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Rebecca T.

Anaheim, California

$65/hr
5.0
19 jobs

I’m a nonprofit strategy, fundraising, and grant writing professional with 20+ years of experience helping organizations strengthen funding, improve operations, and build systems that support long-term growth. I’ve spent the last 8 years as an Executive Director, so I understand nonprofit challenges from the inside. Not just as a consultant, but as someone responsible for budgets, boards, staff, and results. I work primarily with small to mid-sized nonprofits (under $1M budgets), membership organizations, and community-based or grassroots programs. My approach blends strategic planning, fund development, and execution, ensuring organizations not only raise more funds but also operate more clearly and sustainably. What I help with: Nonprofit strategy & capacity-building Fund development planning and donor strategy Grant research, writing, and submission management Annual, End-of-year & Giving Tuesday campaigns Case for Support and messaging frameworks Donor and membership systems (CRM/AMS, reporting, workflows) Board-ready fundraising tools and communications Funding pipelines, grant calendars, and sustainability planning I’ve secured funding from foundations, corporations, and government sources, led organizational strategy and growth initiatives, and built fundraising systems that increased donor retention and year-over-year revenue. My background spans youth development, education, health, and community-based nonprofits. Clients value working with me because I’m: Strategic but practical Detail-oriented and deadline-driven Collaborative and easy to work with Focused on solutions that teams can maintain long after the project ends If you’re looking for a trusted partner who can help align mission, strategy, and funding, I’d be glad to support your work.

  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Nonprofit
  • Grant Proposal
  • Fundraising
  • Strategic Plan
  • Nonprofit Industry Consulting
  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Digital Marketing Materials
  • Software Integration
  • Grant Writing Consultation
  • Donor Relations
  • Grant Application
  • Grant Objectives & Methodology
  • Grant Management Software
Hope A.

Hephzibah, Georgia

$60/hr
4.8
173 jobs

I secure funding and win government contracts for nonprofits, startups, and businesses ready to scale their impact and revenue. Whether you're pursuing competitive grants, responding to complex RFPs, or establishing nonprofit compliance, I transform your capabilities into winning proposals that deliver essential resources and sustainable growth. My Track Record: Over three years, I've secured more than $2.8 million in grant funding and developed proposals for government contracts ranging from $100,000 to $12 million. My clients span energy, healthcare, housing, facility management, public safety, and social services sectors. With 91% Job Success and Top Rated Plus status across 80+ completed projects, I deliver results that matter. What I Do: I craft compelling grant proposals for federal agencies (DOE, NIH, HUD, USDA, SAMHSA), foundations, and corporations. I translate technical innovation and programmatic vision into narratives that align with funder priorities and secure awards. Beyond federal opportunities, I conduct strategic funding research and manage complete application lifecycles from concept through submission. For government contracting, I develop compliance-driven proposals that position you as the contractor of choice. I navigate SAM.gov registration, decode complex RFP/RFQ solicitations, develop technical and management volumes demonstrating capability, create detailed cost proposals, and build comprehensive compliance matrices. My contract experience includes facility management operations worth $11.7 million, digital infrastructure, law enforcement coordination, transportation services, and professional consulting. I also provide complete 501(c)(3) formation services including IRS applications, bylaws development, and state registrations for organizations establishing nonprofit status. What Sets Me Apart: My dual expertise in grant acquisition and government contracting gives you a strategic advantage—I understand how agencies evaluate both programmatic funding and procurement proposals. I bring deep knowledge of federal compliance frameworks including Federal Acquisition Regulation, OMB Uniform Guidance, and agency-specific requirements. This means your proposals meet the technical standards that separate funded projects and awarded contracts from rejected submissions. My Approach: I identify competitive differentiators, anticipate evaluator questions, structure narratives for maximum scoring impact, collaborate to incorporate your expertise, and manage aggressive deadlines without compromising quality. Clients choose me because I deliver proven results, communicate clearly, and understand that behind every application is an organization working to create meaningful change or sustainable growth. Whether you need a grant writer who understands funder priorities, an RFP strategist who can win competitive contracts, or a comprehensive funding consultant who navigates complex opportunities, I bring the technical expertise, strategic insight, and persuasive documentation that transforms organizational capacity into funded programs and awarded contracts.

  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Grant Proposal
  • RFP Writing
  • Grant Application
  • Grant Writing Consultation
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Grant Documentation
  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Evaluation Plan
  • Nonprofit Industry Consulting
  • Request for Proposal
  • Proposal Writing
  • Program Grant
  • Endowment Grant
  • Capacity Building Grant
Donna M.

Raleigh, North Carolina

$150/hr
5.0
77 jobs

Toccata Data Solutions specializes in Bloomerang CRM Bloomerang Fundraising. We work with nonprofit organizations to bring order, clarity, and reliability to their fundraising tools and systems. Our work starts by untangling how your donor data, gifts, communications, and integrations are currently working, and investigating where they’re breaking down. From there, we establish clear data structures, consistent workflows, and documented standards so your entire team knows how information should flow and be maintained. We don’t just assess your systems, we fix what’s causing your friction. That includes correcting misaligned integrations, standardizing workflows, building automations and adding additional integrations to reduce errors. This approach reduces manual cleanup, prevents future data issues, and gives teams confidence in their data, reporting, and donor communications. Donna Mehr, Toccata's founder, has managed nonprofit fundraising and databases for over 25 years. She holds a Master of Arts from Duke University, a Certificate in Nonprofit Management from Duke, and an undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences from Florida State University. Services: • Bloomerang CRM process strategy, data cleanup, and configuration of your new or existing system. • Bloomerang Fundraising configuration, integration, strategy • Bloomerang Volunteer (configuration and integration) • Bloomerang Membership configuration and workflows • Staff training on basic to advanced software features • Donor segmentation evaluation and setup • Email to CRM integration, cleanup, and syncing • Gift and constituent management strategy, implementation and cleanup, • Custom reporting • Process documentation • Bloomerang migration support (including recurring donations) • Ongoing database support We help organizations build smooth integrations between Bloomerang and • Quickbooks • Email platforms (Mailchimp, Constant Contact) • Online donation forms (Donorbox, Givebutter, Classy etc...) • Event management platforms (OneCause, Eventbrite, etc...)

  • Nonprofit Organization
  • WordPress
  • CRM Software
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Database Management
  • Fundraising
  • Bloomerang
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Kindful
  • Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge
  • Database
  • Customer Relationship Management
Sade D.

Bayonne, New Jersey

$200/hr
4.9
354 jobs

I’m a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) with a Master’s in Public Administration, specializing in fundraising for small, community-based organizations. With over 15 years of experience and a proven track record across public administration and direct service, I’ve successfully secured more than $200 million in funding through 500+ grant applications—ranging from government contracts to foundation and corporate support. I prioritize retainer-based partnerships (starting at $5,000/month), though I remain open to select project-based work. My priority is always building meaningful collaborations with organizations that are ready to grow and invest in lasting community change. Based in the NYC tri-state area, I bring a deep understanding of both systems-level work and frontline service delivery. My portfolio spans education, youth services, community outreach, the arts, women’s rights, food insecurity, homelessness, substance use services, family development, and case management initiatives. I’ve secured grants from $500 for program supplies to $1.2 million for new program launches, and my largest single gift to date is $10 million. My fundraising services include: -Strategic fundraising planning and implementation -Full grant proposals and letters of intent (LOIs) -Customized grant application development -Proposal templates and toolkits -Grant reports and evaluations -Budget development and analysis I’m looking to partner with mission-driven individuals and nonprofits committed to revitalizing their communities and building sustainable futures. Let’s move from surviving to scaling—together.

  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Grant Writing
  • Letter of Intent
  • Budget Management
  • Investment Strategy
  • Growth Strategy
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Research Proposals
  • Fundraising
  • Proposal Writing
  • Research Papers
Rosemary B.

Columbus, Georgia

$30/hr
4.8
20 jobs

𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒇𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝑾𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒆𝒓 | 𝑷𝒓𝒐𝒑𝒐𝒔𝒂𝒍, 𝑩𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒏 & 𝑷𝒊𝒕𝒄𝒉 𝑫𝒆𝒄𝒌 𝑬𝒙𝒑𝒆𝒓𝒕 | 𝑹𝑭𝑷/𝑹𝑭𝑸 𝑺𝒑𝒆𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒔𝒕 | 𝑭𝒖𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑺𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒔𝒕 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝑭𝒆𝒅𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒍, 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒆 & 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝑮𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒔 Hello, I’m Rosemary Bello, a professional Grant Writer, Grant Researcher, Proposal Developer, and Funding Strategist dedicated to helping nonprofits, startups, and businesses secure competitive funding across federal, state, local, corporate, and private foundation programs. I help organizations identify, evaluate, and secure competitive funding through strategic grant research and proposal development. Expert in SAM.gov opportunities, NOFOs, RFP responses, and building high-quality, compliant funding pipelines. ✨ My Core Skills & Expertise: ✍️ Grant Writing & Full Proposal Development (Federal, State, Local, Foundation & Corporate Grants) 🔎 Grant Research, Funding Opportunity Identification & Eligibility Assessment 📊 Proposal Writing (RFP, RFQ, NOFO Responses & Government Contracts) 🎯 Funding Strategy, Pipeline Development & Opportunity Evaluation 💼 Business Plan Writing & Investor-Ready Pitch Deck Development 📁 Grant Application Management, Tracking & Submission Support 📈 Budget Development, Budget Narratives & Financial Justifications 💰 Excel-Based Budgeting & 2 CFR Part 200 Compliance (MTDC, Cost Principles) 🧾 Government Procurement Research (SAM.gov, Public Records, Award Databases) ✨ Industries I Specialize In: 🎓 Education & Workforce Development 👩‍💼 Nonprofits, Women-Owned Businesses & Social Impact Programs 💻 Technology, AI & Digital Innovation 🏥 Healthcare, Public Health & Behavioral Health (SUD, Residential Treatment, Mental Health) 🏠 Housing Stability, Homelessness Prevention & Community Development ⚖️ Legal Access, Victim Services & Public Service Programs 🚀 Startups, Small Businesses & Government-Funded Innovation Projects 🌍 Social Impact, Community Advancement & Public Sector Programs ✨ What You Can Expect Working With Me: ✔️ High-quality, funder-aligned and compliance-ready proposals. ✔️ Deep grant research beyond basic databases (hidden + high-value opportunities) ✔️ Strategic writing tailored to scoring criteria and funding priorities ✔️ Strong attention to detail, deadlines, and submission requirements ✔️ Clear communication and professional project management ✔️ End-to-end support from opportunity discovery to final submission I am committed to helping you transform ideas into competitive, fundable, and strategically positioned opportunities that stand out to reviewers and increase your chances of award success. Let’s work together to secure the funding your project deserves.

  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Grant Writing
  • Grant Proposal
  • Grant Application
  • Grant Research & Prospect List
  • Grant Objectives & Methodology
  • Budget Management
  • Capital Grant
  • Letter of Intent
  • Business Plan
  • Business Proposal
  • Proposal Writing
  • RFP Writing
  • Fundraising
  • Budget Proposal
  • Government Procurement
  • Business Proposal Writing
  • Project Budget
  • Compliance
  • Grant Evaluation Plan
Candice J.

West Springfield, Virginia

$60/hr
5.0
80 jobs

I am an experienced higher education professional with a demonstrated history of leadership in higher education & the nonprofit industry. I have extensive experience in program development, project management, operations, leadership and evaluation, and I specialize in problem-solving, developing strategy and processes, and managing teams.

  • Nonprofit Organization
  • Program Evaluation
  • Curriculum Design
  • Higher Education
  • Program Management
  • Leadership Skills
  • Strategy
  • Business Development
  • Change Management
  • Project Management

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