I provide flexible contract options tailored to nonprofits of every size, always putting your mission and goals at the center of our work.
Short-term Contracts
Funding Strategy
A Funding Strategy contract provides clients with a tailored roadmap to identify optimal grant opportunities aligned with their organization's mission and programming. The contract will begin with a Kick-Off Meeting ensuring all aspects of your program are understood. The first four weeks of research focus on evaluating over 200 potential grant opportunities by ensuring eligibility, reviewing funder 990s and previous giving history, and narrowing the list to 20 top prospects. During the final four weeks, we will begin funder outreach to build relationships with funders and assess grant competitiveness, recommending only those grants with a winning chance of over 19%. The final deliverable includes a detailed schedule of the top 5-10 grants to pursue, considering deadlines and cost-sharing requirements, along with insights into the funders and recommendations for effective application approaches.
Grant Writing
A Grant Writing contract provides clients with a full-service solution for developing and submitting a complete grant application. The process begins with a Kick-Off meeting to align project details, and expectations, and gather necessary materials. Mackenzie and her team will then develop a persuasive and structured narrative tailored to the grant’s requirements. Our writing and editing process ensures the grant narrative is compelling, clear, and adheres to all guidelines. In addition, we will compile all required attachments and provide guidance on assembling supporting documents such as Letters of Support, budget narratives, and financial statements. A thorough quality control review will be conducted to guarantee the entire application is complete and error-free. Finally, the submission process is handled with care, ensuring the application is submitted well before the deadline.
Annual Contracts
Retainer Basic
A Retainer Basic contract offers clients comprehensive monthly grant writing and consulting services to ensure ongoing support and successful grant applications. This service includes upgrading a Funding Strategy to a living Grant Pursuit Calendar, and regularly updating it with new grant opportunities and deadlines. This contract includes client/staff collaboration, ongoing communication, and complete project management. Additional projects may be undertaken based on mutual agreement, billed separately if needed. Key outcomes include a continuously updated Grant Pursuit Calendar, a three-person team for every grant application, and complete grant management.
Retainer Plus
A Retainer Plus Contract offers all the bells and whistles of a Retainer Basic contract, with the added benefit of grant reporting. This service includes grant management, ensuring timely submission of required reports, and proactive communication with funders.