Hire the Best Grant Writers in Chicago, IL

Before applying for federal, state, or local grants, it is essential to register your business on SAM.gov and obtain as many classifications as possible from government registering agencies. These classifications include WOSB (Women-Owned Small Business), HUB (Historically Underutilized Business), disability-owned, and veteran-owned businesses. These set-aside and favored categories can give your business a significant advantage when seeking grant funds. You focus on optimizing your business. I’ll get you registered. Unlike other registration sites, YOU KEEP YOUR ADMINISTRATIVE CONTROL!! The SAM application process and other registrations can seem laborious and time-consuming, but they are mandatory for grant-making operations. I will take the lead and handle all the necessary tasks, ensuring that by the end of the process, your business will be well-positioned to compete for government funding. With extensive experience in successfully registering dozens of SAM businesses, I specialize in navigating the complexities of public and private certifications, such as the Small Business Administration (SBA), Women Business Enterprise Certification (WBENC), and various state government programs offering certifications.

Hello! I'm Meher Sher, a grant writer, fundraiser and researcher with an eye for detail and a love for research and storytelling. I have over 3 years of experience helping individuals and non-profits with their fundraising efforts and have raised over $200,000 from both institutional and private donors. I have expertise in the following niches: 🏫 Education 🌳 Environmental Issues 👥 Community Development ⛑️ International Aid and Development 💰Business and Entrepreneurship ⚖️ Human and Civil Rights My greatest strength is that I can actively listen to the client's needs and turn them into desirable outcomes. I am also an avid reader and researcher. My complete set of expertise are mentioned at the bottom. I offer the following services: - Full grant proposals - Budget analyses - Applications, - Letters of intent - Grant reports - Proposal templates - Business plan writing - Design Adaptable proposal templates My goal is to collaborate with non-profits and for-profit businesses in the future that harbor strong ambitions to make a change in their community, thus creating a sustainable future. Sam.gov, Grants.gov, EU, SBIR, Business Plan, SOP Writing, Call for Proposals, Call For Quotation, RFQ, RFP, RFI, UN, Climate Action, Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs, UNHCR, UNICEF, UNFAO, UNFPA, Climate Change , SBA

A former high school English teacher and current grants professional, I actively listen and ask questions to meet funding needs. My areas include creative youth development; arts education; the arts, particularly the performing and movement arts; youth development and after-school programs. Other possibilities include early childhood, recreation, outdoor engagement, the importance of play. I am additionally available for copyediting, proofreading, and content writing support.

As a strategist in the nonprofit sector, I bring an in-depth understanding of fundraising, nonprofit leadership, and DEI & Belonging strategies. My credentials include successfully raising over $45 million in the past 9 years, and working with diverse sectors including Private & Family Foundations, and Corporate Philanthropy (Banking, Professional Services, Insurance, Pharmaceuticals, Energy etc). I offer bespoke services tailored to the unique needs of each client, with a strong focus on right-sizing my expertise in relationship-centered giving campaigns, sophisticated institutional and individual relationship management planning, and grant-seeking strategy. Some of my offerings include: Planning & Strategy: Strategic Planning, Staff Retention Strategies, Capital Campaigns, Fundraising Feasibility Studies, DEI & Belonging Strategy Development, Diversity Recruitment Strategy. Support: Board Development and Governance, Volunteer Recruitment and Management, Corporate Partner Acquisition, Institutional Donor Acquisition, Grant Writing and Management, DEI Assessment, Inclusive Hiring Support. Training: Leadership Training, Capacity Building Workshops, Fundraising Training Workshops, Nonprofit Storytelling and Communication, Unconscious Bias Training, Cultural Competency Training. My client engagement is flexible, adapting to the unique needs and capacity of the organizations I work with. I always strive to create strong, beneficial relationships that cater to my clients' evolving needs over time. Currently, I am actively seeking to collaborate with clients led by or serving BIPOC communities, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people with disabilities. My commitment to advancing racial justice and creating a more inclusive society underscores much of my work. Connect with me to discuss how we can strengthen your organization's reach, impact, and inclusivity together.

My name is Babatunde, your go-to professional business analyst, business plan writer, and financial expert. I stand out as an industry expert and a certified business plan writer with an incredible reputation for expertly creating success paths for businesses to thrive. I combine data analytics and market knowledge to develop executive business plans, proposals, and financial projections for your business. For over 8 years, I have developed more than 2000 business plans, business proposals and strategic business documentations for small scale businesses, large start-ups, and international establishments, helping business owners to raise over $500M through bank loans, investors, and SBA. I have keen knowledge of market dynamics, investments and strategic implementation of ideas and financial analysis, and a blend of professionalism and expertise, which helps me in developing comprehensive and presentable business documents, transforming clients' unique ideas into revenue-generating concepts. What set my services apart: *** Over 8 years experience in creating fundraising business plans and financial documents *** My business plans are comprehensive, presentable and investors/banks-friendly. *** Creative and results-oriented approach to business plan witing *** Knowledge of data analytics and market dynamics to identify strategies for growth opportunities. *** 100% custom business plan and financial projections. *** knacks for diverse industries including technology, education, manufacturing and retail business, fashion and boutique, engineering, finance, transportation and logistics, as well as agriculture. *** Meticulous attention to details and commitment to results *** Deliveries are available in Editable format, PDF, and Excel Spreadsheet. Major outlines include: () Executive Summary () Business Model Canvas () Company Summary/Business Information () Products and Services () Market Outlook and Industry Analysis () Marketing and Sales Plan () Financial Plan The financial section features: -- Financial Assumptions -- Capital Expenditure Breakdown -- 5 Years Sales Forecast -- Financial Overview -- Projected Income Statement -- Projected Cash Flow Statement -- Projected Statement of Financial Position -- Breakeven Analysis -- Net Present Value -- Payback Period -- Return on Investment -- DCF Valuation Whether you are planning or raising funds for new business models, creating fascinating narratives for potential investors, creating a roadmap for your startup, of analysing your financial data, I am all you need. I bring expertise and experience to deliver the exact solution to your needs. Thank you.

Public Health Consultant passionate about creating healthy, equitable and thriving communities. Skilled in project management, capacity building, and evaluating impact. I have been planning, implementing, and landing projects in nonprofit, healthcare, higher education, and government for 7 years. I excel at getting ideas off the ground and put into actionable next steps.