• Expertise and Experience: Our professional grant writers bring years of expertise, crafting compelling proposals that resonate with funding organizations.

• Time-saving: Outsourcing grant writing frees up your time to focus on other crucial aspects of your project or organization, increasing efficiency.

• Increased Success Rates: With seasoned grant writers tailoring each application to meet specific requirements, your chances of securing grants are significantly enhanced.

When to Outsource:

• Limited Internal Resources: If your organization lacks internal capacity or expertise for effective grant writing, outsourcing provides access to professional skills.

• High-Stakes Applications: For major grants or highly competitive funding opportunities, outsourcing to experienced grant writers maximizes your chances of success.

• Temporary Workload Surge: Outsourcing grant writing helps manage temporary workload spikes without committing to long-term hires, especially beneficial for handling large, complex federal grants.

In short, NO.

Here’s why:

Accepting a percentage of a grant award as compensation for grant writing or related services is a violation of the Grant Professionals Association (GPA) and Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Code of Ethics.

According to the Code of Ethics, “Members shall not accept or pay a finder’s fee, commission, or percentage of compensation based on grants and shall take care to discourage their organizations from making such payments.”

We adhere to the code of ethics to uphold the highest values of our profession, ensure compliance with established standards, and consistently seek win-win solutions for all involved.

Many organizations wonder if they are "grant ready." Essentially, being "grant ready" means having the foundational elements in place to apply for and manage the majority of grants out there effectively.

Here is what you typically need:

• IRS 501(c)(3) Letter – Proof of your nonprofit status.

• Board List – Details of board members, including affiliations, demographics, and service terms.

• Active Programs with Impact Data – Information on your current programs and their outcomes.

• Board-Approved Strategic Plan – A strategic plan that has been formally approved by your board.

• Current Annual Budget – Your most recent budget.

• Previous Year’s P&L and Balance Sheet – Financial statements from the previous year.

• Compliance – Evidence of annual 990 tax filings.

• State Solicitation of Contributions Letter – Required if your state mandates it.

For additional guidance, check out our Grant Ready Express course, launching in March 2025!

Mostly 501(c)(3) nonprofits, but call us, and even if we're not the right fit, don't worry - we'll do our best to connect you with a trusted partner in our network.

• Association or Society

• Community Foundation

• Corporate Foundation

• Corporate Giving Program

• Foundation, Fund, or Trust

• Giving Circle

• Government Entity or Intergovernmental Organization

• Other Sources

• Religious

Our logo - a lotus flower with a growth bar in the center - symbolizes the journey of nonprofits and nonprofit founders rising above adversity.

Just as the lotus blooms from the murky, muddy waters, nonprofits have the potential to grow and thrive even when faced with challenging external and internal circumstances.

The growth bar at the core of the logo represents the steady, strategic progress that we can achieve with the right support and strategy.

Independent consultants and contractors often appear costly, but this reflects the specialized training, education, and experience they bring to the table. We not only save you valuable time (and time = money) but also deliver impactful results.

Unlike full-time or part-time employees, we help you avoid additional expenses such as fringe benefits, training, and taxes.

We invest in our own software and tools (e.g. grant databases, project management software, etc.) to ensure that we can provide the best possible experience and outcomes for your projects and organization as a whole.

Partnering with us or another independent contractor means that you save over 25%+ compared to the costs associated with employee fringe benefits, software's, and taxes.

By outsourcing, you're not only cutting hidden costs but also gaining access to top-tier expertise and results, without overhead and administrative burden.

It’s a smart investment that offers significant savings and more importantly - exceptional value.

An LOI, or Letter of Inquiry/Intent, is a brief document designed to introduce your organization and its programs to a potential grantor.

This initial contact allows the grantor to quickly evaluate whether your project aligns with their funding priorities.

Typically 1-3 pages long, the LOI offers a concise overview of the project or programs seeking support.

Many foundations use the LOI as a preliminary screening tool to determine if your proposal fits within their giving guidelines.

If the LOI captures their interest, they may request more detailed information for further consideration.

On average, you can expect to win 1 in every 5 grants that we apply for. This is contingent on several factors above and beyond quality of writing including: your impact data, your ability to manage funds in the past and present, the strength of your programs, and your infrastruvture - such as bookkeeping, marketing, program staff, case notes software, et cetera.

Short answer: No!

While AI can assist with certain writing tasks, it can never replace the critical thinking, unique perspectives, coaching, project management, and creativity we bring to the table.

Our team possesses a deep understanding of funding opportunities, the ability to build relationships with funders, and the strategic insight needed to craft compelling, custom proposals.

AI simply can’t replicate the human expertise that drives successful grant outcomes.

Strategic planning is an organizational process that documents a business's intended direction and helps create meaningful KPIs to measure success. It ensures resources and efforts align with data-backed goals.

Strategic planning aligns stakeholders toward common goals while combating decision-making biases through data validation. It enables effective progress tracking through clearly defined KPIs at all organizational levels.