I am a freelance writer and process improvement consultant with 40 years of experience offering: RFP writing/editing, business and technical writing, presentations about how to increase operational productivity, and process improvement consulting. I am an expert with MS Suite and am proficient in the Google Suite, Adobe Suite, and cloud-based file services, including Google, MS Sharepoint, and MS Teams.
Proposal Writing
Business Proposal Writing
Business Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Request for Proposal
Presentations
Article
US English Dialect
Business Proposal
Article Writing
Technical Writing
Management Consulting
Technical Editing
Natasha V.
Tampa, Florida
$135/hr
5.0
33 jobs
You have an RFP on the desk, a hard deadline, and a team that already has a day job. The question is not whether your company can do the work. It is whether the submission will clearly show an evaluator that you can, before the page limit runs out.
That is the problem I solve. I have supported over 1,000 proposals resulting in more than $900M in client contract awards since 2019, across federal, state, and local procurements. Top Rated Plus with a 100% Job Success Score on this platform.
What I do:
Solicitation shred and requirement registers (Sections L, M, and C)
Compliance matrices that map every requirement to a response location
Proposal writing: technical, management, past performance, executive summaries
Capture strategy and bid/no-bid analysis before you spend money on a losing pursuit
Red team and pre-submission reviews scored the way a source selection board scores
GSA Schedule support and CMMI appraisal readiness
Pricing and Indirect Rate Calculations
Who I work best with: small, mid-size and large government contractors who are past their first award and are building a repeatable pipeline. If you are chasing your very first federal opportunity, I will tell you honestly whether you are ready and what to fix first.
How I work: fixed scope and fixed price wherever possible, so you know the cost before we start. Deadlines are the whole business in this industry, and I have never missed one.
Engagements start at $2,500. If you want to talk through a specific opportunity before committing, book a paid consultation below and we will use the hour on your actual solicitation instead of a sales conversation.
Proposal Writing
Request for Proposal
Technical Writing
Business Development
RFP Writing
Writing
Proposal
Lead Capture
Hope A.
Hephzibah, Georgia
$60/hr
4.8
178 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.
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
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
Rosemary B.
Columbus, Georgia
$30/hr
4.9
32 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
Kimberly M.
Owosso, Michigan
$40/hr
5.0
41 jobs
I’m a Top Rated Proposal Writer, Technical Writer, and Document Systems Specialist who helps organizations produce polished, compliant, and professionally structured deliverables — from complex RFP responses to internal documentation and training materials.
With an extensive background in technical writing, I specialize in translating complex information into clear, usable content. My core expertise lies in proposal development and advanced document formatting, but clients often rely on me for much more than writing alone. I bring structure to disorganized materials, clarity to internal processes, and consistency to documents that represent your organization externally.
I regularly support clients with:
-Developing compliant, persuasive RFP and grant responses
-Creating custom-branded document templates for consistent, professional outputs
-Overhauling employee handbooks and policy manuals for clarity and usability
-Formatting technical specifications, reports, and executive documents
-Organizing proposal assets, resumes, and shared workspaces for efficient reuse
-Streamlining documentation workflows across teams
In addition, I develop customized How-To and instructional videos that help teams understand processes, tools, systems, and internal procedures. Whether the goal is onboarding, training, knowledge transfer, or reducing repetitive support requests, I create clear, structured learning materials that make complex topics accessible and actionable.
What sets me apart is not just strong writing, but systems thinking. I don’t simply deliver documents — I design frameworks, training assets, and repeatable processes that help organizations operate more smoothly long after a project is complete.
If you need someone who can write, organize, format, train, and streamline — all while maintaining a high standard of professionalism — I’d be glad to discuss your project*.
* Paid consultations available for RFP review, compliance audits, and documentation needs.
Proposal Writing
Business Proposal Writing
Business Writing
Editing & Proofreading
Fact-Checking
Technical Documentation
English
Proofreading Feedback
Tech & IT
Document Format
Proposal
Technical Writing
Data Entry
Instruction Manual
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