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Hussainat A.

Ilorin, Nigeria

$7/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.

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

Lagos, Nigeria

$7/hr
5.0
5 jobs

FINDING IT HARD TO SECURE FUNDING, GROW YOUR ORGANIZATION, OR POSITION YOUR PROJECT FOR INVESTORS? I help nonprofits, startups, small businesses, veterans, and purpose-driven organizations identify the right funding opportunities and turn their ideas into strong, well-structured, and competitive proposals. With over 5 years of experience in grant research, proposal writing, and business planning, I do more than just write applications. I help clients understand what funders, investors, and decision-makers are truly looking for and position their projects professionally to improve their chances of success. I have supported nonprofits, startups, and businesses across the USA, UK, Canada, and other regions with grant applications, business plans, proposal development, and funding strategies. What I Offer: ✔ Grant research and funding opportunity identification ✔ Grant proposal writing and editing ✔ Nonprofit grant applications ✔ LOI (Letter of Intent) writing ✔ Startup & small business funding support ✔ Government grants and RFP/contract responses ✔ Business plans and investor-ready proposals ✔ Proposal review, restructuring, and improvement ✔ Application preparation and submission guidance Why Clients Work With Me: ✔ Strategic and results-focused approach ✔ Clear communication and fast response time ✔ Professional, organized, and deadline-driven service ✔ Strong attention to detail on every proposal ✔ End-to-end support throughout the process Here’s What Clients Have Said: “Ugonna did an excellent job on our LOI. He quickly understood our program, aligned it well with the funder’s priorities, and delivered a clear, compelling narrative within a tight 48-hour deadline. His writing is concise, strategic, and focused on impact exactly what we needed.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Exceptional experience working with this freelancer. The quality of the business plan exceeded my expectations very detailed, well-structured, and truly investor-ready. Communication was smooth, deadlines were met, and every requirement was handled professionally.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Every project is handled with structure, professionalism, and dedication. My goal is to help clients secure the funding, contracts, or investment needed to grow their mission, business, or organization. If you need someone who understands both funding strategy and proposal development, send me a message and let’s discuss your project.

  • Grant Writing
  • Budget Proposal
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Grant Application
  • Grant Documentation
  • Proposal Writing
  • Content Writing
  • Grant Proposal
  • Business Plan Writing
  • Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
  • Business Services
  • Technical Writing
  • Nonprofit Industry Consulting
  • Request for Proposal
  • Government Procurement
  • RFP Writing
  • Crowdfunding
  • Fundraising
  • Budget Management
  • Nonprofit Organization
Abdullahi D.

Ilaro, Nigeria

$7/hr
5.0
5 jobs

STILL SEARCHING FOR THE RIGHT FUNDING? YOUR NEXT GRANT WIN STARTS HERE. Funders don't just give money they invest in stories that move them. I write those stories. I'm a grant writing specialist with 5+ years of experience managing grant applications from start to finish, from grant research & prospect list development to proposal writing, budget management, and submission. My clients have secured over $1M in funding across nonprofits, startups, and social enterprises in the USA, UK, Canada, and Africa. What I Do: ✅ Grant writing: federal, foundation, corporate & international ✅ Business proposal writing: LOIs, executive summaries & project proposals ✅ Budget proposal & budget management: logic models & impact metrics ✅ Technical writing & academic research: compliance & funder formatting ✅ Grant research & prospect list: USAID, NIH, NSF, SBIR/STTR, EU programs ✅ Nonprofit organization strategy, fundraising & crowdfunding guidance ✅ Project management: deadline tracking & post-award reporting ✅ Editing & proofreading, content writing & business writing My M.Sc. in Marketing gives me a rare edge, I understand funder psychology and craft narratives that win. Ready to get funded? Let's talk.

  • Grant Writing
  • Budget Proposal
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Grant Application
  • Proposal Writing
  • Grant Proposal
  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Capital Grant
  • Budget Management
  • Fundraising
  • Letter of Inquiry
  • Grant Evaluation Plan
  • Business Plan
  • Business Plan Writing
  • Letter of Support
  • Grant Objectives & Methodology
  • Grant Writing Consultation
  • Letter of Intent
  • Project Proposal
  • Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
Grant O.

Aba, Nigeria

$25/hr
4.9
71 jobs

What if I told you securing a grant can be as easy as ABC, without running around in circles? I’m NOT your Average "Grant Writer". I’m the Grant Writer who is willing to have sleepless nights & productive days until I transform your Fundraising goals into a Reality. You put in a lot of effort to make sure that every single part of your organization runs smoothly, you need to focus on your sales, and maximizing your organization's potentials instead of going through the stress of researching grants or writing grant proposals and business plans, and above all, you need to save money and time. I am here to take care of all your problems, and help you essentially in securing the right funding opportunities for your business or non-profit , while you fundamentally focus on what matters. I don't Just Write or Find Grants, I WIN Grants!!. Here’s a comprehensive range of professional grant and funding services I provide to nonprofits, small businesses, and mission-driven organizations: 1. Grant Writing, Grant Applications & Grant Proposals 2. Grant Research & Prospect Lists aligned with eligibility and funder priorities 3. Capital, Capacity-Building & General Operating Grants 4. RFPs, RFQs & SBIR Proposals 5. Business Plans, Business Strategy & Budget Proposals 6. Grant Documentation, Letters of Intent (LOIs) & Supporting Materials 7. Grant Objectives & Methodology with measurable outcomes 8. Grant Evaluation Plans aligned with reporting requirements 9. Fundraising Strategy, Sponsorship & Crowdfunding Support 10. Market Research, Executive Summaries & Organizational Profiles Why Work With Me? Securing funding doesn’t have to be overwhelming. I’m not just a grant writer, I’m a funding strategist. I help organizations move from idea to execution by aligning strong narratives, realistic budgets, and compliant documentation with what funders are actually looking for. While you focus on operations, sales, and impact, I handle the grant research, applications, proposal writing, and fundraising strategy, saving you time, money, and unnecessary stress. With 5+ years of experience, I’ve helped clients across multiple sectors secure funding through well-researched, strategically positioned grant applications. 116+ funded opportunities supported ~90% success rate Experience across education, arts & culture, technology, youth development, community programs, and business development I don’t just submit applications, I position you to win competitive capital, capacity-building, and general operating grants. I work with: -Nonprofit Organizations -Small & Minority-Owned Businesses -Startups & Social Enterprises My clients trust me to bring clarity, structure, and results to their funding efforts so they can focus on running and growing their organizations. If you’re ready to pursue funding with strategy, confidence, and precision, let’s talk. Regards, The Grant Oracle

  • Grant Writing
  • Budget Proposal
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Grant Application
  • Grant Documentation
  • Proposal Writing
  • Grant Proposal
  • Business Plan
  • Nonprofit
  • Business Planning & Strategy
  • General Operating Grant
  • Fundraising
  • Grant Writing Consultation
  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Grant Objectives & Methodology
  • Grant Evaluation Plan
  • Nonprofit Industry Consulting
  • Letter of Intent
  • Letter of Inquiry
  • Capacity Building Grant
Charles I.

Benin City, Nigeria

$25/hr
4.8
355 jobs

I am a dedicated grant writer with over 10 years of experience working with numerous nonprofits, small businesses and individual entrepreneurs. I am committed to fostering honest and collaborative relationships with my clients. My extensive education and background in grant writing, combined with specialized training, enables me to meet and exceed client expectations consistently. My services encompass a wide range of skills, including: - Grant Proposal Writing - Business Plan Development - Grant Research - Grant Application - Grant Editing - Grant Submission - Grant Follow-up - Grant Budget - Report Writing In addition to these areas, I excel in technical, content, and creative writing, and I am well-versed in crafting letters of inquiry, intent, and support. Throughout my career, I have successfully partnered with several businesses and organizations, maintaining a track record of complete client satisfaction. I pride myself on being punctual, innovative, and committed to originality in my work. I am excited about the opportunity to collaborate with you and help streamline your tasks to enhance your business success. Thank you for considering my services!

  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Grant Application
  • Proposal Writing
  • Business Plan
  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Grant Objectives & Methodology
  • Program Grant
  • Grant Evaluation Plan
  • General Operating Grant
  • Nonprofit
  • Grant Writing Consultation
  • Grant Proposal
  • Small Business Administration
  • Grant
Ochola C.

Abeokuta, Nigeria

$5/hr
5.0
13 jobs

Stop losing contracts to paperwork and compliance errors. Whether you are bidding for a US Federal contract or registering a Charity in the UK, the rules are strict. One small mistake can lead to an automatic rejection. I bridge that gap for you. I am a Global Bid Manager and Compliance Expert. I help organizations navigate the complex systems of the United States and the United Kingdom. I don't just write your documents; I manage your entire submission process to ensure you are 100% compliant and ready to win. 🇺🇸 What I Do for US Clients: 1. SAM.gov & UEI: I handle your registration and validation from start to finish. 2. RFPs & RFQs: I write winning bids for Federal and State agencies (Specializing in VA Medical). 3. 501(c)(3) Setup: I manage your nonprofit registration and EIN acquisition. 4. Grants: I research and write persuasive proposals for Grants.gov and private foundations. 🇬🇧 What I Do for UK Clients: 1. Charity Commission: I handle CIO and CIC registrations and legal conversions. 2. Public Sector Tenders: I navigate Contracts Finder and Find a Tender for you. 3. HMRC Compliance: I set up UK companies using approved tax protocols. 4. Grant Writing: I find and secure funding for UK-based NGOs and social enterprises. 🛠 The Portals I Use Daily: SAM.gov | Grants.gov | UK Charity Commission | Contracts Finder | NHS Supply Chain | HMRC Why Work With Me? 1. I Know the Rules: I follow US Federal regulations and UK Charity laws exactly. 2. I Save You Time: You focus on your business while I handle the complicated portals. 3. I Focus on Winning: I study how evaluators score bids to give you a competitive edge. I have helped contractors secure bids for major facilities and helped founders turn their visions into registered charities. I am ready to do the same for you. Let’s win your next bid or grant. Send me a message and let’s get started.

  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Grant Application
  • Grant Documentation
  • Proposal Writing
  • Grant
  • Bidding
  • Grant Proposal
  • Grant Evaluation Plan
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Business Plan
  • Business Plan Writing
  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Fundraising
  • Request for Proposal
  • Business Proposal Writing
  • RFP Writing
  • Privacy Policy
  • Privacy Policy Writing
  • Tender Document
  • Cover Letter Writing

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