I am a professional writer and owner of Bridgewater Writing & Grant Services. I have written grant proposals that secured over 45 million dollars in funding to date from both federal and private programs. My most recent funded projects are a 23.5 million dollar DOT grant for a tribal client. and 3.2 million dollars from the Canadian government for a clean energy project. I also recently worked on a Bureau of Justice Affairs grant that was funded at $750,000 and an NSF SBIR funded for over 1 million. I have written proposals for the Department of Education's Strengthening Institutions, USAID, SBIR, USDA, National Science Foundation, Lilly Endowment, National Institute of Health, the Small Business Association's Community Navigator, the Association for Community Living, and the American Academy of Dermatology, in addition to private grants like Chase Bank, Draper, Richards and Kaplan, and Robert, Woods, Johnson's Innovation opportunity. I have also assisted with postdoctoral research grants. I enjoy the grant-writing process and love to help others secure funding for their projects.
I am also an editor with over 10 years of experience working with academic texts, a Master's in English, and a PhD in Higher Education Leadership. I have taught English Composition to students from a variety of backgrounds at the college level, and I oversaw writing support at a university, where I trained faculty and students on writing techniques. I have edited dissertations in fields ranging from medical to engineering, and my own dissertation (on multilingual support in higher education) won a research award. I have published book chapters and academic articles, so I am familiar with the expectations of journals and dissertation committees. I am an expert at correcting grammar and punctuation, and I can work with APA, MLA, APSA, Chicago, and Harvard styles. Since I have published or studied in America, England, and South Africa, I can edit in American and British English. I have spent years teaching people to prevent plagiarism, so my grasp of citations and incorporating sources is excellent. I have helped numerous students and professors publish their work, and I would love to help you!
In addition to offering regular grant editing/writing services, I also offer customized workshops for individuals and staffs on how to write grants. I'm happy to work with your non-profit team, your department, or your small business on how to identify grants, what to look for in an RFA, and how to write the narratives and assemble the package. Prices for this service vary by staff size and time requested. Contact me for a quote.
Please note that I will not write articles or assignments for you, as this is plagiarism, so please do not ask. I also do not use AI for any part of the grant writing process, so your sensitive grant materials will never be used to train AI.
Grant Writing
Budget Proposal
Grant Application
Proposal Writing
Prospect List
Writing
Blog Writing
Proofreading
Resume Writing
Fiction Writing
Academic Writing
Academic Editing
Jaila M.
Indianapolis, Indiana
$30/hr
4.6
16 jobs
I help mental health professionals, healthcare organizations, and wellness brands connect with their audiences through evidence-based, engaging content.
I’m a behavioral health content writer with nearly a decade of experience creating content for mental health and wellness organizations. With a strong foundation in psychology and a passion for making complex topics accessible, I write content that informs, builds credibility, and inspires meaningful action.
Whether you need a single article or ongoing content support, I create thoughtful, research-driven content tailored to your audience, brand voice, and business goals.
How I Can Help
Quality content does more than fill space on your website—it educates your audience, strengthens your online presence, and positions your organization as a trusted source of information.
Here’s What Quality Content Can Help You Achieve
- Increase your online visibility through strategic, search-optimized content.
- Educate your audience with accurate, evidence-based information.
- Strengthen your authority in the behavioral health and wellness space.
- Build meaningful connections with readers through compassionate, engaging writing.
- Support your long-term marketing goals with high-quality content that delivers lasting value.
Why Work With Me?
Choosing the right writer means finding someone who understands both your audience and your industry.
When you work with me, you can expect:
- Thoroughly researched, original content
- A strong understanding of behavioral health and psychology
- Clear, compassionate, and engaging writing
SEO-focused writing
- Reliable communication and on-time delivery
- Content tailored to your brand’s voice and goals
Grant Writing
Grant Application
Creative Writing
Search Engine Optimization
Content Writing
Ghostwriting
Article Writing
Blog Writing
Content Creation
Mental Health
Elizabeth S.
Coalmont, Indiana
$40/hr
5.0
16 jobs
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
-Data disaggregation
-Founding administrator of IPS Online Learning Academy,
-Creator of student custodial internship program at a high school
-Grant writer
-SMS and LMS trainer,
-Procedural handbook writer
-Staff development presenter
-Disability rights
-IEP writer
-Special education and 504 compliance monitor
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Americans with Disabilities Act
Special Education
Virtual Case Management VCM
Educational Leadership
Distance Education
Schoology
Learning Management System
Elearning LMS Consulting
Gabriella F.
Evansville, Indiana
$50/hr
5.0
9 jobs
I've spent the last decade figuring out how to make my impractical philosophy degree, well, practical. Turns out, pondering life's big questions doesn't pay the bills—but applying my critical thinking and writing skills does. Now, I help nonprofits, small businesses, and entrepreneurs turn their big ideas into measurable results through data-driven strategy and storytelling.
Some of my notable achievements include:
Grant Writing:
—Secured over $2 million in funding from federal, city, and private foundation sources.
—Achieved a 75% reward rate for grant applications.
—Scaled a U.S-based nonprofit from grassroots to a multi-million-dollar organization.
Content Writing:
—Delivered high-quality, engaging, search engine-optimized content for industries like beauty, law, healthcare, and nonprofits.
—Produced an average 40,000 words per month (this was pre-ChatGPT, might I add💅)
SEO Expertise:
—Over 10 years of experience in crafting comprehensive, data-driven SEO strategies.
—Expertise in keyword research, on-page and off-page optimization, and content alignment with search intent.
—Certified in Google Analytics, ensuring performance-driven outcomes.
What sets me apart is my ability to combine creativity with data to deliver results that matter. Whether you need persuasive grant proposals, SEO-optimized content, or strategic insights, I’m here to help your organization thrive (and chat about existentialism, if that's your thing).
Let’s collaborate to achieve your goals—message me today!
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