Independent grant writer and consultant. With an affinity for government proposals, I've helped clients secure multi-million-dollar awards, but have also coached young organizations in establishing their grant-seeking efforts with private foundations and corporations. I'm dedicated to using my skills to help nonprofits succced in their missions and have a background in homelessness and housing, human services, and the arts.

Wrote and produced proposals, reports, and associated content and conducted prospect research as part of a grants team for the statewide homeless services organization.Became team’s lead government proposal writer and submitted more than $20M in requested funding. Contributed to team’s corporate and foundation proposals to help raise more than $2.3M in private support over two years.Managed complex projects with multiple internal teams across the organization’s programs… Show more Wrote and produced proposals, reports, and associated content and conducted prospect research as part of a grants team for the statewide homeless services organization.Became team’s lead government proposal writer and submitted more than $20M in requested funding. Contributed to team’s corporate and foundation proposals to help raise more than $2.3M in private support over two years.Managed complex projects with multiple internal teams across the organization’s programs and regions as well as external partners. Contributed to grants team’s overall effectiveness through proofreading and editing, supporting data research, and grants calendar and document management. Show less

Worked with the executive director of the young human services nonprofit to formalize and grow their grant-seeking efforts.Researched grant opportunities and identified several new funders well-matched to the organization’s mission and program goals.Collaborated with the executive director to write and submit proposals to foundations and corporations, tripling the previous year’s output.Created a grants calendar system with corresponding funder profiles for quick… Show more Worked with the executive director of the young human services nonprofit to formalize and grow their grant-seeking efforts.Researched grant opportunities and identified several new funders well-matched to the organization’s mission and program goals.Collaborated with the executive director to write and submit proposals to foundations and corporations, tripling the previous year’s output.Created a grants calendar system with corresponding funder profiles for quick reference of important dates and requirements. Show less

Managed bookstore staff in daily assignments to achieve exemplary customer service and efficient maintenance of the store and inventory.Quickly learned store procedures during busy holiday season to become a valuable and proactive asset resulting in promotions from Seasonal to Bookseller to Supervisor within eight months.

Director for the gallery program and ARTsites public art program. Coordinator with the Deputy Director on education programs.Communicated effectively both verbally and through clear and concise written correspondance with a wide range of stakeholders, including program participants, donors and members, board and committee members, government and corporate partners, contractors, and the general public. Implemented over 100 art exhibits including design, scheduling, and… Show more Director for the gallery program and ARTsites public art program. Coordinator with the Deputy Director on education programs.Communicated effectively both verbally and through clear and concise written correspondance with a wide range of stakeholders, including program participants, donors and members, board and committee members, government and corporate partners, contractors, and the general public. Implemented over 100 art exhibits including design, scheduling, and installation. Developed and implemented an annual, five-day, outdoor painting event and exhibit attended by over 60 artists and hundreds of visitors, in partnership with local tourism office. Launched a 12-site annual public sculpture program with a $35,000 budget. Built ongoing relationships with public and private site managers, partnered on public engagement initiatives, and facilitated over $20,000 in sculpture sales.Created budgets and tracked spending for programs; dispersed funds and awards. Wrote press releases, program reports, and other relevant copy for marketing, reporting and record-keeping. Coordinated silent auction for annual fundraiser gala. Streamlined bidding and checkout process, initiated online auction component, and increased donations to build to the highest net income ever in 2015. Was office go-to person for proofreading and writing advice as a result of my attention to detail and writing skills. Coordinated as many as 30 volunteers and interns at a time for programs and fundraising events. Managed complex priorities and juggled projects with success, resulting in promotions with increased responsibilities and independence:Center & Program Assistant, August 2006-July 2007 Center & Program Coordinator, August 2007-June 2011 Interim Deputy Director, January-April 2011Gallery Director & Programs, July 2011-December 2015 Show less

Performed customer service for the museum's gift shop as well as assisting in inventory management for both the main store and temporary traveling exhibit stores. Also shipping and receiving, display design, and store upkeep. Was given keyholder responsibility after being promoted from Associate to Assistant.