What the heck is a grant doula?
Why I chose this name
Many years ago, I learned about doulas in the world of birth work. Doulas are trusted, non-medical professionals who provide physical, emotional, and informational support during birth, pregnancy, and early parenting.
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In my grant writing work, I noticed that the actual writing process was only one portion of what I offer to clients. I also provide informational support about the grant funding process, identify and vet prospective funders, coordinate the application process, and provide strategic input on program design and budget.
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I combined my background in and passion for maternal health with my grant writing skillset, and The Grant Doula was born.
Services
Whether your organization is brand new to grant funding or just looking for some extra support, I can help.
Grant Readiness Audit
I’ll help assess your organization to make sure you have everything you need to start applying for grants; from financial documents to a clear program design. I'll create a "boilerplate" document with responses to the most common application questions.
Funder Prospecting
Using subscription databases and internet searches, I will identify open opportunities and aligned funders and determine which of these best align with your nonprofit's mission and goals. You'll receive a list of the best fit options and a calendar highlighting the due dates of upcoming opportunities.
Grant Writing Support
Ongoing grant writing support to include Letters of Inquiry (LOI), full grant proposals, boilerplate updates, and grant reporting as appropriate. This service includes regular check-in meetings and ongoing prospecting.
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*Requires a six-month contract.*
