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.
Proposal Writing
Request for Proposal
Grant Proposal
RFP Writing
Grant Application
Grant Writing Consultation
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Documentation
Grant Writing
Grant Evaluation Plan
Nonprofit Organization
Nonprofit Industry Consulting
Program Grant
Endowment Grant
Capacity Building Grant
Sophia H.
Alpharetta, Georgia
$20/hr
5.0
3 jobs
I’ve helped organizations secure over $5 million in grant funding, and recently supported a $120,000 winning Solar-Powered ICT Labs grant for underserved rural schools.
For me, grant writing is not just about putting together a polished proposal. It starts with finding the right opportunity, understanding what the funder actually wants, and building a clear case for why your project deserves to be funded.
I work with nonprofits, startups, small businesses, research institutions, and mission-driven organizations, providing support from initial grant research through final submission.
With a background in Business Administration, I bring a strong understanding of strategy, budgeting, program planning, organizational needs, and measurable outcomes to every application.
How I Can Help:
Grant research and funding opportunity identification
Federal, state, foundation, corporate, and nonprofit grants
Grant proposals and application development
SBIR/STTR, NIH, NSF, and other federal grant support
Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) and concept notes
Needs statements, goals, objectives, and impact metrics
Work plans, implementation timelines, and evaluation plans
Grant budgets, budget narratives, and justifications
Proposal editing, compliance review, and submission support
Grant pipelines, calendars, and funding strategies
RFP, RFQ, and RFI responses
Capability statements and government contracting proposals
SAM.gov guidance and business funding narratives
I have supported projects across education, STEM, technology, healthcare, research, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and social impact.
What You Can Expect
You can expect thoughtful research, clear communication, strong attention to detail, and proposals built specifically around your organization and the funder’s priorities.
I don’t believe in applying for every grant available. I focus on identifying opportunities where your organization has a realistic chance of competing, then developing a persuasive application around your strengths, impact, and funding need.
Whether you need someone to find the right grants, write a complete proposal, strengthen an existing application, or manage your funding pipeline, I’m ready to help.
Send me a message with your project and funding goal. I’ll help you figure out the strongest opportunities to pursue and the best way to position your application.
Proposal Writing
Business Proposal Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Grant Writing
Grant Application
Grant Research & Prospect List
Fundraising
Grant Proposal
Grant Objectives & Methodology
Budget Proposal
Government Procurement
Business Plan Writing
Nonprofit Organization
RFP Writing
Rosemary B.
Columbus, Georgia
$30/hr
4.9
31 jobs
Funding isn't just about submitting applications, it's about developing a strategic, compelling case that aligns with what funders are looking for. That's where I come in.
Hi, I'm Rosemary Bello, a professional Grant Writer, Grant Researcher, Proposal Developer, and Funding Strategist with proven experience helping nonprofits, healthcare organizations, startups, educational institutions, and small businesses secure competitive funding opportunities.
One of my proudest accomplishments was contributing to the successful pursuit of a $500,000 healthcare grant award, strengthening my expertise in crafting persuasive proposals, developing compliant budgets, and creating measurable program strategies that resonate with funders.
✍️ Here's How I Help:
I partner with organizations from opportunity discovery to proposal submission, delivering grant solutions that:
► Identify the right funding opportunities that match your mission and goals
► Develop compelling, funder-focused grant narratives that stand out
► Build compliant budgets and budget justifications aligned with funding guidelines
► Ensure every application meets federal, state, foundation, and corporate requirements
► Create long-term funding strategies that support sustainable organizational growth
💼 My Expertise Includes:
► Grant Writing & Proposal Development – Federal, State, Local, Foundation, Corporate, Nonprofit, Healthcare, Education & Small Business Grants
► Grant Research & Funding Strategy – Grant Prospect Research, Eligibility Assessment, Foundation Research, Funding Pipeline Development & Competitive Funding Analysis
► Government & Federal Proposals – NOFO Responses, RFPs, RFQs, Government Contracts, SAM.gov Opportunity Research & Procurement Support
► Grant Budgets & Compliance – Budget Development, Budget Narratives, Cost Allocation, 2 CFR Part 200, Uniform Guidance, MTDC & Financial Justifications
► Business Funding Documents – Business Plans, Investor-Ready Pitch Decks, Executive Summaries, Startup Funding Strategies & Funding Proposals
► Application Management – Compliance Review, Submission Readiness, Proposal Quality Assurance, Grant Calendars & Deadline Management
🏥 Industries I Support:
► Healthcare, Public Health & Behavioral Health
► Nonprofits & Community Development Organizations
► Education & Workforce Development Programs
► Technology, AI & Digital Innovation Projects
► Housing & Community Revitalization Initiatives
► Startups & Small Businesses (including SBIR/STTR opportunities)
🚀 Why Clients Work With Me:
► Proven experience contributing to a $500K grant award
► Strategic, research-driven approach tailored to each funding opportunity
► Strong understanding of federal, state, private, and corporate funding requirements
► Clear communication, reliable collaboration, and on-time delivery
► Focused on helping organizations build sustainable funding pipelines, not just submit applications
Whether you're seeking your first grant or expanding your funding portfolio, I'll help you identify the right opportunities, develop competitive proposals, and position your organization for long-term funding success.
Let's build a funding strategy that turns opportunities into results.
Professional Grant Writer | Grant Researcher | Grant Consultant | Proposal Development Specialist | Grant Prospect Research | Federal Grant Writer | State Grant Writer | Foundation Grant Writer | Corporate Grant Writer | Grant Application Specialist | Grant Compliance Specialist | Funding Strategist | RFP Writer | RFQ Specialist | NOFO Response Expert | Government Contract Proposal Writer | Government Procurement Specialist | SAM.gov Specialist | Nonprofit Fundraising Consultant | Grant Budget Specialist | Budget Narrative Writer | Business Plan Writer | Pitch Deck Expert | Startup Funding Consultant | SBIR/STTR Grant Specialist | Healthcare Grant Writer | Education Grant Writer | Community Development Grant Writer | Grant Management Consultant | Funding Proposal Expert
Proposal Writing
Business Proposal Writing
Grant Writing
Grant Proposal
Grant Application
Grant Research & Prospect List
Nonprofit Organization
Grant Objectives & Methodology
Budget Management
Capital Grant
Letter of Intent
Business Plan
Business Proposal
RFP Writing
Fundraising
Budget Proposal
Government Procurement
Project Budget
Compliance
Grant Evaluation Plan
Victoria B.
Warrenton, Georgia
$50/hr
5.0
22 jobs
Need funding for your nonprofit, startup, or business?
I help nonprofits, startups, and mission driven organizations secure funding through persuasive grant proposals, compelling business plans, strategic business proposals, and fundraising solutions that inspire confidence from funders, investors, and decision makers.
Over the past 8+ years, I have helped organizations secure more than $1 million in grant funding, investments, and business financing across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe. Every document I develop is built on thorough research, strategic storytelling, and a clear demonstration of value, impact, and credibility.
What I Can Help You With
Grant Writing and Funding Strategy
- Federal and State Grant Applications
- Foundation and Corporate Grants
- Grant Research and Prospect Lists
- Letters of Inquiry
- Grant Proposal Development
- Grant Budget Preparation
- Grant Reporting and Compliance
- Monitoring and Evaluation Plans
- Logic Models
Business Writing and Proposal Development
- Business Plans
- Project Proposals
- Business Proposals
- Investor Ready Business Plans
- Request for Proposal Responses
- Request for Quotation Responses
- Capability Statements
- Executive Summaries
- Feasibility Studies
- Market Research
- Financial Projections
- Pitch Deck Development
- SBA Loan Proposals
- Strategic Plans
Nonprofit Consulting
- 501(c)(3) Registration Support
- Strategic Planning
- Fundraising Strategy
- Program Design
- Monitoring and Evaluation
- Impact Reporting
Professional Content Writing
- Website Content
- Company Profiles
- Annual Reports
- Impact Reports
- Donor Communications
- Articles and Blog Posts
- White Papers
- Case Studies
- Thought Leadership Content
Why Clients Hire Me
✔ Funding focused proposals tailored to each opportunity rather than generic templates.
✔ Extensive experience with government, corporate, and private foundation funding opportunities.
✔ Strong research skills that identify the most suitable funding opportunities for each organization.
✔ Clear communication, dependable project management, and timely delivery.
✔ Professional documents that strengthen credibility with funders, investors, boards, partners, and stakeholders.
Funding Experience Includes
- Grants.gov
- National Institutes of Health
- National Science Foundation
- Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs
- W. K. Kellogg Foundation
- Nasdaq Foundation
- American Honda Foundation
- Dallas Foundation
- Corporate Foundations
- Private Foundations
- Small Business Funding Programs
Whether you need a complete grant proposal, a business proposal, a business plan, a capability statement, a grant prospect list, or a long term funding strategy, I will work closely with you to develop professional documents that position your organization for success.
Let us discuss your goals and develop a strategy that gives your organization the strongest opportunity to secure funding, attract investment, and achieve sustainable growth.
Business Proposal Writing
Request for Proposal
Grant Application
Grant Writing
Business Plan
Business Strategy
RFP Writing
Grant Proposal
Business Presentation
Nonprofit Organization
Content Writing
Content Editing
Data Analytics
Data Entry
Data Annotation
Josephine S.
Atlanta, Georgia
$30/hr
4.9
21 jobs
𝗜 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀. 𝗜 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗱.
Most grant applications fail long before the reviewer reaches the budget page. They fail because the narrative reads like a program summary rather than a high-yield investment opportunity.
Review committees and institutional donors review hundreds of applications per cycle. To win, your proposal needs three distinct qualities: 𝗯𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝗳 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁, and 𝗮 𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗲.
That is where I come in.
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𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗜 𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗣 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗪𝗜𝗡 𝗙𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚
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I partner with nonprofits, institutions, social enterprises, and high-impact startups to secure non-dilutive capital. Whether you are applying for foundation grants, corporate funding, or competitive government opportunities, I handle the strategic legwork:
▪ 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Mapping your program’s exact outcomes to the specific metrics, language, and goals of the target funder.
▪ 𝗘𝗻𝗱-𝘁𝗼-𝗘𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Crafting compelling executive summaries, statements of need, logic models, and impact frameworks that make a "no" difficult for reviewers.
▪ 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘂𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗥𝗲𝗱-𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴: Reviewing and polishing existing drafts to identify red flags, narrative gaps, or weak metrics before submission.
▪ 𝗟𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗟𝗢𝗜) & 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝘀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻: Writing high-converting, concise pitch documents that open doors to major foundations.
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𝗪𝗛𝗬 𝗖𝗟𝗜𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗦 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗠𝗘
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▪ 𝗭𝗲𝗿𝗼 𝗙𝗹𝘂𝗳𝗳 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆: I write with precision, clarity, and authority. Every word in the proposal serves a distinct purpose: proving feasibility and urgency.
▪ 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 + 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴: A great grant requires both rigorous metrics and a human narrative. I bridge the gap between hard data and compelling impact.
▪ 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: Grant deadlines are strict. I operate with disciplined project timelines, clear milestone check-ins, and zero last-minute panic.
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𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗪𝗘 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗞 𝗧𝗢𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥
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𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝟭: 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 & 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 — We review your program, budget, and target grant guidelines to identify key positioning angles.
𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝟮: 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 & 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 — I build out the narrative, logic framework, and supporting sections tailored directly to the funder’s scoring rubric.
𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝟯: 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 & 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 — We polish the submission until every section is crisp, compliant, and ready to stand out.
𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝘂𝗽𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁?
Send me a message with a brief overview of your organization and the grant link. Let’s evaluate the fit and turn your proposal into a funded reality.
Grant Writing
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Proposal
Grant Application
Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit
Grant Evaluation Plan
Nonprofit
Fundraising
Grant Documentation
Grant Writing Consultation
Persuasive Writing
Executive Summary
Pitchbook
Startup Company
Grant
Pitch Deck
Favour O.
Cumming, Georgia
$50/hr
4.7
25 jobs
Are you looking for a skilled proposal writer who can help you win grants, RFPs, or business bids that fund your growth?
I specialize in writing winning proposals that secure funding, unlock opportunities, and scale businesses, especially minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, disabled-owned, and startups seeking a chance to thrive.
Over the years, I’ve helped businesses:
✅ Win competitive government and foundation grants
✅ Submit successful business proposals and bids
✅ Secure startup capital and investor attention
✅ Respond to RFPs with professional, persuasive precision
I don’t just write, I strategize. Every proposal is tailored to highlight your unique value, track record, community impact, and scalability.
💡 What I Can Do for You
✔️ Grant Proposal Writing (Federal, State, (NIH, NSF, DOE, DOJ, DOD, USDA, DOE, EPA, DOED, Private Foundations, International NGOs)
✔️ Business & Government Bids (RFP/RFQ/RFI Responses)
✔️ Proposal Templates & Systems for Reuse
✔️ Funding Research & Opportunity Matching
✔️ Executive Summaries & Capability Statements
🌍 Why It Matters
I believe when businesses get funded, they hire more people, impact more lives, and help society flourish. My mission is to make sure your business story gets heard, funded, and scaled.
Whether you're applying for a grant, contract, or investment, I’m here to help you stand out and win.
✨ Let’s Talk Results
If you’re serious about growth and ready to take your funding strategy to the next level, let’s connect. I’m here to write your next big win.
Proposal Writing
Business Proposal Writing
Content Writing
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Application
Government Procurement
Business Planning & Strategy
Business Presentation
Grant Writing
Business Plan
Pitch Deck
Financial Projection
Market Analysis
Business Proposal
RFP Writing
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