I am fundraiser with over 15 years of experience. Have worked as a consultant, grant writer, development associate and in other roles for medical, arts, education, and social justice organizations. Whether you are looking for grant strategy, writing, editing, grant research or prospecting, I can assist you with my extensive fundraising knowledge.
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Robert M.
Los Angeles, California
$50/hr
5.0
10 jobs
“Robert is an exceptional, caring, and dedicated nonprofit consultant. With his guidance, we've navigated many obstacles, expanded our nonprofit's reach, and built programs that have made a real difference. As a key part of our organization's success, we're grateful for Robert's continued support and dedication.”
— Julie C., Executive Director, CT-based Nonprofit Organization
With over 12 years of experience, I've helped nonprofits and organizations of all sizes secure vital funding and build strong relationships with donors. Clients appreciate my attention to detail and meticulous approach to crafting grant proposals and fundraising strategies. They also value the time I invest in fully understanding their mission and goals, which enables me to develop persuasive materials that resonate and inspire support.
My extensive experience includes writing successful grant proposals, creating comprehensive fundraising plans, and overseeing the implementation of various fundraising initiatives. Additionally, I’ve written, edited, and provided a variety of services for clients, which have included: grant proposals, fundraising campaigns, donor communications, impact reports, sponsorship packages, and other fundraising materials.
Services I Offer
Grant Proposal Writing • Fundraising Campaign Development • Donor Communication & Stewardship • Impact Report Writing • Sponsorship Proposal Writing • Nonprofit Strategic Planning • Grant Research & Identification • Editing & Proofreading of Grant Proposals • Case Statement Development • Annual Appeal Letters & Campaigns
Whether you need a compelling grant proposal to secure essential funding, a strategic fundraising campaign to engage donors, or impactful communication materials to highlight your organization's successes, I've got you covered.
Client Testimonial
“As our nonprofit consultant, Robert has been instrumental in steering our organization towards success. His strategic guidance and deep understanding of nonprofit operations have been invaluable in navigating challenges and seizing opportunities. Robert's expertise in fundraising strategies has significantly bolstered our financial stability, enabling us to expand our impact within the community. His commitment to our mission is unwavering, evident in his proactive approach and genuine passion for our cause. Working with Robert has not only enhanced our organizational efficiency but also inspired confidence and innovation among our team. We are truly grateful for his dedication and impactful contributions.”
— Ellen F., Vice President, Philanthropic Services, CA-based Nonprofit Organization
Grant Writing
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Documentation
Grant Writing Consultation
Grant Evaluation Plan
Grant Proposal
Nonprofit Industry Consulting
General Operating Grant
Capacity Building Grant
Nonprofit
Nonprofit Organization
Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
Fundraising
Research Proposals
Growth Strategy
Shira M.
Los Angeles, California
$70/hr
4.7
25 jobs
As a winner of over $400,000.00 in funding, Shira thrives as a skilled grant writer with a unique ability to deeply understand and powerfully represent her clients. Shira's strengths lie in her ability to help clients comfortably communicate their objectives, identity, vision, mission, and needs. She is known for being concise, communicative, professional, compassionate, and ahead of every deadline.
Shira received her Bachelor of Science in Public Health from Temple University, acquiring a keen skill for attention to detail and proposal writing. Originally working in non-profit and government-funded agencies, Shira pivoted to the arts. Being a professional dancer provides her with a unique advantage when representing performance artists, choreographers, directors, and other creatives. Because of Shira's awareness of how sensitive one's art is, she can connect with clients on a deep level; providing a safe space for clients to be open and transparent as she develops their grant proposals. Shira is especially skilled in working with minority groups and underrepresented populations.
Grant Writing
Proposal Writing
Strategic Plan
Grant Writing Consultation
Scheduling
Microsoft Office
Administrative Support
Document Review
Aimi W.
Los Angeles, California
$25/hr
4.9
8 jobs
Hello, my name is Aimi and I have 5+ years of professional experience working in the games industry as a narrative designer. I specialize in designing, playtesting, and writing content for games including the following:
+ Game design documents. Writing, editing and feedback on technical reports.
+ Narrative support for games, such as creating quests/missions, writing character dialogue, item descriptions, screenwriting, and providing story elements for worldbuilding.
+ Game tester for performance and usability research, UI/UX for mobile platforms.
+ Blog articles which resonate with gaming audiences, including game reviews, dev journals, and technology overviews.
+ Writing consumer copy for online digital purchases.
Please reach out if I can provide design, testing, or writing support for your project.
Creative Writing
Human Science
Technical Writing
Article Writing
Academic Writing
Blog Writing
Melina C.
Los Angeles, California
$250/hr
4.8
126 jobs
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Government Procurement
Government & Public Sector
Federal Acquisition Regulations
Desktop Publishing
Content Management
Salesforce CRM
Google APIs
Request for Information
Request for Proposal
Google Sheets Automation
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Small Business Administration
Airtable
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Tatyanna W.
Los Angeles, California
$24/hr
4.8
47 jobs
Expertise in computer and Internet software such as Word, Excel, Open Office Suite, Open Source Software, Twitter, Facebook, Wordpress Site Design(10 years experience) as well as Blog setup, customization and more. Ghost writing for Social Media and blogging. Grant writer. Project Manager. Internet Researcher.
Fourteen years of professional experience in nonprofit program management. 25 years of computer experience and very refined Internet and practical research skills. Twelve years of experience as an effective grant writer. Four years of experience with event planning.
WordPress
Social Media Website
Event Planning
Online Research
Social Media Content Creation
Travel Planning
Report Writing
Information Literacy
Online Market Research
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