer personalized, one-on-one support for personal solutions that keep your goals front and center.
3. Innovation & Technology:
We harness advanced technology to optimize processes and achieve results. Tools like Asana, Monday.com, and Google Spreadsheets keep our projects organized and on schedule, with real-time collaboration ensuring nothing falls through the cracks. Our use of AI brings fresh insights into narratives and budgets, sharpening your strategies for better outcomes. Innovation and technology are also important for capacity building, ensuring your organization is moving towards operating at peak performance. That way, when you secure a grant, you'll be prepared to impress funders and build long-term, recurring partnerships.
4. Excellence:
Guided by the Japanese philosophy of Kaizen (continuous improvement), we focus on making small but impactful changes to systems and processes that enhance efficiency, quality, and effectiveness. These incremental improvements lay the groundwork for lasting success. Rather than chasing elusive perfection, we prioritize concrete progress and measurable results. We continually evaluate our performance, holding ourselves to the highest standards to ensure that every project reflects our dedication to delivering exceptional outcomes.
5. Sustainability:
Our commitment to both economic and environmental sustainability is at the core of our operations. By working remotely and leveraging technology, we significantly reduce our carbon footprint, actively promoting environmental sustainability. Simultaneously, we focus on empowering our clients to build financial and strategic resilience, ensuring their long-term success and contribution to a robust economy. Together, we champion practices that foster a sustainable future for both communities and the planet.
Our Vision:
Imagine a world where nonprofit leaders and social entrepreneurs have what they need to truly succeed. We believe in the power of connection - that when we serve others and our communities, we all rise together. Through servant-leadership, we are working to create positive change, even in small but important ways.
Our Goal:
Drawing on our lived-experiences, research skills, marketing expertise, and love of writing, we partner with nonprofit and SME leaders to transform communities. Our goal is to secure $100 million for our clients before we close. We build organizational capacity and offer the kind of human care and guidance that AI cannot replace.

