The Funding & Strategy

Collaborative

Your Mission Deserves More Than Hope.
It Deserves Money.
We partner with visionary leaders like you to secure transformative grants and craft strategic plans that amplify your community impact. You've conquered the greatest challenge already - building a purpose-driven organization that changes lives. Now let us help you achieve the financial and impact growth your mission truly deserves.

Services At A Glance

What are they? Grants are free money for nonprofits that do not require repayment (unlike loans).
Who gives them? Foundations, Government agencies, Corporations & more
What do they fund? Programs, projects, operations, or infrastructure, typically.
Our Services:
- Grant Research + Capacity Building [Learn More Here]
- Grant Writing & Submissions [Learn More Here]
  - Winning grants requires strategic preparation, compelling positioning, smart budgeting, strong funder relationships, and translating your work into solutions funders value.
- Pro-Bono Grant Awards (for small/new nonprofits) [Learn More Here]
What is it? Strategic planning is the process of creating a blueprint to guide your organization for a specified time period and help accomplish mission-related goals. It involves reflecting on your mission to identify your most important objectives and determining the strategies you'll use to reach them.
Our Services:
- Foundations First Strategic Planning (for first-time planning)
- Future-Proofing Strategic Planning (risk management focus)
- Vision-to-Impact Strategic Planning (operations focus)
Learn More HERE.
What is it? A sponsorship is when a company commits money or resources to a nonprofit event or program in exchange for promotional benefits like brand visibility and marketing exposure.
Our Services: We create professional sponsorship decks and targeted outreach strategies that transform your fundraising event into a magnet for corporate support.
Learn More HERE.
What is it? A Fractional Growth Officer is a part-time, contracted executive who provides strategic fundraising and development expertise to nonprofits seeking professional leadership without the cost of a full-time hire.
Learn More HERE.

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WHAT MISSION-DRIVEN LEADERS 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