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expertise in the nonprofit sector has been within Development, specifically in
the area of grants: internal prospecting and prospect research, grant portfolio
evaluation, developing and executing grant calendars, preparing grant
proposals, and reviewing organization approaches and implementing effective
strategies and practices. I also bring experience in nonprofit consulting,
where I’ve supported grassroots organizations in building sustainable
infrastructures and establishing effective fund development practices. My work
has included guiding strategic planning, evaluating organizational grant
readiness, and helping teams build strong development programs from the ground
up. This background allows me to approach grant writing with a deep
understanding of what funders look for and how to position an organization for
long-term growth. I have obtained Certificates in Grant Writing
and Administration and in Project Management. I am actively involved with the
Grant Professionals Association of Orange County and have also taken part in
collaborations with the Los Angeles chapter and San Diego chapter. I am also
Grant Professional Certified, one of 21 credentialed Grant Writers in the state
of California, and of 514 nationwide.
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A Grant Readiness Evaluation offers organizations a clear and proactive roadmap to strengthen their internal infrastructure, highlighting opportunities to build capacity and position themselves for successful grant funding. The evaluation identifies
The timeline for a Grant Readiness Evaluation fluctuates due to varying factors such as: organization size, documentation available, turn around for information requests, etc. On average a Grant Readiness Evaluation takes approximately 4-6 weeks.
We will meet a minimum of two times (Discovery Meeting and Final Review/Action Plan Meeting). Additional communication will take place through email for information requests. Every client has different needs. At times a mid-point check-in meeting may be scheduled based on individual clients needs.
Organizations will need to be committed and proactive in gathering information and providing documentation. Evaluations require in-depth knowledge of the organization. It is important to select a point of contact who will be able to speak to the organizations operations to facilitate the process.
Absolutely! If you are new to grants, this is the best investment you can make to build a strong foundation for grant fundraising. In fact the Grant Readiness Evaluation is best suited for small to mid-size nonprofits who are new to submitting grants.
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