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In 2020, I won over $400,000 in grants for my clients. For the past five years, I have worked full-time as a fundraising company grant writer, manager, and administrator. Unfortunately, that company has fallen upon hard times so I am excited to be back on Upwork as an active freelancer. Here is what my clients had to say: Thanks for the fantastic on point writing, great communication, and speedy turn-around. Looking forward to working on more projects together. Gabriel Sanchez, Family Help Institute in Brownsville, Brooklyn. Mike H. was AWESOME! He read over the grant and asked us preliminary questions to get a better understanding of our non-profit. His research skills were impeccable! My non-profit team could not be happier about our decision in working with Mike. We will definitely be working together again the future. Desmond Marshall, Project H.O.O.D in Chicago “Dr. Hershorn was great, on time and delivered on schedule. He provided valuable insight as well. I will work with him again.” –Dr. Kwasi Agbleke, Harvard University Skills 5.0, Quality 5.0, Availability 5.0, Deadlines 5.0, Communication 5.0, Cooperation 5.0 I have eight years of experience as a grant writer at a non-profit serving the homeless in West Palm Beach, Florida where I was the Director of Research and Program Evaluation. I was responsible for successful grants resulting in over $3,000,000 in annual funding. During my tenure at the agency the overall operating budget grew from 3 to 6 million dollars. I am fully versed in federal, state, county and private foundation grant application writing and have access to three grant search databases. I take a research-oriented approach to grant writing and identifying evidence-based practices and quantifiable and measurable outcomes. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Syracuse University, my grant writing is informed by a deep knowledge of and experience with human development and mental health/substance use issues. As a faculty member at Nova Southeastern University for six years, I am a published author of two self-help psychology books on anger management as well as numerous articles in scientific journals. I have an extensive client list and numerous sample grants and work products which will be provided upon request. If you are looking for help, I am ready to put my varied writing experience to work for you. Let’s work together to create and build effective proposals to grow your agency.

I’m a strategic consultant with more than a decade of experience helping nonprofit, healthcare, public-sector, and mission-driven organizations secure funding, develop programs, strengthen operations, analyze data, and demonstrate measurable impact. My expertise includes grant strategy and writing, fundraising and fund development, program development, project management, data analytics, impact measurement, ROI storytelling, strategic planning, business development, and marketing communications. I specialize in turning complex ideas into clear strategies, fundable initiatives, measurable outcomes, compelling proposals, reports, dashboards, presentations, and stakeholder communications. Clients hire me when they need more than task support, they need a strategic partner who can see the bigger picture, organize the moving pieces, analyze results, communicate effectively, and move projects from concept through execution. Areas of expertise: Grants | Fundraising | Program Development | Data Analytics | Impact & ROI | Project Management | Nonprofit & Healthcare Consulting | Strategic Planning | Communications

25+ Years in Relationship-Centered Development Are you a nonprofit leader who knows you need to strengthen donor relationships and sharpen your message but aren't sure where to start? I help organizations move beyond transactional fundraising to build authentic, lasting connections with the people who believe in their mission—and I help you shape communications that inspire action. With over 25 years in nonprofit development and marketing, I've guided organizations of all sizes toward sustainable funding strategies and compelling narratives—from grassroots community groups to campaigns exceeding $20 million. My approach is built on my Cultivating Relationships (CR) framework—a donor-as-hero, gratitude-first philosophy that puts genuine connection before the ask. **How I can help you:** **Fundraising & Development Strategy** Fundraising strategy and campaign planning · Donor cultivation and stewardship strategy · Major donor and corporate partnership strategy · Board fundraising training and toolkits · Foundation and grant strategy · Case for support and messaging direction **Marketing & Communications Strategy** Storytelling and messaging strategy · Email and social media strategy · Integrated marketing strategy that supports fundraising goals · Brand and positioning guidance **Strategic Coaching & On-Call Support** Sometimes you don't need another deliverable—you need a thought partner. Through my coaching offering, you get a direct, ongoing line to me for the real-time moments: a donor conversation you're weighing, a decision before you hit send, a board ask you want to talk through. Available as a standalone package or built into a retainer. My clients include environmental conservation organizations, social justice nonprofits, youth development programs, and publications committed to amplifying diverse voices. I bring strategic vision and a partner's perspective. Whether you need a fundraising strategy, a communications approach that builds community, help preparing your board to fundraise confidently, or a thought partner to strengthen your overall direction, I'd love to learn about your organization and explore how I can help. Let's talk about what's possible for your mission.

I am a graphic designer and I graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno. I value creative and fulfilling design work. Seeking an exciting opportunity where I can contribute to your goals while creating memorable and eye-catching design work. I want more experience working as a freelancer so I can hopefully pursue it full time. I also have a job as a designer.

As a highly accomplished, executive-level development professional, I pride myself on leading organizations and clients to fundraising success through innovative strategies. My expertise includes: 📊 Fundraising & Revenue Growth: Driving capital, annual giving, and endowment campaigns. 🤝 Donor Relations: Building and nurturing lasting donor partnerships. 📝 Communications Strategy: Crafting compelling narratives to engage supporters. 🚀 Campaign Innovation: Launching initiatives that achieve significant revenue gains. 🎯 Strategic Leadership: Aligning development efforts with organizational goals. Let’s connect to take your fundraising to the next level!

I am a start-up, nonprofit business operations consultant passionate about helping mission-driven organizations grow through strategic planning, grant development, and operational excellence. Throughout my career, I have organized the internal structure of multiple LLC's, secured more than $800,000 in grant funding, managed the execution of hundreds of thousands of dollars in active grant awards, and led the development of multimillion-dollar initiatives, including a $10+ million Family Enrichment Center in collaboration with public, private, and community partners. My experience spans program development, fundraising, marketing, organizational leadership, administrative assistance, HR systems, and project management, allowing me to build sustainable solutions that create lasting community impact. I enjoy turning complex ideas into actionable strategies that strengthen organizations and help them achieve their missions. With academic backgrounds in Urban Development and Information Systems, I bring both analytical thinking and creative problem-solving to every project. Whether I'm developing business plans, writing grants, designing organizational systems, or leading cross-functional teams, I strive to build strong relationships, foster collaboration, and deliver measurable results that help organizations and the communities they serve thrive.