ONGOING GRANT WRITING
Your organization is doing the work.
Your grant income should reflect that.
You have a mission that matters. Your team is showing up every day for youth and families navigating homelessness, poverty, and the long reach of systemic inequity. And yet, when it comes to grants, something feels stuck.
Sound familiar?
Grant income has plateaued.
Proposals are going out the door but not coming back with awards.
Stewardship has slipped.
Your fundraising goal keeps you up at night.
You do not need another person wearing another hat.
You need an expert partner who shows up, does the work, and helps you make smarter decisions about your grant program.
What's included
Grant Writing and Reporting
From letters of inquiry to full proposals to funder reports, I handle the writing so your team can stay focused on programs and operations. Every proposal is built around your organization's needs and what funders are actually looking for when they read an application.
Proposals written with purpose.
Reports that strengthen funder relationships.
Language that reflects your mission and urgency.
Stewardship Strategies and Support
Winning a grant is the beginning, not the end. I help you build and maintain funder relationships with consistent, thoughtful stewardship touches that keep funders engaged and coming back. If stewardship has been the piece that falls through the cracks, we fix that together.
Stewardship planning and follow-through.
Consistent communication that builds trust.
Strategic Reviews and Grant Decisions
Not every grant is worth pursuing. I provide mid-year and end-of-year reviews, income forecasting, and clear guidance on which opportunities to pursue and which to pass. You will never wonder if your grant program is on track to meet your goals.
Grant income forecasting.
Smart decisions about which opportunities to pursue.
Who I work with
I specialize in working with organizations with budgets of $5 million or more focused on shelter and housing for youth and families and basic needs. These missions matter deeply, and the funding that sustains them deserves a strategic, experienced advocate in your corner.
You might be a good fit if:
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You have a fundraising goal and need a real plan to hit it.
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Your grant income has been flat and you are not sure why.
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Stewardship feels inconsistent or is not happening at all.
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Proposals are going out but the quality is not where you want it to be.
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You need someone who can step in, learn your organization, and take this off your plate.
Why Melissa Loves Writing
I have spent my career in fundraising. I understand how funders think, what makes a proposal stand out, and how to build relationships that lead to renewals and upgrades. I am not just a writer. I am a strategic partner who is invested in your organization's growth.