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Chidera B.

Umuahia, Nigeria

$15/hr
4.3
64 jobs

Do Not Miss This Funding Season!! You need a Grant Writer who bridges the gap between Your Nonprofits and Funding Opportunities… This week, I will use My 24/7 spot on STRATEGY, AVAILABILITY and COMMUNICATION, to get your FUNDING dreams to You!! With me, you don’t need to hire multiple freelancers to effect your grant proposals or ensure timely submission to funding opportunities for your nonprofit(s), and business(es). So, let me help you save money as an expert consultant for your Grant Writing, Grant Research, Pitch decks, Applications and Fundraising strategy the right way. With 6+ years of experience and millions of funding secured, I’m back revamped and fully updated with new approaches and measures to help you finalise your proposals and grant applications once, correctly, and on time. I combine Business Strategy, Market Research, Budget Management, Persuasive Grant Writing, and Nonprofit impact story, with strong communication and problem-solving skills to deliver proposals that stand out anywhere around the world. 🔹 What I Deliver ✍️ Grant Research & Prospect Lists (aligned funders, direct links, deadlines, funding amounts, and application strategy) ✍️ Winning Business Plans & Strategic Proposals (Federal, State, Program, Capital & Capacity Building Grants) ✍️ Grant Writing (impact-driven, persuasive, and funder-aligned) ✍️ Grant Applications (timely submission, compliance, and follow-up) ✍️ General Operating, Program, and Capital Grant Support ✍️ Proposal Review, Editing & Proofreading ✍️ Letters of Intent (LOIs) ✍️ Grant Documentation, Evaluation Plans & Grant Coordination 💥 Industries Served Small & Medium Businesses | Nonprofits | Social Services | Healthcare & Healthcare IT | Arts & Culture | Education | STEM & AI | Engineering | Financial Services | Transportation ⭐Client Review Ghazal: "Chidera helped me review and revise a proposal I'd been putting off for months in a very short time. He’s enthusiastic, detail-oriented, skilled, supportive, and a pleasure to work with. I’m glad to have found a solid grant writer with affordable fees for solo entrepreneurs and micro-businesses. Highly recommended!" Let’s align your goals, secure funding, and move your organisation forward. 👉 Send me an invite or message let’s get started.

  • Market Research
  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Application
  • Business Plan
  • Business Planning & Strategy
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • English
  • Capacity Building Grant
  • Capital Grant
  • General Operating Grant
  • Fundraising
  • Pitch Deck
  • Grant Proposal
  • Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
  • Grant Writing Consultation
  • Program Grant
  • Grant Objectives & Methodology
  • In-Kind Grant
Zoey C.

Newport Beach, California

$65/hr
4.9
475 jobs

📈 Business Plans • SBA/Investor Packages • Loan Brokerage | 3–5 Day Turnaround I'm a featured presenter for SBA's SCORE Workshop "How to Write a Business Plan" (Orange County, CA) and have helped clients secure millions in funding through investor-ready packages, SBA loans, and strategic loan brokerage. Real Client Results:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I was able to execute a 2.5 mil business deal with Zoey's well put together Business Plan. The was worth every dime." What I offer: ✍️ BUSINESS PLAN - I've helped clients raise millions through well-researched, professionally written business plans. Each one is original, visually polished, and built around your specific business. SBA Loans • Bank Loans • Investor • Business Consulting • Startup Consulting • Financial Consulting • Executive Summary • Business Overview • Target Market • Market Research • Industry Analysis • Mission and Vision Statement • Competitor Analysis • SWOT • Pricing Strategy • Organizational Structure • Marketing Plan Overview • Financial Model • Graphic Design • Revisions included ✍️ LOAN BROKERAGE I connect startups and established businesses with the right lenders so you can secure capital without the runaround. I’ll help you navigate loan options and present a lender-ready file. SBA Loans • Bank Loans • Startup Capital • Line of Credit • Working Capital Loans • Term Loans • Equipment Financing • Invoice Financing • Real Estate Loans • Capital Access Strategy • Documentation Prep • Business Plan + Financial Model Packages • Loan Readiness Assessment • Revisions Included ✍️ MARKET RESEARCH / FEASIBILITY / START UP PLAN - For clients who want to validate their idea or understand their market before committing. I deliver the data and analysis you need to make an informed decision. Startup Consulting • Financial Consulting • Startup Accounting • Feasibility Study • Feasibility Study • Market & Industry Research • Competitor Analysis • SWOT • Financial Feasibility • Five-Year Pro Forma • Capital Requirements ✍️ FINANCIAL MODELING - A detailed, five-year financial model that gives you a realistic picture of your business's profitability — and gives lenders and investors the numbers they need to say yes. Expert Financial Consulting • Capital Requirements (Financing and Financing Breakdown) • Revenue Assumptions Year 1 through Year 5 • Revenue Summary • Operational Assumptions (Direct Costs, Payroll, Overhead) • Net Present Value (includes discounted cash flow) • Expense/Revenue Ratio • Sensitivity Analysis (Includes discounted cash flow) • Five-Year Income Statement Pro Forma • Five-Year Balance Sheet Pro Forma • Five-Year Cash Flow Pro Forma • Revisions included ✅An original document, guaranteed ✅Infographics and captivating visualizations ✅Quick turnaround Upwork testimonials: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "Zoey has so far been the best consultant we have ever worked with. We went through big consulting firms previously and paid a lot of money for a business plan which could not be compared to what Zoey had delivered for us in a short period of time" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ -"Zoey was one of our favorite freelancers to work with in 2021. It almost felt like she understood more about the inner workings of our new business than we did. I would hire Arezo again in a heartbeat as she adds more value than just developing business plans. She can also be a great advisor and give business or financial ideas as well." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ -"Zoey was fantastic! Can't thank her enough, writers like her are hard to come by and I look forward to working with her again in the near future." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "She detailed the assignment so well it blew me away. I messaged her the word "wow". I could not think of a better person to hire for this contract and will most definitely call upon her again if needed." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "This was absolutely an amazing experience, she's very skillful. Best experience yet. Zoey gave me exactly what I needed with my business plan. Her communication, availability and overall quality of work was awesome. Thank you Zoey!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "Stellar performer, well organized, good listener, great attention to detail. Pitch Deck recommendation versus formal business plan was great alternative. Thank you Zoey! You're a champion." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "Diamond in the ruff." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "I can’t thank Zoey enough for her work. From the very beginning of our partnership for this project, Zoey was the epitome of professionalism, dedication, and reliability. Her constant communication, honesty in feedback, flexibility and patience -with last minute changes and requests, were all part of what made the project so successful.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - "Zoey and her team have consistently helped our clients secure funding through comprehensive feasibility reports, business plans, pitch decks, and investor teasers. We’ve been working with her for years"

  • Market Research
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Business Proposal Writing
  • Business Plan
  • Business Writing
Hussainat A.

Ilorin, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
6 jobs

WHAT IF SECURING A GRANT DID'NT HAVE TO FEEL LIKE CLIMBING A MOUNTAIN ALONE? Most nonprofits and profit organizations leave thousands , sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars on the table every year. Not because they lack a great mission. But because they lack the right strategy, the right words, and the right person in their corner. That's where I come in. I'm Hussainat and I'm not your average grant writer. I'm a Grant Strategist and Funding Agent who doesn't just write proposals. I research, position, and craft applications that make funders stop, read, and say yes. Here's my promise to you: I will have sleepless nights and productive days until your funding goals become your funding reality. **What makes me different?** While most grant writers hand you a generic proposal and wish you luck — I go deeper. Before writing a single word, I study your organization inside out, research your target funders, analyze their giving history, and build a strategy that aligns your mission with exactly what the funder is looking for. The result? Proposals that don't just get submitted — they get funded. **Here's what I handle for you:** ✅ Grant Research & Prospect Lists tailored to your mission and eligibility ✅ Full Grant Proposals, Applications & Letters of Intent (LOIs) ✅ Capital, Capacity-Building & General Operating Grants ✅ RFPs, RFQs & SBIR Proposals ✅ Business Plans, Budget Proposals & Executive Summaries ✅ Grant Objectives, Methodology & Measurable Outcomes ✅ Evaluation Plans aligned with funder reporting requirements ✅ Fundraising Strategy, Sponsorship & Crowdfunding Support **Who I work with:** 🔹 Nonprofits & NGOs 🔹 Small & Minority-Owned Businesses 🔹 Startups & Social Enterprises 🔹 Community & Faith-Based Organizations **My background gives me a unique edge.** With a foundation in Public Health, I understand community needs assessment, measurable impact, and evidence-based communication — the exact language funders speak. I don't just write well. I write strategically. Your time is too valuable to spend wrestling with complex applications, chasing deadlines, and second-guessing your narrative. While you focus on running your organization and serving your community, I focus on one thing: **Getting you funded.** I don't just submit applications. I position you to win. 📩 Ready to pursue funding with strategy, confidence, and precision? Send me a message , let's build your funding future together.

  • Market Research
  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Application
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Grant Documentation
  • Proposal Writing
  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Grant Objectives & Methodology
  • Grant Proposal
  • Business Plan Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Budget Proposal
  • Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
  • Business Services
  • Program Grant
  • Government Procurement
  • RFP Writing
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Fundraising
  • Project Proposal
Gabriel S.

Bucharest, Romania

$125/hr
4.9
166 jobs

I help founders, investors, and corporate teams make faster, better capital and strategy decisions through institutional-grade financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis. As a former Big 4 consultant at Deloitte and PwC, with an MBA and an Engineering degree, I bring a rare combination of finance, strategy, and technical rigor. I have supported engagements that helped clients raise over $500M in capital, delivering models and analyses used in real investment and board-level decisions. 𝗔𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 Financial Modeling & Forecasting Integrated 3-statement models, budgeting, long-term planning, scenario and sensitivity analysis. Valuation & Transaction Analysis DCF, comparable companies, precedent transactions, LBO modeling, M&A support, and due diligence. Financial Planning & Performance FP&A, cash flow planning, performance tracking, and investor reporting. Fundraising & Investor Materials Pitch decks, investment memorandums, and financial narratives for capital raising. Strategy & Business Analysis Market research, business planning, competitive benchmarking, and growth strategy. Sector-Specific Modeling SaaS metrics (CAC, LTV, churn), energy and infrastructure, real estate models, and project finance. 𝗧𝘆𝗽𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 Fundraising preparation, investor reporting, acquisition analysis, budgeting and long-term planning, business case development, and turnaround or restructuring situations. I design every deliverable for decision-making clarity, with clean, audit-ready models, transparent assumptions, and built-in flexibility for scenario and sensitivity analysis. My work is structured to be used directly by founders, investors, and senior management. Experience spans AI and SaaS, energy and infrastructure, real estate, fintech, manufacturing, retail, public markets, and Web3. Tools and technical stack include advanced Microsoft Excel, VBA automation, financial forecasting systems, and cap table modeling. Top Rated and Expert-Vetted on Upwork, with consistent client feedback highlighting analytical depth, speed, and reliability. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸: 🗨️ “Exceptional as always, this is my 5th or 6th project with Gabriel and each one has been a smooth and efficient process with no delays. Have already engaged with him for another contract.” 𝗟𝘂𝗸𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘆 🗨️ “Gabriel is extremely professional and completed the financial model on time. In addition to producing an excellent finished product he gives great advice, implementing things that we didn't think of.” 𝗔𝗻𝗱𝘆 𝗔𝗷𝗮𝘆𝗶 🗨️ “I can't wait to work with him again! He's a highly skilled and multi-faceted collaborator who's determined to help you cross the finish line.” 𝗗𝗶𝘅𝗶𝗲 𝗛𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗺𝗮𝗻

  • Financial Modeling
  • Valuation
  • Financial Analysis & Valuation
  • Financial Planning
  • Financial Analysis
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Business Planning & Strategy
  • Due Diligence
  • Financial Projection
  • Business Consulting
  • Business Plan
  • Business Analysis
  • Strategic Planning
  • Management Consulting
  • Real Estate Financial Modeling
  • Data Analysis
  • Budgeting & Forecasting Software
  • Project Finance
  • Accounting
  • Financial Plan
Kristen L.

Houston, Texas

$85/hr
4.9
435 jobs

🥇 Expert-Vetted - Upwork's Top 1% of talent🥇 For over 20 years, I have been ranked as the top American researcher on Upwork. Trusted by Johnson & Johnson, Microsoft, IKEA, P&G, Medtronic, Harvard Business School, and members of several Fortune 500 Private Talent Clouds on Upwork. What I deliver: • Market Research: Market sizing, opportunity analysis, and industry deep-dives using primary and secondary sources. Full access to IBISWorld, Mintel, Euromonitor Passport, and Statista. Custom surveys available. • Competitive Analysis: A structured 3-stage review of competitor products, services, value propositions, and business models, so you know exactly where you stand. • AI Fact-Checking, Audit & Human Review: Expert human review and audit of AI-generated content. I fact-check claims, catch hallucinations, verify sources and audit accuracy. • Best Practice + Benchmark Research: The proven processes and standards that outperform in your industry. • Academic + Scientific Research: Peer-reviewed, defensible sourcing (education, psychology, medical, economics, public policy, etc.). • Writing + Reporting: Whitepapers, formal reports, and literature reviews that turn findings into something you can act on and share. How I work: Clear scope up front, primary + secondary sourcing and a report structured for decision making. My work has informed publications in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and top peer-reviewed journals. If you have a market to understand, a competitor to size up, or a question that needs a defensible answer - send me the details and I'll tell you exactly how I'd approach it.

  • Market Research
  • Company Research
  • Academic Research
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Competitor Research
  • Competitive Intelligence
  • Research & Strategy
  • Market Survey
  • Survey Design
  • Research & Development
  • Scientific Research
  • Research Summary
  • Report Writing
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Topic Research
  • Legal Research
  • Survey
  • Secondary Research
Joshua B.

New York, New York

$50/hr
5.0
30 jobs

After two decades in corporate research, analysis, analytics, and presentations, I shifted to freelance work so I could bring my skills in Excel, data science, and presentation development to smaller businesses, nonprofits, and individuals doing work that matters. I’ve worked across business, education, and community organizing, and I know how to deliver results whether I’m optimizing a marketing model, building an executive dashboard, or cleaning up a spreadsheet nightmare. There are plenty of talented freelancers out there. What sets me apart is the combination of technical skill, high standards from working with demanding clients, and a deep commitment to making sure your data actually helps you move forward. I take pride in the clarity, speed, and reliability of my work because I know how costly it can be when something isn’t done right the first time.Some people speak code, some people speak data, some people speak business, and some people speak human. I speak all of their languages and am an expert translator between them all. When You Work With Me: I sign on as part of your team—fully invested in (y)our success. I take time to understand your business and goals, and tailor my approach accordingly. I focus on one project at a time, so you’ll have my full attention. I communicate clearly and consistently, with regular updates and opportunities for feedback. I often go beyond the original brief because I see something interesting in the data that could be useful to you—and if it is, I’ll share it. If you’re not sure whether your project is a fit, feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to talk through it. Services 📊 PowerPoint & Presentation Design The perfect presentation balances style and substance. I’ll help you build a slide deck that not only looks great but also tells your story clearly. If you’re presenting live, I can also create separate versions optimized for delivery vs. standalone reading—and coach you on how to present it like a pro. 📈 Excel & Spreadsheet Automation From spreadsheet creation and optimization to BI tools and beyond, I build Excel tools that are powerful, intuitive, and cleanly designed. I also bring macro/VBA, dynamic formulas, and dashboarding into play as needed—without making the file a black box. 📉 Data Visualization The best analysis is useless if no one understands it. I design clear, impactful visualizations that highlight what matters—no spaghetti graphs, no rainbow pie charts, just good design tailored to your audience. 🧠 Data Science & Analysis I specialize in making complex data feel approachable. Whether you're looking for basic insights or advanced modeling (regression, clustering, ensemble methods, machine learning), I can help you uncover patterns, tell a story, and make better decisions. 📝 Copy Editing Whether it’s an essay, a white paper, a grant proposal, or a research deck, I’ll help tighten your writing and make sure it’s polished, persuasive, and typo-free.

  • Market Research
  • Presentations
  • Data Science
  • Data Analysis
  • Regression Testing
  • Visualization
  • Business Analysis
  • Predictive Analytics
  • Quantitative Analysis
  • Survey Design

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