grant strategy services
STRATEGY ENGAGEMENTgrant strategy that gives you clarity, not just a to-do list
THE SERVICE
Before we write a single proposal, we help you understand which funders are worth pursuing, why, and how it all fits your organization's long-term plan.
strategy is where every successful grants program starts
Our strategy engagement builds the foundation for institutional fundraising: a clear-eyed look at your current funding landscape, a prioritized plan for pursuing the right opportunities, and the internal alignment to carry it out with confidence. Rather than focusing on growth alone, this work centers on clarity, alignment, and a sustainable approach to grants. The result is a plan your team can actually execute.
SINCE 2020
our track record
We've helped mid-size social justice nonprofits in Minnesota and across the Midwest raise over $27 million in grants to advance their missions.
$27M+
raised for clients since 202056%
average grant win ratemulti-year
funding secured, not one-off awardsstronger
renewal rates and funder relationshipsSINCE 2020
every strategy engagement includes
We customize the engagement to your organization's needs, but it typically includes:
discovery meetings
Working sessions with leadership and program staff to establish shared clarity on your funding opportunities and existing institutional relationships.a grants plan
An annual grants plan that identifies and prioritizes funding opportunities, capturing deadlines, contact information, and recommended requests.cultivation strategy
Recommendations for the priority institutional funders that your leadership should focus relationship-building efforts on.fundraising forecast
An institutional fundraising forecast giving your team a realistic view of what's ahead and how it supports operational and programmatic needs.grant language review
A review of existing grant language and materials, with recommendations to strengthen positioning, clarity, and alignment with funder priorities.prospect research
Targeted research to identify corporate, foundation, and government funders aligned with your mission, programs, and long-term goals.INVESTMENT
pricing
Strategy engagements are scoped to your organization, and pricing starts at $5,000.
strategic grant consulting package
starting at $5,000
Typical timeline: four to six weeks from kickoff.ready to build a grants strategy your team can actually run with?
Let's talk about where your grants program is today and what a Strategy engagement could look like.