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I am a grant writer with experience writing proposals for K-12 education, arts and STEM programs, youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and justice-engaged youth. My successful proposals include the Justice Department/Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, the US Department of Education, the California Department of Social Services, the San Diego Foundation, the California Coastal Commission, the Getty Foundation, the Andy Warhol Foundation, and many others.
Erin A.
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WHAT IF SECURING A GRANT DID'NT HAVE TO FEEL LIKE CLIMBING A MOUNTAIN ALONE?
Most nonprofits and profit organizations leave thousands , sometimes hundreds of thousands of dollars on the table every year. Not because they lack a great mission. But because they lack the right strategy, the right words, and the right person in their corner.
That's where I come in.
I'm Hussainat and I'm not your average grant writer. I'm a Grant Strategist and Funding Agent who doesn't just write proposals. I research, position, and craft applications that make funders stop, read, and say yes.
Here's my promise to you: I will have sleepless nights and productive days until your funding goals become your funding reality.
**What makes me different?**
While most grant writers hand you a generic proposal and wish you luck — I go deeper. Before writing a single word, I study your organization inside out, research your target funders, analyze their giving history, and build a strategy that aligns your mission with exactly what the funder is looking for. The result? Proposals that don't just get submitted — they get funded.
**Here's what I handle for you:**
✅ Grant Research & Prospect Lists tailored to your mission and eligibility
✅ Full Grant Proposals, Applications & Letters of Intent (LOIs)
✅ Capital, Capacity-Building & General Operating Grants
✅ RFPs, RFQs & SBIR Proposals
✅ Business Plans, Budget Proposals & Executive Summaries
✅ Grant Objectives, Methodology & Measurable Outcomes
✅ Evaluation Plans aligned with funder reporting requirements
✅ Fundraising Strategy, Sponsorship & Crowdfunding Support
**Who I work with:**
🔹 Nonprofits & NGOs
🔹 Small & Minority-Owned Businesses
🔹 Startups & Social Enterprises
🔹 Community & Faith-Based Organizations
**My background gives me a unique edge.** With a foundation in Public Health, I understand community needs assessment, measurable impact, and evidence-based communication — the exact language funders speak. I don't just write well. I write strategically.
Your time is too valuable to spend wrestling with complex applications, chasing deadlines, and second-guessing your narrative. While you focus on running your organization and serving your community, I focus on one thing:
**Getting you funded.**
I don't just submit applications. I position you to win.
📩 Ready to pursue funding with strategy, confidence, and precision? Send me a message , let's build your funding future together.
Hussainat A.
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With over a decade dedicated to grant writing, I've successfully secured over $17 million for organizations globally within the last three years alone. My Grant Writing services cater to a diverse clientele, spanning startups, SMEs, non-profits, and corporate entities across various sectors such as technology, healthcare, arts, and education, among others.
Here’s a glimpse into how I excel in crafting top-tier grants:
1. Efficient and High-Quality Applications: I consistently deliver top-notch grant applications within a rapid 7-10 day timeframe, except for Federal Grants, prioritizing both speed and excellence to maximize your success potential.
2. Thorough Grant Research: Utilizing comprehensive online research, I compile a detailed prospect list of potential grants, providing you with access to a constantly updated spreadsheet containing vital information, links, and personalized notes.
3. Compelling Storytelling: Believing in the persuasive power of narratives, I craft compelling stories that resonate with grant donors, aligning seamlessly with your mission and the grant's objectives.
4. Diverse Grant Expertise: Whether navigating private foundations or prestigious platforms like NIH R01, Grants.gov, SBIR, or Horizon Europe, I specialize in various grant types, ensuring a broad spectrum of opportunities is explored.
5. End-to-End Grant Solutions:From conceptualization to RFP crafting and strategic marketing, my holistic approach covers every aspect of the grant process, ensuring comprehensive support at every stage.
6. Sector-Specific Success:With extensive experience across multiple sectors including Education, Healthcare, Human Rights, Arts, and Environmental Conservation, I bring specialized expertise tailored to your organization's needs.
7. Commitment to Excellence:Speed and quality are at the core of my service ethos, guaranteeing exceptional work delivered promptly to meet your objectives. Addressing Your Challenges:
1. Tailored Solutions for Non-Profits and For-Profits: I customize strategies to accommodate the distinct needs of both non-profits seeking impactful funding and for-profits aiming for innovation and growth.
2. Support for Startups and SMEs:Understanding the unique challenges faced by startups and SMEs, I provide solutions to navigate the intricacies of grant funding effectively.
3. Fundraising and Strategic Planning:Beyond grant writing, I offer assistance in developing comprehensive fundraising strategies to ensure your organization's financial sustainability.
4. Established Credibility and Trust: With a decade of proven experience and a track record of securing substantial funding, I bring a level of reliability and expertise that instills confidence in your grant-seeking endeavors.
Ready to embark on a journey to amplify your impact through grants? Reach out today, and together, let's chart your path to success.
Carolyn B.
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I am a highly successful grant writer with a high acceptance rate and 8 years of experience representing nonprofit and government entities. Passed $25,000,000 in career awards in January 2025. Key facts about me include:
* Largest Award: $5,700,000.
* Longest application: 45 pages, plus attachments.
* Draft Turnaround time: 1-4 weeks, depending on length and complexity of grant application.
* Editing Turnaround time: 1-2 days, depending on length and complexity of grant application.
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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 $31 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 83% 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.**
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Dara G.
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Are you looking for a skilled grant writer who can help your organization secure the funding it deserves? I specialize in crafting persuasive, well-researched, and mission-aligned grant proposals that capture funders’ attention and drive results.
With 8 years of experience in nonprofit development and fundraising, I’ve helped organizations obtain grants ranging from $5,000 to $500,000+ from private foundations, government agencies, and corporate sponsors. My approach combines strong storytelling, data-driven needs assessments, and a deep understanding of funders’ priorities.
What I can help you with:
Grant proposal writing and editing
Prospect research and funder matching
LOIs, cover letters, and concept notes
Grant reports and renewal proposals
Strategic grant planning and calendars
I’m passionate about helping organizations amplify their impact—whether in education, healthcare, community development, environment, or social services. Every proposal I write is tailored to your mission, backed by thorough research, and written with clarity and purpose.
Let’s work together to turn your vision into a funded reality!
Oyinkansola A.
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What if I told you securing a grant can be as easy as ABC, without running around in circles?
I’m NOT your Average "Grant Writer". I’m the Grant Writer who is willing to have sleepless nights & productive days until I transform your Fundraising goals into a Reality.
You put in a lot of effort to make sure that every single part of your organization runs smoothly, you need to focus on your sales, and maximizing your organization's potentials instead of going through the stress of researching grants or writing grant proposals and business plans, and above all, you need to save money and time.
I am here to take care of all your problems, and help you essentially in securing the right funding opportunities for your business or non-profit , while you fundamentally focus on what matters.
I don't Just Write or Find Grants, I WIN Grants!!.
Here’s a comprehensive range of professional grant and funding services I provide to nonprofits, small businesses, and mission-driven organizations:
1. Grant Writing, Grant Applications & Grant Proposals
2. Grant Research & Prospect Lists aligned with eligibility and funder priorities
3. Capital, Capacity-Building & General Operating Grants
4. RFPs, RFQs & SBIR Proposals
5. Business Plans, Business Strategy & Budget Proposals
6. Grant Documentation, Letters of Intent (LOIs) & Supporting Materials
7. Grant Objectives & Methodology with measurable outcomes
8. Grant Evaluation Plans aligned with reporting requirements
9. Fundraising Strategy, Sponsorship & Crowdfunding Support
10. Market Research, Executive Summaries & Organizational Profiles
Why Work With Me?
Securing funding doesn’t have to be overwhelming.
I’m not just a grant writer, I’m a funding strategist. I help organizations move from idea to execution by aligning strong narratives, realistic budgets, and compliant documentation with what funders are actually looking for.
While you focus on operations, sales, and impact, I handle the grant research, applications, proposal writing, and fundraising strategy, saving you time, money, and unnecessary stress.
With 5+ years of experience, I’ve helped clients across multiple sectors secure funding through well-researched, strategically positioned grant applications.
116+ funded opportunities supported
~90% success rate
Experience across education, arts & culture, technology, youth development, community programs, and business development
I don’t just submit applications, I position you to win competitive capital, capacity-building, and general operating grants.
I work with:
-Nonprofit Organizations
-Small & Minority-Owned Businesses
-Startups & Social Enterprises
My clients trust me to bring clarity, structure, and results to their funding efforts so they can focus on running and growing their organizations.
If you’re ready to pursue funding with strategy, confidence, and precision, let’s talk.
Regards,
The Grant Oracle
Grant O.
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Objective
To obtain a freelance, part-time, remote work position that will allow me to share my talents with organizations in need of grant writing assistance and to supplement my families’ income.
Qualifications:
- Excellent oral and written communication
- Ability to write creatively and persuasively
- Well organized
- Attentive to detail
- Trustworthy
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Research, write, and submit grants to corporations and foundations. I have worked in non-profits for over 20 years. I have access to research software that will allow me to identify available grants.
Melissa B.
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I'm a grant writer with over seven years of experience supporting mission-driven nonprofits and individuals. As a grant writer, I've raised over $2.8 million for small nonprofits. Whether you're hoping to identify funding sources that align with your work, write a grant proposal, edit a preexisting application, or report to a grantor on the work you've done, I can help. My specialties include arts, culture, education, and environmental organizations.
I view grant writing as a form of strategic storytelling and consistently write proposals rooted in story and strengthened by data. I am experienced applying for federal funding opportunities with awards from the NEA, NEH, and IMLS. I also have experience applying for support from private foundations and local governmental agencies. If you're looking to strengthen your institutional funding portfolio, I'd love to help.
Michelle W.
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Are you looking for a results-driven grant writer who can secure funding across nonprofit, startup, SBIR, business, and crowdfunding sectors?
I'm a versatile grant writer and fundraising strategist with a proven track record of success in crafting compelling proposals that win awards from federal, state, and local agencies, private foundations, and corporate funders. I specialize in:
• Nonprofit grant writing for 501(c)(3)s in education, mental health, arts, healthcare, youth development, and environmental justice
• SBIR/STTR and federal proposal writing (NSF, NIH, DOE, DOD)
• Business grant proposals and technical narratives for startups and small businesses
• Crowdfunding campaigns, LOIs, sponsorship pitch decks, and fundraising strategies
• Budget creation, compliance alignment, and grant prospect research
I’ve helped secure over $3 million in awarded grants, and I understand how to tailor narratives for different funders while maintaining compliance, clarity, and compelling storytelling.
Let’s work together to move your mission forward. Whether you need a one-time proposal or ongoing strategic support, I’m here to help you win.
Mohammad A.
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