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  • $48 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (215 jobs)
    I have written thousands of proposals, grants, and investor-focused business plans for 300+ organizations over a 17-year career in development. An American living abroad in South America, I love to write and work for positive social change all over the globe. I have an MA in Environment and Natural Resources and International Studies as well as BAs in English and Political Science, am academically published, and have diverse experience in dozens of different fields. My favorite projects are holistic by design, cross-cutting in innovative ways to achieve sustainability across multi-disciplinary fields. My specialties are in climate resilience, ecology, agriculture, entrepreneurship, women, indigenous rights, youth development and education. I have worked in big tech, AI, health, and energy among other areas as well. I write content and appeals along with more technical proposals and have worked on every continent (save Antarctica!).
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    Business Plan
    Environment
    Fundraising
    Grant Writing
    Grant Objectives & Methodology
    English
    Article Writing
    Nonprofit Organization
    Grant Proposal
    Writing
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Proposal Writing
    Grant Application
    Content Writing
  • $100 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (31 jobs)
    Experience: --------------- Over a decade of experience in the social impact sector and current Director of Athari Social Impact Consulting Raised well over $20 million for non-profits, NGOs, SMEs, and private firms looking to attract funding. Former business development executive at a leading UK non-profit. Have worked closely with donors such as the UK FCDO, the UN, the EU, and USAID, and have written successful grants for major NGOs such as CARE International and the Clinton Development Initiative. Expertise: --------------- Responses to donor Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Expressions of Interest (EOIs), and competitive tenders. Refining and developing project ideas. Comprehensive advice/leadership on project ideation, design, and implementation. Research. Producing plans, presentations, and documents and synthesizing, analyzing, and packaging complex information to attract funding. Translating 'donor speak’ for clients. Advising on attracting funding in the social impact space/third sector, including funding modalities such as traditional grants, match funding, social impact investment, equity investment, challenge funds, innovation funds, and pilot/accelerator funding. Funding opportunity prospecting and pipeline development. I maintain paid subscriptions to FundsforNGOs and Devex, where grant opportunities are posted daily. Technical areas: ------------------- - Institutional development - Health, clean water, and sanitation - Education - Financial inclusion - Innovation, including digital solutions - Women’s economic empowerment - Rural Livelihoods and agricultural development - Environmental protection - Renewable energy - Climate change mitigation Geographic experience: ------------------------------ - UK - EU - USA - Sub-Saharan Africa - MENA - South Asia - Latin America Skill-set and services: --------------------------- Technical grant writing. Financial grant development, incl. costing and budget development and value-for-money assessments. Project design, results frameworks, project plans, theories of change, and so on. Project management of the grant development/bid management process. Desk research. Consultations, incl. advice on fundraising approaches and strategies. Capacity building and training for non-profit organizations and social enterprises. Funding pipeline monitoring.
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    Market Analysis
    Project Delivery
    Grant Documentation
    Stakeholder Management
    Editing & Proofreading
    Budget Proposal
    Letter of Intent
    Letter of Inquiry
    Grant Writing
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Grant Application
  • $50 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (39 jobs)
    I am a qualified medical doctor with over a decade's work experience in public health and global health, health management and international development. My core competence is providing technical assistance in the planning, implementation & monitoring of health and development projects. I provide technical support to multiple health projects on consultancy basis. My services include: - Research: literature search, online research, desk reviews, synthesizing and summarizing research - Writing: report writing, content development, proposal writing, academic writing, literature reviews, drafting articles, concept notes and abstracts - Technical support: advisory services and input on design, development and strategic planning of health projects particularly in developing country contexts
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    Online Market Research
    Content Writing
    Report Writing
    Public Policy
    Strategy
    Technical Support
    Research Papers
    Scientific Writing
    Proposal Writing
    Academic Writing
    Public Health
    Technical Writing
    Article Writing
    Scientific Literature Review
    Academic Research
  • $85 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (63 jobs)
    Melody is CEO and owner of Waterworth Consulting, a boutique consulting firm registered in central London. Waterworth Consulting provides front-to-back solutions in non-profit management, research assistance and political consulting. We undertake projects for organisations and private individuals. Work includes research and reports writing, social media management for NGOs, geopolitical consulting and political proposal writing, and market research for sustainable business and climate change policies. We have also successfully secured and managed multi million euro grants for NGOs. Melody is a native English-speaking international development consultant with expertise in MEAL (M&E), data analysis, and report writing. She has ample experience in international contexts working with large data sets and with multi-million euro donors. She has successfully secured hundreds of thousands of euros in grants for the non-profit sector and has experience managing large campaigns and delivering impact and results. She is also a professional researcher. Academically her expertise lies in International Relations, Sustainable Development, Geopolitical Strategy, Conflict Transformation, Post-conflict reconstruction, DDR, local justice mechanisms, the use of restorative principles, Justice and open dialogue mediation. She has written articles for former Greenpeace CEO on sustainability worldwide, political commentary pieces on emerging conflicts, written about conditions in refugee camps on the edge of Europe and analysed governmental de-radicalisation programmes. She has further written content pieces about European Union policies and politics, explanations of European Commission departments and simplification of policy documents. Recent work includes article content on media bias, critical security, discourse analysis and political commentary. Academically, she has a Master of Science in Conflict Resolution and Governance from the University of Amsterdam and is an Honours College graduate from University College Maastricht (UCM). The highest-rated Liberal Arts College in the Netherlands. There she studied Conflict, Security, Human rights, Psychology and Development with a keen interest in how Climate Change affects these fields. She has ample international experience, working in diverse environments. In each role, she has developed partnerships and friends. This gives her access to an extensive professional network of people working in government, embassies and international organisations. Her passion lies in understanding complex struggles, securing development and reducing suffering using sustainable and personalised means. She has a particular interest in improving efficiency to increase impact at a reduced cost to donors and a reduced environmental impact. She has a keen interest in politics, law, human rights, and the environment and finds it easy to approach problems from an interdisciplinary holistic perspective.
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    Project Management
    Research Proposals
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Academic Research
    International Relations
    Research Papers
    Article Writing
    Qualitative Research
    Academic Writing
    Case Studies
    Report Writing
    Topic Research
    Technical Writing
  • $70 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (15 jobs)
    Hello, I'm Isaac. I am a sustainability consultant with proven experience helping companies excel in the EcoVadis assessment. Formerly a Sustainability Analyst for EcoVadis in Poland, I possess in-depth knowledge of their methodology and evaluation criteria. I now leverage this expertise to guide businesses through the EcoVadis preparation process, ensuring they are well-equipped to achieve their desired sustainability rating. My recent success includes helping a large healthcare group obtain a Platinum rating. Services Offered: EcoVadis Assessment Preparation Gap Analysis & Risk Identification Sustainability Data Collection & Reporting Documentation & Evidence Gathering Post-Assessment Optimization Strategies Benefits of Working With Me: EcoVadis assessment expertise Improved sustainability performance Increased efficiency and accuracy Reduced risk of non-compliance Achieve higher sustainability ratings Projects I have worked on include: - Sustainability and ESG reports, aligned with international frameworks such as GRI, SDG's - Consulting advice on sustainability audits, such as EcoVadis, Sustanalytics, ISO 14001, ISO 26000 - Blogs, SEO optimised content - Technical analysis and internal research. I have extensive knowledge of sustainability standards, including GRI, UN Global Compact, UN SDGs, EU Taxonomy, MSCI, Sustainalytics, EcoVadis, and CDP. My skills include sustainability reporting, carbon management, and climate change adaptation. I am dedicated to making a meaningful impact through my work.
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    Sustainable Design
    Climate Science
    Policy Writing
    Change Management
    Grant Proposal
    Research & Development
    Proposal Writing
    Sustainable Energy
    Content Writing
    Sustainability
  • $42 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (13 jobs)
    As an internationally recognized fundraising expert, my mission is to help you achieve your and your organization's goals. With a rich background in fundraising for both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors, I bring a blend of innovation, strategic insight and a deep understanding of the philanthropic landscape. My work is characterized by reliability, timeliness and flexibility. Let us make a difference together. Are you ready to embark on this journey?
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    Communications
    Sales
    Donor Relations
    Grant Proposal
    Business Development
    Writing
    Pitch Deck
    Fundraising
    Grant Writing
  • $65 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (36 jobs)
    Senior project management and policy professional with 8+ years' experience in consulting and professional services, government, and higher education. Proven success in driving large-scale business process and regulatory change across complex, cross-functional teams. Specialises in project management, policy development, research, technical writing, and programme implementation and evaluation in the public and private sectors at international, state, and local levels.
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    Policy Writing
    Technical Writing
    Project Planning
    Grant Writing
    Research & Strategy
    Business Planning & Strategy
    Survey Design
    Proposal Writing
    Policy Analysis
    Research & Development
    Business Consulting
    Policy Development
    Project Management
  • $60 hourly

    • 4.5/5
    • (50 jobs)
    I am a professional grant writer, copywriter, content writer, marketing specialist, and business strategist specializing in serving social enterprise organizations, including nonprofits and mission-driven for-profit companies focused on societal change that supports diversity, equity and inclusion. My team and I have experience and expertise in the performing and visual arts, social services, domestic violence, education, and mental health sectors. Our diverse client base includes organizations from across the U.S. who represent a variety of cultures, ethnic groups and religions who are working to make the world a better place for all. I wrote my first RFP over 30 years ago. My 20 years as a performing artist in New York City and 15 years in non-profit management and development in Ohio have given me broad, in-depth knowledge and perspective into the non-profit world. My experience as a classroom drama and music teacher and grant writer for arts-in-education programs add education to my areas of expertise. While a performing artist, I had one foot in the arts and another in the business world as an international marketing manager in financial services. My volunteer work in mental health and social justice advocacy further extend my range of expertise. My lifetime of experience has resulted in not only a unique, diverse set of skills, but the ability to bring order to chaos, creativity to the mundane, and provide services that get results. Recently, I have moved to an agency model, and have found some fantastic people to join my team to provide the best in client service to clients. RIGHT BRAIN + LEFT BRAIN = UNPARALLELED RESULTS! AREAS OF EXPERTISE: NONPROFIT --- music --- theater --- visual arts --- education --- mental health --- social justice FOR-PROFIT --- social interprise --- small business/entrepreneurs AREAS OF SERVICE: FUNDRAISING --- fundraising strategy and diversification --- grant research, writing, acquisition, and management BUSINESS MANAGEMENT: --- business analysis --- strategic planning for measured growth and sustainability --- budgeting --- customizing your chart of accounts for accounting purposes --- nonprofit board training and education --- laying the groundwork to compete for grants WRITING: --- grant writing --- case for support --- blog articles --- content writing --- copywriting --- chatbot conversational design --- white papers MARKETING: --- marketing strategy --- chatbot conversational design --- pitch books, brochures, and other marketing materials --- social media marketing --- and much more! STRENGTHS: --- Writing content that compels donors to give, buyers to buy, and grantors to grant! --- Effectively identifying grant makers that match your non-profit mission, thus increasing the chances for success --- Working smarter, not harder, through technology --- Creation of marketing plans and business strategies that align with business goals --- Identifying brand distinction, core values, and effective distribution strategies --- The intuitive ability to identify, assess and understand your strengths and translating them into a competitive advantage.
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    Housing
    Grant Application
    Grant Writing
    Budget Proposal
    Nonprofit Organization
    Business Proposal Writing
    Business Writing
    Market Research
    Business Development
    Marketing Communications
    SEO Writing
    Marketing Strategy
    Market Analysis
    Marketing Management
  • $40 hourly

    • 4.8/5
    • (41 jobs)
    I have a BA in Economics and a Masters in International Development and have always accepted highly diverse work contracts. I have worked mostly in environmental conservation at the community and government level, blending conservation with economic development for the most vulnerable populations. I also have extensive experience teaching. I am highly passionate about both formal and informal education. I have 8 years of teaching experience with preschool, elementary, high school students as well as adults in France, Costa Rica, Liberia, the U.S., the Philippines and Turkey. My teaching experience is mostly with the International Baccalaureate system, focusing on promoting critical thinking and creative problem solving to tackle the most pressing global issues. I have contributed to and created my own curriculum to meet student and community needs with an emphasis on environmental conservation and critical thinking. My specialty in the classroom is focusing on making learning fun and fostering student curiosity. I also love to help students express their feelings in a way that promotes healthy communication as a means to develop into kind and caring citizens. I have always taken work contracts that utilize my skills as well as help me develop professionally and personally. My highly varied work experience has helped me effortlessly learn new skills and excel in even the most challenging work roles. As a result of my unique work experience I think outside the box and always have creative solutions to unique problems.
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    Learning Management System
    Online Writing
    ESL Teaching
    Training Online LMS
    Translation
    Physics Tutoring
    Animated Environment
    Curriculum Plan
    Curriculum Design
    Grant Writing
  • $145 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (242 jobs)
    For more than 30 years I've been instrumental in the success of F500 companies, SMBs, and more than 150 startups. I'm highly recommended on Upwork, and have a high percentage of long-term and repeat clients. Expertise: - Business plans, financial models and pitch decks - Business coaching - Strategic planning - Pricing models - Term sheets for partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, funding - Launch plans - Design, critique, improve websites – customer journey, text, art direction - Marketing strategies and plans - Sales presentations and marketing materials - Messaging, value propositions, mission & vision statements - Branding from logos and tag lines to packaging and positioning - Trade journal and media articles - Product and explainer videos - Radio and TV commercials - Trade show booths, signage and sales materials For startups and early-stage companies, I’ve written business plans and developed financial models, pitch decks, and funding strategies. I also co-founded a startup that my partner and I sold to a F500 company. I have developed strategic plans for a wide range of organizations in the US and Europe from companies like Intel to non-profits, usually implementing the plans with Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) or Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). I’ve also coached/mentored numerous individuals and teams, that improved their skills, and increased their productivity and effectiveness. If you are starting a new venture, launching a product, or raising capital, you must have a concept that the market needs and a clear plan. If you are growing, diversifying, pivoting, or re-engineering an existing business, you must have achievable goals and an executable plan. Whether you are starting or growing, I’ll work with you to develop strategies, plans, and materials that work. Some Major Accomplishments In the corporate world: as Manager of Commercial Systems Marketing with Intel, developed strategic plans for US and European growth, and set up a marketing group in Europe; as co-founder and Executive Vice President, started an international company that my partner and I sold to a Fortune 500 company; as VP of Marketing & Sales, took a small company from losing $1M/yr. to profitability and a buyout in less than 12 months. As a Private Consultant to more than 175 companies (to date): wrote a journal article that resulted in more than $10M in RFQs; led a solar energy company through their launch, the release of their first product, and their initial funding raise; worked with a software company management team to reengineer the company to be marketing driven; worked with the founder to launch a disruptive SaaS platform in the automotive industry; helped a private equity firm assess potential acquisitions and mergers; worked with a founder to transform a small B2C company into the world's largest B2B licensor of digital art. Let’s work together on your project!
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    Explainer Video
    Sales Presentation
    Marketing Strategy
    Website Copy
    Branding
    Pricing
    Business Writing
    Terms & Conditions
    Management Consulting
    Pitch Deck
    Financial Model
    Startup Consulting
    Strategic Plan
    Business Coaching
    Business Plan
  • $120 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (33 jobs)
    8+ years grant writing, program development, and research experience for nonprofits, research outfits, and public benefit corporations. Special interest in helping organizations assess their current program capacity, strategically plan to improve services, develop funding-worthy program strategies, and secure grant funding. Over USD$16M total in successful grant applications from government, foundation, and institutional grant sources including CDC-NIH, NCOA, DHHS, DOD, DOJ, National Geographic Society, The Earth Institute, and more. Experience across multiple sectors-- human services, racial justice, education, conservation, health tech, mental health, animal welfare, arts & culture, STEM , public health, substance abuse prevention, WASH, global development, community services, biology, neuroscience, environmental science, and more. Above all, I am passionate about helping organizations obtain funding for their cause, whether it's a new organization, a new project, or you're just looking to expand your funding options. Together, we can successfully convey your ideas through well-researched, well-constructed proposals. I'm able to meticulously source topics, quickly digest information, and efficiently communicate findings across many disciplines. I also excel at translating complex topics into approachable content for lay audiences using: - powerpoints & oral presentations - brochures & infographics - web content, blog posts, & social media - educational materials I look forward to working with you!
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    Nonprofit Organization
    Startup Consulting
    Fundraising
    Budget Management
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Grant Writing
    Grant Application
  • $50 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (102 jobs)
    Working as a business consultant with 100+ unique non- and for-profit clients has taught me how to effectively develop and communicate the vision of new startups; this experience directly translates to understanding what aspects of a technical writing piece need to be highlighted to entice new investors. I have started three of my own businesses and have helped many other entrepreneurs explore their ideas and then write strategic business plans, curate donor lists, and prepare comprehensive proposals. I have led the writing of concept notes and grants both independently and with multi-million dollar NGOs; written a global comparative analysis for the Timorese Government; and consulted on project design related to everything from food security to plastic recycling. While overseas, I started a nonprofit NGO and raised funding, handled a budget, and organized a 6-day event with over 40 participants in two languages. Throughout all of my work I have excelled at working with new ideas and programs, helping develop ideas into plans, and problem solving to make the visions of others into realities. I like making it happen. As an independent consultant, I plan and organize my work, develop deliverables, and report on my findings to my employer and stakeholders. Throughout all of my work I have proven myself to be self motivated, proactive, and highly organized. I have an engineering degree which allows me to dive deep into technical details; a marketing and entrepreneurship business background which allows me to handle the financial operations; and non-profit grant writing experience which allows me to interact with the government and donors sectors effectively. I was a branch manager for a marketing company and produced 13% growth in sales over my term. This marketing background provides me the perspective necessary to attract investors and address their unspoken concerns directly. I am excited at the prospect of working where I can utilize my big picture and detail oriented thinking while building long term relationships. I would enjoy the opportunity to discuss how my research and implementation experience would directly benefit your business.
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    Proposal Writing
    Business Proposal Writing
    Market Analysis
    Request for Proposal
    Program Evaluation
    Sustainability
    Program Management
    Project Plans
    Research & Strategy
    Grant Application
    Grant Writing
    Business Plan
    Agriculture & Forestry
  • $56 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (43 jobs)
    I am an expert in the creation of highly technical and innovative proposals for EIC accelerator, Horizon Europe, and SME investment programs. I was successful in completing and receiving funding from multiple EU, EIC, and EBRD grant applications totaling more than 16 million euros. I also collaborated with a variety of US donors and for-profit and non-profit organizations to create letters of intent and short and full foundation funding applications. I am well-versed in proposal structure and am adept at tailoring your proposal to be clear, concise, and relevant to the funding authority's objectives. I guarantee that your project will be submitted on time and will meet all of the requirements outlined by the donor. My primary clients are SME's, business organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and municipalities. My consulting services include: - advice on whether your company or organization is eligible for a specific grant; - concept note or full application development, development of logical framework; budget and action plan development; - budget and action plan development. - development of a business plan and financial projections; - development of a pitch deck/presentation.
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    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Fundraising
    Nonprofit Organization
    Article Writing
    Grant Documentation
    Grant Application
    Business Planning & Strategy
    Project Finance
    Project Proposal
    Grant Writing
  • $25 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (46 jobs)
    Business Development Consultant with 7 years of Experience and 92% Client Satisfaction Rate. I'm a business professional experienced in creating high-quality business proposals, plans, strategies, pitch decks, financial models, and presentations. Over my 7-year career, I have helped over 200 businesses / organizations plan, start and grow, as well as secure over $23 million in funding. I offer a full range of services to meet your specific business needs, such as: Business Proposal Development: I can craft compelling proposals that clearly articulate your business vision and value proposition, and persuade potential investors or partners to fund your project. Business Plan Creation: I can develop comprehensive business plans that outline your goals, strategies, and objectives, and provide a detailed analysis of your market, industry, and competitors. Pitch Deck Creation: I can create impactful pitch decks that communicate your vision and unique selling points, and showcase your product or service features, benefits, and advantages. Financial Modeling: I can create financial models that accurately forecast your company's performance and cash flow, and provide a clear roadmap for growth and profitability. Business Strategy Development: I can develop strategic plans that help you stay ahead of the competition and achieve your goals, and provide actionable recommendations and solutions for your business challenges. Business Presentation Creation: I can create engaging and impactful presentations that communicate your vision and value proposition, and secure buy-in from stakeholders and customers. I have a passion for business development and a commitment to delivering results. I work with clients from various industries and backgrounds, and I always strive to exceed their expectations. I have a 92% client satisfaction rate and a lot of positive feedback on my previous projects. If you are looking for a reliable, professional, and experienced business analyst and developer, look no further. Let's work together to take your business to the next level.. Key Skills: Business Consultant | Fundraising | Proposals | Plans | Strategy | Consulting | Fundraising Expert | Proposal Writing | Business Plans | Strategic Planning | Business Strategy | Funding Solutions | Strategic Consulting | Investment Proposals | Business Development | Financial Planning | Growth Strategy | Entrepreneurial Guidance | Capital Acquisition | Business Expansion
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    Government Procurement
    RFP Writing
    Cover Letter Writing
    Editing & Proofreading
    Business Planning & Strategy
    Financial Modeling
    Marketing Strategy
    Grant Writing
    Fundraising
    Business Development
    Project Plans
    Proposal Writing
    Business Presentation
    Business Analysis
  • $95 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (134 jobs)
    With over 15 years of fundraising experience, I can provide you with the grant writing and prospect research expertise to help support your nonprofit organization. I have raised more than $8.5M for international and US-based nonprofits focused on healthcare, education/technology, economic development, STEM, and human services as well as youth development and mentoring. I am trilingual in English, French, and Spanish and am happy to provide you with a complimentary consultation to ensure that your project is a good fit!
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    Prospect List
    Project Budget
    Grant Documentation
    Prospect Research
    General Operating Grant
    Program Grant
    Grant Application
    Developmental Editing
    Budget Proposal
    Grant Objectives & Methodology
    Fundraising
    Program Management
    Grant Writing
    Report Writing
  • $88 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (9 jobs)
    Hello! My name is Laura Wicks and I am Program & Project Manager and Business Development Specialist with over 14 years of experience. I provide consulting and advisory services for the UN, other IOs, INGOs, US-based nonprofit organizations, governments and corporate clients as well as trade and investment services for sustainable projects. I have worked with clients ranging from UNICEF, UNFPA, UNDP, India HIV/AIDS Alliance, FAO to many governments across the globe to local non-profits to private sector companies on monitoring and evaluation projects, business development as well as projects working with products in the CleanTech, Agricultural, ICT and public health sectors. I have vast experience undertaking large research and evaluation projects including being responsible for designing project methodologies, interview protocols and research tools, managing international teams, designing, developing, writing and editing large, in-depth research reports, monitoring and evaluation plans, logframes, and other related documents. I have also been responsible for undertaking large, detailed competitive analyses, as well as developing detailed business plans, pitch decks and investor databases. On the general business admin side, I have been responsible for writing successful grants and proposals ranging in value from $25k to $100m+, providing transcription services, minute taking, managing a blog, developing and executing contracts (NDAs, Non-Compete Agreements, Teaming Agreements, MoUs, among others), writing Press Releases, and undertaking background research and analysis for upcoming business opportunities. Given my experience, I am confident that I can provide you with the highest quality of work in an efficient timeframe to meet the needs of your project. I look forward to collaborating with you!
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    Business Analysis
    Business Proposal Writing
    Content Editing
    Gender Analysis
    Grant Writing
    English
    Competitive Analysis
  • $200 hourly

    • 4.4/5
    • (200 jobs)
    As an Expert-Vetted, Top-Rated Plus grant writer, I deliver grant writing expertise to amplify your nonprofit organization's impact. I have raised more than $26 million for: arts, criminal legal reform, economic development, education, environmental/wildlife conservation, gender justice, health, humanities, LGBTQ+ issues, people with disabilities, racial justice, social justice, STEM, Veterans, women/femmes, workforce development, and youth. My experience also includes securing federal earmark funding, COVID-19 funding, and general operating support. I am an expert at identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding local, national, and international funders including foundations, corporations, and government. I work with 501(c)(3) nonprofit clients throughout the United States of a variety of sizes, personnel structures, and programmatic needs. Among more than 60 Upwork clients, I work with 80% on a long-term basis. I offer the following grant writing services for nonprofits, for-profits in need of subject matter experts, and aspiring grant writers; 𝘂𝗻𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱, 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 $𝟮𝟬𝟬/𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿: - 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹-𝗦𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: I take care of researching, writing, and submitting your grant proposals. I also manage reporting deadlines and the completion/submission of grant reports! This service is only available to clients who book Grant Prospect Research (described below). - 𝗡𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 ($𝟮,𝟬𝟬𝟬): I will compile and curate a list of grant opportunities that match your 501(c)(3) nonprofit's operational, programmatic, and/or capital goals. I will also vet your eligibility for prospects that you have identified. I am available to provide full-service grant writing for these prospects. This service includes two consultations. - 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟭𝟬𝟭 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 ($𝟯𝟱𝟬): Learn the basics of grant writing by booking this 1-hour, one-on-one session. When you book your session, you will be prompted to submit a list of questions for us to discuss during our session. Perfect for: new ("startup") 501(c)(3) nonprofits; professionals/Board Members forming a new nonprofit/deciding whether to establish a new nonprofit; established nonprofit organizations seeking to refine fundraising strategy; and Board Members who want to deepen their contributions to the organizations they love. - 𝟭:𝟭 𝗡𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 (𝟮-𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗺𝘂𝗺): Receive live feedback from expert nonprofit grant writer Dara Gever. During the consultation, you will receive real-time feedback on every aspect of the working draft of your proposal. - 𝗡𝗼𝗻𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟭𝟬𝟭 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 ($𝟭,𝟱𝟬𝟬): A live, 2-hour seminar designed to train your organization's management team, development department, and/or other fundraising staff to identify, write, and manage grants. - 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ($𝟱𝟬𝟬): Subject matter expert consultation designed to support for-profit businesses that seek to provide their own grant writing services to nonprofit clients or improve their grant prospect research/writing service model. - 𝗔𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀' 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝟭𝟬𝟭 ($𝟱𝟬𝟬): Learn the basics of becoming a professional grant writer or enhancing your grant writing business. This consultation is perfect for: a) grant writers who want to enter the exciting and growing grant writing industry; and b) grant writers who want to improve their effectiveness, refine their business models, and discover strategies for providing exceptional services to nonprofits. **Actively accepting clients in need of grant writing services for on-the-ground activism, organizing, and leadership. I am committed to advancing racial justice.** 𝗡𝗼𝘁𝗲: Due to recent incidents of plagiarism by other freelancers, please alert Upwork if you notice any wording on my Upwork profile appearing on other Upwork profiles by flagging that profile and emailing support@upwork.com. Thank you!
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    Grant Proposal
    Nonprofit Organization
    Grant Writing Consultation
    Grant Evaluation Plan
    English
    Grant Writing
    Grant Application
    Grant Documentation
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Grant Objectives & Methodology
    Capacity Building Grant
    General Operating Grant
    Program Grant
  • $60 hourly

    • 4.7/5
    • (245 jobs)
    Offering over 35 years of professional government relations and business writing. Specialties include RFP responses for government services and innovative technologies development grants. I provide deep experience in climate change and novel green energy solutions, mitigation and planning grants, GIS systems, and their application. Principal RFP/Grant Writer, surpassing the $280 million mark in federal, state, and local government contracts and government and foundation grant awards: Contract awards include EPA, DoS, DoD (USAF, USN), NOAA, and DoJ among others, and multiple state government awards. Grant awards include The National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, USDA, NIH, DoD/DARPA, and SBIRs from multiple agencies; Federal, state, and private foundation awards in emergency feeding program support and social services, operating and capital grant funding. RFP Consultant: I have been engaged to research requirements and write RFPs for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the University of Salisbury (MD), and multiple municipal government organizations. Business Writer: I have completed multiple business article assignments for SKIM Business Journal (Spatial Knowledge & Information Management) Distribution among the governments and universities of the Gulf Cooperation Council (Persian Gulf): Multiple articles on the Application of GIS technologies for regional development: Climate Change and Resource Management; Energy, Urban Development and Transportation and International Trade and Finance Sectors. Other assignments included national economic profiles for Strategy Reports (an international business journal) focusing on Latin America with articles on Energy, Transportation, the Panama Canal Expansion, Finance & Banking, and Communications Technology Sectors in Panama and Guatemala; multiple assignments for the SAGE Encyclopedia of World Poverty. Freestore Foodbank (2011-2013) - Grant Writer, gaining $1.8 million in public, corporate and private foundation grants for anti-poverty food distribution, social services, and capital campaigns As Manager for Information Services with Labat Anderson (1999-2008), I provided advanced client services to 56 separate offices of US EPA and their national outreach programs. Strong knowledge of climate change and its economic, military, and political impact, national water & air quality programs & policies, I managed the Agency's national contact and order processing center for publications. I was Director for Public Information for the National Space Society (Philadelphia office); writing white papers, newsletters & congressional briefing books. Contributing panelist, OMNI Magazine symposium on US Space Policy. Strong knowledge of space launch systems, in-space manufacturing, and energy generation and defense systems.
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    Grant Writing
    Business Proposal Writing
    Content Writing
    Article Writing
    Energy
    Editorial Writing
    Public Policy
    Business Writing
    English
    Business Plan
  • $200 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (311 jobs)
    I am a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and hold a Master's Degree in Public Administration with a focus on Fundraising for small Community-Based Organizations. I have successfully completed over 500 grant applications including government, foundation, and corporate requests with a total fundraising number over $200 million secured. ** Please note, I prioritize retainer clients starting at 5K per month. This doesn’t mean that I won’t take on other projects, just please be aware of the prioritization. ** I am based in the New York City tri-state area and have over 15 years of grant writing experience. I have worked not only in public administration but also in direct services. My professional experience includes education, youth services, community advocacy and outreach, the arts, women’s rights legislation, food pantries, homeless services, substance abuse services, family development and a variety of case management programming initiatives. I have successfully secured grant awards ranging from $500 (for basic supplies) to $1.2 million for programmatic start-ups. The largest single gift I have raised is 10M. My services include: strategic fundraising implementation, full grant proposals, letters of intent, applications, proposal templates, grant reports, evaluations and budget analyses. I am seeking to partner with individuals and non-profits with strong plans to revitalize their communities and build a sustainable future.
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    Research Papers
    Proposal Writing
    Fundraising
    Research Proposals
    Nonprofit Organization
    Marketing Strategy
    Growth Strategy
    Investment Strategy
    Budget Management
    Letter of Intent
    Grant Writing
  • $90 hourly

    • 4.7/5
    • (47 jobs)
    I’ve raised approximately $10 million in grants and contracts on behalf of nonprofits, public sector organizations and startups. I’ve submitted grant applications to federal and state government agencies as well as to private foundations. My specialties are government grants and social impact innovation. I’ve built programs from the ground up, so I have hands on experience with nearly every aspect that a grant is expected to cover, including: ^program design ^staffing ^metrics and evaluation ^partnership development ^project management ^reporting ^budgeting ^policy implications ^creation of final products I can offer insights into strengthening these areas of your application and I can do contract work in these areas. In addition, I know what grant makers look for because I was a grant maker. I developed five different grant making programs while at UCLA. As a result, I intimately understand how grant makers think and how grants work their way through the review process. I'm a very strategic thinker. I can help with everything from polishing an existing draft to building a grant strategy from the ground up. Some of the content areas where I have expert knowledge (or written grants on): human rights, substance abuse prevention, developmental disability, gender based sexual violence, diversity and inclusion, national service and volunteerism, community & economic development, historic revitalization, community organizing, job placement and workforce development, emergency preparedness, COVID-19, starts ups, technology, entrepreneurship, social enterprise, sustainability (green), faith based initiatives, farming and agriculture, housing and homelessness, food insecurity, supply chain, social responsibility, bio-tech, information and communications technology, national security and defense, youth leadership and development and much more. I have subscriptions to several grant databases. I can do research for you if you'd like to discover what granting agencies are looking for projects like yours.
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    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Information & Communications Technology
    Grant Application
    Content Writing
    Strategic Plan
    Letter of Inquiry
    Grant Evaluation Plan
    Fundraising
    Grant Objectives & Methodology
    Community Outreach
    Grant Writing
  • $25 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (81 jobs)
    I provide humanitarian & health grant writing serices, with +5 yrs experience and +80 projects worldwide. I have worked in USAID, ECHO, HORIZON and other projects with J&J, WHO Advisors, Doctors of the World, Caritas and multiple Worldwide NGOs in projects related to Digital Health, Street Medicine, WASH, and Nutrition. I provide support with LOIs, Grant Proposal Writing and Grant Revision. I work with only 1 project at a time.
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    Public Health
    Healthcare Management
    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Grant Application
    Health & Wellness
    Strategy
    Business Operations
    Nonprofit Organization
    Grant Writing
    Translation
    Grant Documentation
    Castilian Spanish
  • $75 hourly

    • 4.2/5
    • (51 jobs)
    I am an expert in all things financial, with several advanced degrees that involve Economics, Finance, Business Law and Management. My current path is leading to post-doctoral work in Non-Profit Management with a concentration on the sustainability of funding/ fund development. If you need Grant Writing, I am able to concisely and with passion convey your message, with financials, if that is needed; that will allow any potential grant committee to put your Grant request at the top of their A list. Able to meet short deadlines with ease. Have worked for years in the Not for Profit sector, helping to generate both large and small scale fundraising and grant writing successful results. Are you starting your first business, need help with grants or fundraising, or just need that extra bit of mentoring to help with a special project? Not sure whom to turn to for answers, with what needs to be done and in what order? Those urgent questions about crowdfunding, grants, general fundraising, need to be answered by an expert. I have over 20 years of experience as a business consultant, grant writer., fundraiser for all types and sizes of Not for Profits. My comprehensive services are tailored to the business needs of both the for-profit and Not for Profit sector. I offer highly individualized service, provide in-depth consulting so that you understand the how's and why's of business, grants and other kinds of funding for all types and sizes of businesses. Specializing in nonprofit start-up and development, small business development, grant writing particularly federal and highly complex grants, including Real Estate acquisition and housing development. Please be advised that for all under two calendar-year-old non-profits, I must be provided in writing the detailed visions on the organizational and programming needs, the financials already in place, and what your expectations are for me as your paid consultant. Many foundations, corporations, and other funding sources are requiring in-depth current real-time financials that often include: IRS 990 forms and audited financials. For most newly forming non-profits these forms are not in existence. It has been my experience that most newly forming nonprofits underestimate the time and financial resources it will take to cultivate and build credible relationships with all types of funding entities and how unstable this time of funding can be in the long term. Also, and this is equally important, it has been my experience that some newly forming non-profits do not have credible financials - or have, in fact, not created any kind of budget to propel the organization forward. I can, of course, assist in developing budgets, but this does take time and discussion. I am a very methodical working...working carefully and consistently in providing superlative products. And my service is next to none: I believe in the power of partnership, collaboration, and open lines of communication. If this is for you...then we should talk! If you, however, want someone "to go it alone" as some clients prefer, then I am not the one for you! My consulting/grant writing services are comprehensive, individualized, personalized and exemplary. I love what I do, and my work reflects this passion and dedication I bring to all the work I do. My for-profit clients get all the same passion and dedication to giving you an effective and targeted result to your needs.
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    Academic Research
    Financial Analysis
    Finance & Accounting
    Social Media Management
    Legal Research
    Nonprofit Organization
    Content Writing
    Business Analysis
    Crowdfunding
    Project Proposal
    Fundraising
    Grant Writing
    Business Plan
  • $150 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I'm a seasoned financial executive with extensive C-suite experience informed by a decade of Wall Street investment banking and equity research work. Whether you're needing a CFO/COO for hire, strategic and financial plan preparation, in-house M&A / special projects execution, or board and investor relations materials - I can help! * I am deeply committed to excellence - I deliver an A+ product - on time, every time * I can work in any industry - I have worked in over 13 different industries and have built a career on quickly moving up sector learning curves * I am passionate about serving as a trusted strategic advisor to CEOs * I efficiently craft strategic plans and budgets that are well-received by regulatory bodies and boards of directors * I am a special projects specialist - portfolio includes selling an insurance business, leading a core software systems conversion, developing a performance management system, and establishing a 401K employee stock ownership plan * I excel at financial storytelling through PowerPoint, analyzing data and distilling into key takeaways custom-tailored to the designated audience * I operate with the utmost level of integrity and ethics
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    Investment Research
    Corporate Strategy
    Financial Reporting
    Financial Modeling
    Investment Banking
    Budget Proposal
    Financial Analysis & Valuation
    Financial Presentation
    Financial Plan
    Financial Audit
    Budget
    Strategic Planning
    Strategy
    Strategic Plan
  • $90 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (16 jobs)
    I empower my clients to launch and scale their operations through business development, financial strategy, grant acquisition and management, and lean performance improvement practices. After years of working with firms like Ernst & Young and McKinsey, I now offer my services as a freelancer to reduce overhead costs and make top-tier consulting services available to my clients at a much more reasonable rate.
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    Grant Research & Prospect List
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Healthcare Management
    Grant Writing
    Market Analysis
  • $50 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (62 jobs)
    I have over 9 years experience in data research in different fields: social studies, monitoring and evaluation, qualitative and quantitative analysis. Having worked in the projects funded by Internationally recognized organizations, such as World Bank, EU commission, IWPR, I have a broad experience in innovative analytical tools and techniques, marketing research and analytics. Now I work as a freelancer all over the world to help organizations and businesses to analyze data for the research effectively using various tools (R, SPSS, Stata, Excel, Python, EViews, Statistica). I provide my clients with qualified and professional services including: ✅Quantitative Research: designing surveys, collecting data, and running descriptive and inferential statistics on large datasets. ✅Qualitative Research: designing and conducting qualitative research projects (e.g., interviews, focus groups) and analyzing the resulting data. For Data Analysis I use Excel, SPSS, STATA, R, Bigquery, Python, Matlab, Numpy Online survey: Nvivo, Qualtrics, Google forms, Surveymonkey, Decipher Survey Platform
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    Program Evaluation
    NVivo
    Data Analytics & Visualization Software
    Survey Data Analysis
    Python
    Market Survey
    Human Resources Analytics
    Technical Writing
    Research Interviews
    SurveyMonkey
    Qualtrics
    Survey Design
    Report Writing
    Quantitative Research
    Qualitative Research
  • $55 hourly

    • 5.0/5
    • (2 jobs)
    Hello! I'm Kayla and I'd love to help make your sustainability project a reality! I've always been passionate about sustainability have gained a wealth of experience over the past 15 years in the field. I use my experience and intuition to quickly develop project goals and work diligently to complete them. I’m highly self-motivated and have a flexible schedule to meet your deadlines quickly. * Research * Grant writing * Report writing * Project design I highly value clear communication, professional relationships, and first-rate quality work. I’m looking forward to scheduling a meeting to see if I'm a good fit for you!
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    Agriculture
    Document Review
    Sustainability
    Organizer
    Systems Development
    Design Thinking
    Communications
    Writing
    Grant Writing
    Environment
    English
  • $125 hourly

    • 4.9/5
    • (74 jobs)
    I have been in private equity/ venture capital for the past 25 years. I worked for several years with BDC Capital, a $3 billion venture capital fund. Companies that I have been directly involved in have raised over $200M of venture capital and have achieved exits of $1.6 billion. I love working with very early stage companies. I provide a lot of value in getting your business ready for investment. I will offer very blunt feedback and help you position your company for success. I can provide feedback on the business plan, presentation, etc. In exceptional cases I can make introductions to investors that I believe will have a high likelihood of investing. I have been honored for my achievements. I have been a Business Pitch Judge at the prestigious Rice Business Plan Competition and Banff Venture Forum. I have also judged several international Pitch Competitions. I advise technology companies all over the world. I also act as a consultant on operational issues. I have also completed a few turnarounds as well. My services include: - Winning pitch decks - Financial Models - forecasting, analysis, problem solving - Investor pitch decks, strategy and identification of appropriate investors.. - Business planning and Strategic Consulting (business plan writing, business development, strategic analysis, marketing plan, market entry strategies) - Company valuation, Mergers and Acquisitions and Due Diligence, Value Creation Plans - Inbound Private Equity - helping companies respond with a strategy on how they will invest the funds - Venture Capital Funds - Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - interim and mentoring - Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) - Market Research My knowledge of what works allows me to help you avoid common mistakes and proactively positions you to answer the tough questions. I want to give back and help others succeed. I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals and dreams!
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    Growth Strategy
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Financial Analysis
    Presentation Design
    Strategy
    Venture Capital
    Fundraising
    Startup Consulting
    Business Plan
    Investor Overview
    Investment Banking
    Management Consulting
    Financial Modeling
    Venture Capital Consulting
    Presentations
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