As an accomplished Fundraising Consultant, I have over 20 years of experience launching successful grant-writing and major gifts programs and optimizing fundraising strategies for nonprofit organizations. I have a Master's degree in Public Administration. I am a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP-NYC Chapter), the Association of Nonprofit Specialists, Grant Professionals Association (GPA), and a member and contributing writer for Charity Channel.
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How to Craft an Evaluation Plan
You’ve done your research and matched a foundation to your program. You’ve contacted the foundation’s officer, introduced your organization, and garnered interest in your mission. You’ve written a killer proposal that has a great program description, a clear and detailed budget, and shared client testimonials. All describe and demonstrate how your nonprofit will help the…
Why Grant Writing is Not All About the Writing
We need money! I hear this a lot when I begin consulting for a new organization. Some clients think that grant writers can just wave their magic pen and win any and all grants they apply for. Yes, grant writers are responsible for having great writing skills and crafting a winning grant proposal, but they…