Helping nonprofits fund work that matters.
Institutional funding strategy, grant proposal development, grant award management and fundraising communications for mission-driven organizations nationwide.
Experience That Makes a Difference
26
Years of experience
$22M+
Raised for nonprofits
With 26 years of nonprofit fundraising experience and more than $22 million raised, I help organizations identify funding opportunities, develop competitive grant proposals, manage institutional grants, and communicate the importance of their work.
Whether you need support with a complex federal grant application, a comprehensive institutional funding strategy, or ongoing grant development and management, I bring the experience, strategic thinking, and writing expertise to help you move forward with confidence.
My experience includes successful grants from the National Endowment for the Humanities, National Endowment for the Arts, National Park Service, Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Housing and Urban Development, and Institute of Museum and Library Services, among others.
Most recently, as Director of Advancement at the Cleveland Restoration Society, I secured more than $7.2 million for historic preservation and cultural heritage projects in Northeast Ohio.
I understand the challenges nonprofit leaders face when pursuing competitive funding while managing ambitious programs and limited staff resources. I work collaboratively with organizations to develop practical strategies, compelling proposals, and sustainable approaches to institutional fundraising.
How I Can Help
A focused range of services designed to meet nonprofits where they are and take them where they need to go.
Institutional Funding Strategy
A strong grant program begins with a clear strategy. I help organizations identify promising funding sources, evaluate grant readiness, establish priorities, and develop realistic plans for pursuing institutional support. Services include prospect research, funding assessments, grant calendars, and institutional fundraising plans.
Proposal Development
I develop persuasive, carefully researched proposals that connect your organization's work with funders' priorities. Services include foundation and corporate proposals, government grant applications, project narratives, budgets, supporting documentation, and application coordination.
Grant Management
Securing a grant is only the beginning. I help organizations meet funder requirements, track deliverables, prepare reports, and maintain strong relationships with institutional supporters. Services include grant reporting, compliance coordination, and funder communications.
Fundraising Communications
Clear, compelling writing helps organizations demonstrate their value and inspire investment in their work. I develop cases for support, fundraising appeals, annual report content, and concise program profiles that communicate your organization's mission, accomplishments, and funding priorities.
Who I Work With
I partner with nonprofit organizations across the United States, with particular interest in those working in the following areas.
Arts, Culture & Humanities
Museums, libraries, performing arts organizations, historic sites, and cultural heritage institutions that preserve our shared history, expand access to the arts, and enrich public life. I bring deep expertise in historic preservation and capital grants for organizations maintaining or restoring significant buildings and collections.
Civil Rights & Social Justice
Organizations advancing equity, opportunity, civil liberties, and stronger, more inclusive communities.
Democracy & Civic Life
Organizations working to protect democratic institutions, strengthen civic participation, expand public understanding, and support an informed and engaged society.
Public Education
Schools, education advocacy organizations, and nonprofits working to improve educational access, equity, and outcomes for students of all ages and backgrounds.
Higher Education
Colleges, universities, and academic institutions seeking support for faculty research, academic programs, and initiatives that advance scholarship and expand opportunity.
Health & Human Services
Organizations providing direct services in food security, housing, mental health, substance use recovery, disability services, and other essential supports that help people and communities thrive.
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Let's Work Together
Whether you're preparing for a significant funding opportunity, building a more effective grant program, or looking for an experienced partner to support your institutional fundraising efforts, I welcome the opportunity to learn more about your organization. I offer both project-based engagements and ongoing consulting partnerships, with services tailored to your organization's goals, capacity, and funding priorities.
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