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  • $35 hourly
    I'm a writer with extensive experience creating content and writing proposals and grants for non-profit organizations. If you are looking for a persuasive, impactful writer- I can help!
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    SEO Content
    Social Media Content Creation
    Communications
    Writing
    Proposal Writing
    Social Media Management
    Search Engine Optimization
    Copywriting
    SEO Writing
    Blog Writing
  • $40 hourly
    I am an Assistant Professor at Northwestern University with a Ph.D. in neuroscience. I am a highly skilled writer, exemplified through an extensive history of academic publications in peer-reviewed journals. I have also served as a review editor for several high-impact journals. I provide proofreading and editing services for both academic and non-academic texts. I also provide straightforward feedback to help enhance the overall quality of your document and ensure it is ready for submission or publication. As a quick communicator with an attention to detail, I can provide you with a positive experience and improve your document to a standard that meets your expectations.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Academic Editing
    Human Science
    English
    Writing
    Proofreading
    Science Tutoring
    Essay Writing
    Report Writing
    Citation Style
  • $50 hourly
    I am an R&D Scientist and full-time Scientific/Medical Writer specializing in grants, dissertations, manuscripts, clinical protocols, regulatory documents, pitch decks, etc. I am also a scientific consultant in the fields of cancer biology, infectious diseases, and metabolism and my germane experience spans more than 15 years in academia and industry.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Scientific Research
    Proposal Writing
    Scientific Writing
    Manuscript
    Article
    Blog Writing
    Academic Research
    Medical Transcription
    Editing & Proofreading
  • $85 hourly
    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.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Diversity & Inclusion
    Partnership & Collaborations Outreach
    Grant Proposal
    Grant Writing Consultation
    Corporate Social Responsibility
    Writing
    Sales Writing
    Nonprofit Organization
    Nonprofit
    Salesforce
    CRM Software
    Fundraising
    Grant Evaluation Plan
    Capacity Building Grant
  • $50 hourly
    I have more than two decades' experience in writing, editing, and content development, mostly in the nonprofit sector. I love helping people keep a project moving toward the finish line, especially if that project does some good in the world. "Good" doesn't have to mean nonprofit or big causes -- "good" can also mean helping someone I like bring their great ideas to life. Specialties: writing, editing, copy editing, publication planning, marketing, association publishing, business communications, grant writing, creative writing, poetry
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Ghostwriting
    Marketing
    Annual Report
    English Tutoring
    Grant Application
    Poetry
    Humor
    Creative Strategy
    Creative Writing
    Writing
    Proofreading
    Editing & Proofreading
    Copy Editing
    Academic Editing
  • $35 hourly
    Public Health Professional, strategic thinker and efficient researcher capable of helping with work in survey research, data communication and content writing. Proficient in survey formats including: SurveyMonkey, Qualtrics, Google and Microsoft Forms and Jotform Data visualizations in Excel, Canva, R and Stata Project Management from an academic lense start to finish
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Scientific Literature Review
    Literature Review
    Infographic
    Blog Writing
    Microsoft Excel
    Qualitative Research
    Microsoft PowerPoint
    Survey Design
    Survey Data Analysis
    Writing
    Analytical Presentation
    Data Analysis
    Social Science
  • $50 hourly
    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.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Content Writing
    Copy Editing
    Proofreading
    Writing
    Grant Proposal
    Grant Application
    Grant Writing Consultation
  • $100 hourly
    'TOP-RATED' freelance writer Publication credits include Academic Medicine and MedEd Portal. I can: - turn statistics into stories - use your data to support your message - demystify your research, product, or results, presenting them in the best light Whether you need help communicating research results to a wider audience or convincing your clients to make a decision, I'm the professional who can carry your project across the finish line. Our work together begins with an in-depth interview process, because I need to understand your priorities, values, and goals. Then, I'll interview subject matter experts and clients to get the data I need to deliver on those goals. In less than two weeks you could be reviewing the first draft. Be proud of what you publish. Have confidence it will achieve your goals. Work with me
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Tech & IT
    Academic Writing
    Technical Writing
    Technical Case Study
    White Paper Writing
    Proposal Writing
    Policy Writing
    Case Studies
    Blog Writing
    Content Writing
    Article
  • $125 hourly
    I’m an experienced academic with expertise in healthcare, public health, and higher education. If you need help designing, managing, or completing a project then I would be a perfect fit. Services include help with data analysis, presentation creation and assistance, graduate course design, grant writing and editing, academic article writing and editing, and CV and cover letter help. Feel free to reach out to see if I can help with your project!
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Public Health
    Conduct Research
    Academic Editing
    Grant Writing Consultation
    Healthcare
    Science & Medicine
    Data Collection
    Budget Proposal
    Academic Writing
    Curriculum Design
    Medical Informatics
    Science
    Analytical Presentation
    Data Analysis
  • $50 hourly
    I am a results driven HR and Recruitment expert who is also skilled in nonprofit management. I have 20 years experience finding the right person for the job. This includes everything from sourcing to onboarding, and includes management. I believe in delivering results efficiently and am an excellent communicator who has worked remotely since 2014 so am adept at time management and working remotely. Let me help you with your hiring needs and any HR projects. Nothing is too big or small - I thrive in everything from small details and data entry to heading an executive for your firm.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Human Resources Consulting
    Employee Onboarding
    Blog Writing
    Writing
    Writing Critique
    Copywriting
    Management Skills
    Nonprofit
    Human Resources
    Staff Recruitment & Management
    Human Resource Management
    Recruiting
  • $24 hourly
    I am a curatorial assistant with extensive experience in academic research, writing, and editing. I have helped develop numerous museum exhibitions and possess a wide range of professional and creative skills. • Years of experience with research distillation and writing biographies, museum wall text, promotional materials, artist statements, and annotated bibliographies • Extremely familiar with community/donor engagement, marketing, and communications • Working with cultural institutions and artistic spaces has fostered an appreciation for the creative. I would love to combine creativity and professionalism for any writing or research project you need • I value meticulous, high-quality work, and will put in the effort to produce something perfect. Feedback is very important to me, and I see it as an opportunity to expand my own skills and my understanding of a client's needs
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Event Management
    Administrate
    Diversity & Inclusion
    Community Engagement
    Praxis Computing GMS
    Microsoft Office
    Data Management
    Writing
    Academic Editing
    Research Methods
    Academic Research
    Art Curation
  • $60 hourly
    Helping mission-driven organizations win funding, avoid audit flags, and scale public programs with clarity and confidence. I’m Lauren Doss—an experienced public-sector strategist and founder of Seamless Integrity Solutions, a woman-owned consulting firm helping organizations navigate complex government programs with structure, strategy, and results. As a proposal writer for a city agency, and public-serving small businesses, I bring over 6 years of experience in local government and over the last two years managing $20M+ in funded programs at the local and state level. My background includes authoring 3 competitive proposals and reviewing/evaluating 15+ submissions for local government — giving me a rare insider’s view into how funding decisions are made. 💰 $2M+ in public funding secured 🔎 95%+ audit compliance success rate 📄 3 authored, 15+ proposals reviewed and evaluated ✅ Clients consistently reduce time-to-funding, submit stronger proposals, and stay audit-ready. ✅ Proposal & Grant Evaluation (Local) ✅ Government Contracting Support for Agencies ✅ Compliance and Audit Consultant for Public Programs ✅ Local Government RFP Specialist ✅ Workflow Automation using Zapier & Airtable Unlike many freelancers, I’ve sat on both sides of the table — as a grant writer and a government proposal evaluator. My clients gain more than just writing support—they get clarity, structure, and strategy that helps them win.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Strategic Plan
    Audition Preparation
    RFP Writing
    Proposal Writing
    Program Management
    Contract Management
    Stakeholder Management
  • $25 hourly
    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
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Business Plan Writing
    Content Writing
    Content Distribution & Promotion
    Grant Proposal
    Romance Writing
    Technical Writing
    Grant
    Ghostwriting
  • $67 hourly
    Self-driven and goal-oriented research scientist with 10 years of experience in translational neuroscience research, including neurodegeneration, neuroinflammation/neuroimmunology, and neuro-oncology. Established strong expertise in scientific communications with 20+ manuscripts, 20+ congress abstracts and presentations, and securing over $5 millions in external funding through grant writing.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Life Science
    Neuroscience
    Poster
    Manuscript
    Editing & Proofreading
    Medical Writing
  • $100 hourly
    Greetings! I am a nonprofit leader and former clinical researcher with over 15 years of experience in the social impact space. Since 2010, I've helped programs go from good to great to scale in the social justice and human rights sectors. I’ve held leadership roles in large, national nonprofits and managed extensive program portfolios across diverse sectors. I leverage my expertise in research, evaluation, and nonprofit leadership to bring your program to life—securing funding, building impactful programs, and developing creative strategies to sustain them. My services are flexible—offered as comprehensive packages or à la carte—to meet your organization’s specific needs, timeline, and staffing. Let’s Secure Your Funding I have over 15 years of experience in grant prospecting, program design, and grant writing across areas such as: • Health equity, health services research, and health economics • Clinical trials, housing, unemployment, and workforce development • Youth programs (Head Start, out-of-school time), violence prevention, and food insecurity • U.S.-based public benefit and anti-poverty programs • Capacity building and community engagement I've worked with funders ranging from large-scale NIH initiatives to small family foundations, securing over $35 million in new funds—including $20 million in just nine months. I’ve led countless successful grant submissions. I'll support you through the entire pre-award process: • Funder Prospecting: Finding the right fit for your project and goals • Research: Gathering the right data and content to build a strong proposal • Project Management: Keeping stakeholders aligned and on track • Grant Writing: Crafting a compelling, realistic, and impactful proposal that reflects your organization’s voice and strengths Let’s Build a Thriving Program Once you’ve secured funding, I’ll help you design and implement a program built for success. My process starts with one key question: What does success look like? From there, we’ll work together to develop: • Program Management: Defining roles, responsibilities, workflows, and organizing resources and timelines to align with funder expectations • Theory of Action: Establishing how your program will achieve its goals • Logic Model and Evaluation Plan: Measuring progress and impact • Reporting Mechanisms & Quantifying Impact: Designing data collection and analysis tools to track progress and adjust as needed. With a Master’s in Epidemiology from the University of Michigan and a background in running an Applied Research and Evaluation Center, I have the data expertise to quantify your impact and drive continuous improvement. Let’s Sustain Your Impact Nonprofit funding is rarely permanent. I’ll work with you to develop a long-term strategy to sustain your program, strengthen your resources, and adapt to future challenges—ensuring even greater success.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Project Management
    Project Delivery
    Program Management
    Program Evaluation
    Nonprofit Industry Consulting
    Nonprofit
    Grant Writing Consultation
  • $75 hourly
    I’m an administrator with experience in nonprofit, education, and community development. I can help with big picture ideas or zoom in to the tiniest details -Excellent writing skills, including grant writing -Thought partnership for strategic planning -Data analysis for customer success and learning outcomes -I love data entry and spreadsheets!
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Learning Management System
    Diversity & Inclusion
    Elearning Design
    Strategic Planning
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Grant Writing Consultation
    Grant Application
    Microsoft Project
    General Transcription
    Project Management
    Data Entry
    Virtual Assistance
  • $150 hourly
    * I am a photographer, mixed-media artist, curator, creator and manifestor. * Passionate owner of Beauty & Brawn and Beauty & Brawn Art Inc. Canada * Founder and creator of Beauty & Brawn Art Gallery and Think Space in Logan Square, Chicago. * I believe in the transformative power that lies in intuitive exploration, spirited collaboration and creative connectivity. * Always open to BIG ideas and BIG thinking!
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Workshop Facilitation
    Art Intervention
    Art & Design
    Essay Writing
    Business
    Nonprofit
    Community Engagement
    Teaching
    Administrative Support
    Art Tutoring
    Project Management
    Photography
    Art Direction
    Art Curation
  • $55 hourly
    Experienced communicator. Worked my way up in the Bloomberg newsroom from freelance reporter in Prague, Czech Republic to senior correspondent in Chicago. Won numerous internal and external journalism awards. Was also awarded a reporting fellowship. I've written or edited articles and book sections. I have also written and drafted speeches.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Writing
    Proofreading
    Academic Editing
    Marketing
    Content Website
    Content Writing
    Content Creation
    Sales Writing
    Blog Writing
    Copywriting
    Communication Strategy
    Communications
    Marketing Communications
    Journalism Writing
  • $40 hourly
    I’m a writing & health professional experienced with medical documentation, program implementation and evaluation, and resource development. Skilled at creating and editing written materials for both public and professional audiences and have strong ability to manage administrative & organization needs. My strongest skills: -Clinical Documentation and Compliance -Health and Policy Analysis and Writing -Data Entry and Research -Developing Educational and Training Materials -Identifying and Navigating Program Inefficiencies (SAS, SPSS, EMR systems, Salesforce, GIS)
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Office Administration
    Research Paper Writing
    Program Evaluation
    Adult Education
    Public Health
    Health Science
    Medical Writing
    Medical Records
    EMR Data Entry
    Data Entry
    Proofreading
    Professional Tone
    Academic Editing
    Writing
  • $35 hourly
    As a seasoned sales, tech, and nonprofit professional, I help nonprofits, small businesses, and NGOs find success by providing efficient and effective solutions. My passion is to serve others through hard work, shared knowledge, and enduring advocacy. I thrive most when I help clients reach their goals and guide them towards creating positive long lasting experiences. I work hard to help create a more equitable and just world.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
    Arts & Culture
    Nonprofit Industry Consulting
    Nonprofit
    Fundraising
    Grant Writing Consultation
    Grant Research & Prospect List
  • $40 hourly
    I am a Barry Goldwater Scholar and Phi Beta Kappa graduate with a dual B.A. in Neuroscience and Psychology from Northwestern University. I specialize in writing, editing, and proofreading academic content—particularly in the fields of psychology, neuroscience, cognitive science, and child development. With years of hands-on research experience across top-tier institutions—including Northwestern University, Penn State College of Medicine, and Northeastern University—I’ve co-authored manuscripts, developed fellowship applications, and mentored students through competitive research programs. What I offer: Academic writing & developmental editing (research papers, manuscripts, abstracts, and more) Proofreading for grammar, clarity, style, and scientific accuracy Fellowship/personal statement support Formatting and citations (APA, MLA, Chicago, etc.) Neurodevelopmental, EEG, and cognitive science content expertise
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Research Paper Writing
    Professional Tone
    Writing
    Proofreading
    Academic Editing
  • $80 hourly
    Highly skilled development professional with my CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) and 15+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising and leadership who is seeking contract grant writing, research, and management work.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Professional Tone
    Writing
    Academic Editing
    Business Writing
    Proofreading
    Grant Application
    Grant Research & Prospect List
  • $60 hourly
    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.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Creative Writing
    Proposal Writing
    RFP Writing
    Survey Data Analysis
    Opinion Survey
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Business Writing
    Business Plan
    Report Writing
    History
    Data Analysis
    Technical Writing
  • $50 hourly
    Hello I’m Yaisa and thank you for checking out my Upwork Profile. I am an accomplished professional with more than 20 years’ experience in the nonprofit and for-profit sector. With a diverse work history ranging from education, sales, fundraising, marketing communications and non-profit management, as a freelancer I can provide expertise to help your organization grow and thrive internally as well as externally. Specific areas of expertise include: • Project management • Strategic Planning • Board Recruitment and Training • Program Development, Implementation & Evaluation • Fundraising Campaign Development • Copy Writing for Donor Engagement and Conversion • Newsletter Copy Creation • Organizational Management • Capacity Building • Marketing Communications • Social Media Management • Grant Research • Grant Writing and more I hold a master’s degree in integrated marketing communications and certificates in fundraising and social media management. I am flexible, hardworking and will be committed to guiding your project successfully from beginning to end. I'm passionate about communicating compelling work and I'm excited to tell your organization's story and connect you to loyal donors and/or buyers in the process. Schedule a consultation call with me to learn how you can leverage my experience to achieve your goals.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Direct Mail
    Email Marketing
    Program Management
    Project Management
    Social Media Marketing
    Marketing Communications
    Nonprofit Industry Consulting
    Annual Report
    Nonprofit Organization
    Donor Relations
    Fundraising
    Grant Research & Prospect List
  • $20 hourly
    Retired broadcast, print and news service news and sports reporter and editor (25 years) in several top 25 media markets (Baltimore, Chicago, Tampa-St. Petersburg and Washington) After leaving journalism, embarked on a second career that lasted eight years as an elementary/middle school teacher-librarian with Chicago Public Schools. Am currently writing a biography of a noted Chicago figure from the 1950's-80's
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Journalism Writing
    Academic Proofreading
    Research Proposals
    Academic Editing
    Research Papers
    Report Writing
    Proofreading
    Essay Writing
    Article Writing
  • $30 hourly
    I am a PhD-trained data analyst experienced with uncovering the answers hidden in complex and messy data. From data collection to visualizing results, I can help you through any step of the data analytics pipeline. • Expert in R (tidyverse and ggplot), SQL, and Python. • Statistical modeling and machine learning expertise. • I can make complex analyses digestible for technical and non-technical audiences.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Analytical Presentation
    Data Visualization
    Python
    Statistical Analysis
    Data Entry
    Data Collection
    R
    SQL
    Data Analysis
  • $80 hourly
    I have extensive experience in fundraising for nonprofits, including writing funding requests for foundations, congregations, government agencies, and corporate giving programs. I also have experience in speech writing, donor appeal generation, and more.
    Featured Skill Grant Writing
    Canva
    Adobe Creative Suite
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