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Welcome to my profile! I am honored to receive the Expert-Vetted badge on Upwork, which recognizes my work on this platform as part of the top 1% of freelancers! 🥳 As a freelancer, I specialize in helping clients communicate their ideas clearly and effectively through various mediums. Whether it's writing articles or grants, editing manuscripts, proofreading books, or graphic novels, collaborating on creative projects, coaching clients on how to improve their own communication skills, providing usability feedback, training AI, or supervising a team of writers, I am dedicated to helping others achieve their goals. My educational background has provided me with the knowledge and expertise to understand the nuances of communication and the impact it can have on mental health. With my experience in clinical psychology, I have honed my skills in active listening, empathy, and fostering meaningful connections with others. Drawing from my education and clinical experience, I use a creative approach to problem-solving and have a keen eye for detail. My ultimate goal is to help my clients achieve success by providing them with the tools they need to communicate their ideas efficiently. Here are some my specialty areas: 1. Writing and Editing: Editing, Copy editing, Copywriting, Copywriter, Developmental editing, Writing, Re-organizing, Articles, Journals, Blogs, Proposal writing, Personal statements, Graduate school applications, Fellowship or residency applications, College applications, APA 7th edition, Formatting, Papers, Essays, Citations, References, Continuing Education (CEs or CEUs), APA accreditation applications 2. Academic and Research: Academic, Literature reviews (lit reviews), Reviewing, Feedback, Workbooks 3. Mental Health and Therapy: Psychology, Therapy, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), REBT (Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy), Psychodynamic, Trauma and trauma-focused therapy, Mental health, Well-being, Anxiety, Depression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD, AD/HD, ADHD), Autism spectrum disorders, Self-esteem, Mental health disorders, Sleep problems, Substance use or misuse treatment, Alcohol, Drugs 4. Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) and Educational Support: Social and emotional learning (SEL), Curriculums, Tutoring 5. Grants and Non-Profit Work: Grants (non-profit), Advising, Consultation, Proposal writing, Editing grants, Federal grants, Foundation grants, State grants 6. Technology and Design: AI, Apps, UI and UX design and research, Consulting, Mental Health Apps and Workbooks, Beta testing AI and mental health apps, Prompt writing and editing

With over two decades of grant expertise, I excel in acquiring and managing foundation, state, and federal grants, including multi-million-dollar awards. I offer tailored grant services, including: 1. Grant Writing: Crafting compelling, well-researched proposals. 2. Proposal Idea Development: Shaping strong project concepts. 3. Grant Implementation: Guiding practical project execution. 4. Grant Reporting: Ensuring timely compliance with detailed reports. 5. Funder Identification: Curating potential grant sources aligned with your goals. 6. Strategic Planning: Aligning projects with long-term funding opportunities. Dedicated to personalized, success-driven service, let's collaborate to bring your projects to life through effective grant strategies.

Many nonprofits don’t have a fundraising problem — they have a development leadership gap. I work with established nonprofit organizations as a fractional Director of Development, helping leadership stabilize revenue, organize fundraising systems, and move from reactive fundraising to planned, sustainable growth. I do not work on commission or one-off “grant fishing.” My work is best suited for organizations that want structure, clarity, and long-term fundraising capacity. What I Actually Do 🔸My work is outcome-driven and typically includes: 🔸Designing and overseeing annual fund strategy 🔸Grant pipeline planning, research, and proposal development 🔸Major donor prospecting and leadership-level giving strategy 🔸Case for support and donor-facing messaging 🔸Board and executive-level fundraising guidance 🔸CRM and donor systems organization I focus on what needs to be built or fixed, not just what needs to be written. Typical Engagements I typically work with organizations in one of the following ways: ✅Fractional Director of Development support (monthly) Ongoing leadership-level support focused on revenue stability, fundraising planning, donor strategy, and organizational clarity. ✅Fundraising stabilization or infrastructure reset (90-day engagement) A time-bound engagement to organize fundraising systems, clarify priorities, build pipelines, and address gaps limiting growth. ✅Annual fund or campaign planning and execution Strategy, messaging, timelines, and execution support for annual appeals, Giving Tuesday, and year-end campaigns. ✅Grant pipeline development and submission cycles Prospect research, calendar development, proposal strategy, and submission management across state, national, and private funders. ✅Major donor and board fundraising strategy Prospect identification, cultivation planning, and leadership and board engagement support. How I Work I work in structured, outcome-driven engagements rather than open-ended task lists. Each engagement is organized around a small number of active priorities, clear deliverables, and regular close-out communication so progress is visible and nothing drifts. At the beginning of each month or project phase, we align on focus and expectations. Work is handled primarily asynchronously, with targeted check-ins as needed to maintain momentum without unnecessary meetings. Each period concludes with a brief written summary outlining what moved forward, what is ready next, and any decisions needed from leadership. This approach provides clarity, accountability, and steady progress while allowing nonprofit leaders to stay focused on mission and operations rather than managing fundraising tasks. Experience & Results ➡️Led and wrote six annual fund campaigns raising $4M+ ➡️Directed fundraising events, including two galas raising $2M+ ➡️Secured state, national, and private foundation funding, including USDA and major arts councils ➡️Built major donor pipelines (500+ HNW prospects) and advised on complex, organization-shaping gifts ➡️Serve on the board of a nonprofit I advised through founding and 501(c)(3) approval ➡️Completed Master’s-level academic work (NYU) in fundraising and philanthropy What Clients Are Saying ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Pete’s insights and guidance were instrumental in helping us establish key initiatives. I highly recommend him to any organization seeking a strategic partner in nonprofit development.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Peter jumped into our organization’s mindset with ease and helped us achieve a defined goal within strict time constraints. He was creative, focused, and highly effective.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Peter did a phenomenal job taking the time to understand our needs and delivering significant results. We will absolutely work with him again.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Peter delivers valuable strategy, messaging, and direction to our fundraising efforts. He brings a unique and refreshing perspective.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Peter is a bright, reliable, and strategic nonprofit fundraiser. He sticks to schedules and delivers high-quality work.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Peter’s letter writing produced real results for our nonprofit. He’s skilled, responsive, and easy to work with.” If you’re looking for fundraising leadership rather than task execution, use the Invite to Job button and include a brief overview of your organization and current challenges. I’m happy to start with a conversation to assess fit.

I am a business consultant who focuses on enabling new founders and established business owners to succeed by providing business strategy support, writing comprehensive business plans, preparing compelling pitch decks, developing financial forecasts, and by assisting with capital raises. Since 2020 I have enabled over 300 entrepreneurs to raise in excess of $50 million to launch their companies and achieve their goals. I am ready to help you do the same right now! I am an entrepreneur myself. I founded and run the Acre of Independence Farm in Woodbury Connecticut, which delivers high quality organic produce, poultry products and maple syrup to a growing list of customers. Recently I co-founded Axiom Business Strategies, which provides dedicated support to new entrepreneurs and established companies seeking greater success in their respective industries. I am also a veteran, a retired Army Green Beret who spent nearly 27 years on active duty, which included four combat tours in Afghanistan and service in Latin America and Sub-Saharan Africa. In my final military assignment, I served in the White House as a Director for Counterterrorism on the National Security Council. I have a B.S. in Finance from the University of Connecticut, an MBA from Webster's University, a Master in Military Arts and Science degree from the School for Advanced Military Studies, and a Master of Science Degree in Resource Strategy from National Defense University. If you are looking for support refining your business strategy, creating your business plan or pitch deck, developing your financial forecast, or raising capital, please contact me today, and let’s get started!

I am a dedicated non-profit grant consultant with extensive experience in prospect research and crafting compelling grant narratives for human services non-profits. Skilled in creating funder profiles focused on hunger relief, early childhood education, and youth development. Adept at collaborating on successful proposals, exceeding $150K in awards. Proven track record of sub-contracting as a grant consultant and crafting winning grant proposals for various projects. Strong adaptability, project management, and tech-savvy abilities.

I specialize in helping K-12 STEM and CTE education change makers turn their vision into validated success. With a deep-rooted passion and proven track record in advancing STEM education, I've led pioneering learning experiences since 2008, positively impacting nearly 4 million learners. My expertise lies in leveraging synergies between people and systems to not only prove but enhance the impact of STEM, career readiness, and immersive tech through grant funding and program evaluation. Bringing a commitment to excellence and mindblowing efficiency, my specialized package offerings are delivered with swift, actionable insights, enabling your organization to quickly prove and promote the power of your program or product. Subject Matter Expert in in K-12 STEM, CTE, and XR education: ► Grant Prospect Research ► Grant Writing ► Grant Program Evaluation ► Instructional Design