Frequently Asked Questions

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We work with cities, counties, public, private and charter schools, school districts, non-profit organizations, and foundations that have a specific tax exemption status. We do not work outside of the US, nor with individuals or businesses legally structured for profit. 

We work with private and public grants. We do not work with corporate grants, or endowments, or provide fundraising event services. We do focus on funding for construction projects and capital campaigns. Such grant proposals can range from $40,000 to $4,000,000 each. Some of the large agencies we’ve worked with in the past are FEMA, CDBG, and more. 

Yes. It is similar to an accountant who charges regardless of your tax situation or a lawyer that charges regardless of how a case unfolds. We are frequently approached by groups with incredible project ideas that request our services be paid contingent upon award. Unfortunately, we do not commit to such agreements.

The overall grant funding process depends on your unique project but generally, the larger the grant, the longer it will take to win. Timelines can range from one month to two years (or longer). Timelines and their variables are defined, as much as possible, in the grant research services we offer.  

We focus on grants that fund the construction of buildings and the furniture, fixtures, and equipment to fill them.  In general, grants can pay for anything except debt and lobbying. We can provide a better estimate of what elements of your concept could be grant funded in a complimentary consultation. 

 No, we do not need to meet in person. With so many ways to communicate and share files, we save your project the expense of travel. In the event that an in-person meeting is necessary for application services or award management, we will coordinate it with you at that time. 

While all grants are designed in a way that organizations are able to work directly with grantmakers, hiring an experienced consultant will give you access to years of insight and experience for composing award-winning grant applications and ensure that you are meeting all requirements and timelines in the best possible way for your organization. Some funding programs are first-come-first-serve, so having a complete and correct application to submit at the first opportunity can allow you to move past other applicants. Working with an experienced consultant can set you apart and increase your chances of securing funding.

We are a small business and it works best for us to start with a phone or video call for a thorough Q&A. From there, both phone calls and email correspondence are welcome.  

We start all of our clients with a preliminary consultation to discuss the specific details of your project and offer suggestions for the next steps in pursuing grant funding. To get started, contact us, and we will take over from there!