Nonprofit Grant Strategies

Partnering with nonprofits to build stronger funding futures.

Backed by over 20 years of nonprofit fundraising experience and 12 years dedicated exclusively to grants management, we help organizations build sustainable funding strategies and achieve their mission.

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Sarah Wammes, Founder and Grant Consultant

Sarah Wammes

Founder & Grant Consultant

Helping nonprofits grow their funding so they can strengthen our communities.

Nonprofit Grant Strategies was founded to partner with small and mid-sized nonprofits, meeting them where they are and helping them reach their funding goals. We bring the knowledge, integrity and relationship-building approach needed to help organizations grow with confidence.

Together, we can build the grant resources your organization needs to expand services, create lasting impact and make our communities better places for everyone.

20+

Years of nonprofit fundraising experience

Funding Experience Across

  • Aging & Senior Services
  • Education & Schools
  • Youth Development
  • Food Security
  • Health & Human Services
  • Family Support Programs

Grant solutions that meet you where you are.

Whether you're just getting started with grants or looking to strengthen an established program, every engagement is customized to provide the right level of support for your team.

Grant Development & Management

Comprehensive support throughout the grant lifecycle.

Whether you need help identifying funding opportunities, writing compelling proposals or managing awarded grants, we provide hands-on support that keeps your grants program organized, compliant and moving forward.

  • Grant prospecting & prioritization
  • Grant tracking & funding dashboard
  • Grants management & compliance
  • Post-award reporting
  • Funder communication & stewardship
  • Monthly strategy & progress meetings

Case for Support Development

The compelling story that inspires donors, funders and partners to invest in your mission.

A strong Case for Support is the foundation of successful fundraising. We work with you to develop a clear, persuasive narrative that communicates your organization's purpose, impact and vision while making a compelling case for why your work deserves support.

Your customized Case for Support becomes a versatile resource that can be adapted for major gift conversations, capital campaigns, annual appeals, grant proposals, sponsorship requests and donor communications.

  • Discovery session to understand your mission, goals and funding priorities
  • Organizational story and compelling case for giving
  • Community need and opportunity statement
  • Program and impact narrative
  • Vision for the future and funding priorities
  • Donor investment opportunities and gift impact messaging
  • Organizational strengths, credibility and outcomes
  • Refined messaging that can be repurposed across fundraising materials

Grant Writing

Compelling, competitive proposals tailored to each funding opportunity.

Whether you've already identified a grant opportunity or need help finding the right fit, we develop persuasive, funder-focused proposals that clearly communicate your organization's impact and funding needs.

  • Grant prospect research (if needed)
  • Proposal narrative development
  • Budget guidance & budget narrative support
  • Application review & submission support
  • Funder requirements & deadline management

Have questions or ideas? Let's talk.

Book a free discovery call to explore how we can partner to build your organization's funding future.