Haley Monts Email & Phone Number

Alexandria, Va, Us

• All responsibilities and duties listed under "Grant Writer" below• Leads grant process and sets writing expectations for grants team as assignment supervisor/final editor; supports team in submission of 85+ applications, contracts, reports, and/or letters of intent annually in support of $21M organizational budget• Supports Director of Grants Management in setting and achieving department goals; coordinates with other LAYC managers to improve general programmatic and administrative operations• Develops new grant boilerplate language and maintains organizational style standards; provides final edit on all major grant submissions and most routine submissions• Trains grant writers in accordance with team policies and procedures; conducts weekly one-on-one check-ins to track progress, offer feedback, and provide assistance with current assignments• Secured funding for LAYC's innovative Promotor Pathway through Greater Washington Community Foundation's groundbreaking Health Equity Fund

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Lead on 2-4 applications, reports, and/or letters of intent per month, includingresponses to local, state, and federal governments and private funders• Responsible for all phases of grant lifecycle, including internal timelines, narrativecomposition, program data review, budget review, attachment completion, and submission• Manages rotating teams of LAYC program staff (direct service staff) and Learning andEvaluation (data analysis staff) during grant lifecycle; soliciting and evaluating programmaticand output/outcome information as needed to strengthen narratives• Resolves all administrative or follow-up issues for grant submissions, such as technical challenges or requests for additional information• Edits 2-3 grant narratives per month as assigned; occasionally edits other LAYC documents,such as infographics, newsletters, and fundraising appeals• Collaborates with grants team on internal process improvement initiatives; team projectsinclude creating a grants training for LAYC program staff, developing more equitablelanguage for use in grants/external communications, and updating team procedures• Supports teammates during complex grant applications, providing assistance as needed• Coordinates with LAYC’s senior team regularly to review and finalize all grant budgetproposals, update LAYC’s boilerplate language, and complete general operations proposals• Effectively manages competing grant deadlines and organizes remotely with teammates inonline/hybrid work environment• Mentored students from George Washington University on grant writing, helping themsubmit an application to Sony Foundation on behalf of LAYC’s Arts + Media program• Led grants department in submitting and securing Workforce Innovation and OpportunityAct (WIOA)• Active participant in LAYC’s CORE and Safer Spaces committees (staff lead anti-racism andLGBTQ+ inclusion groups) and volunteer organizer/facilitator for a series of white anti-racist allyship workshops

Mclean, Virginia

Granato Group is a full-service, integrative counseling practice offering advanced mental health treatment for children, adults, and families throughout the metro-DC area. As the internal technical writer for the practice and sole grant and proposal writer on staff, my responsibilities included:• Coordinating with COO and CEO to determine scope of project, establish timeline, and review draft milestones• Identifying resources needed for grant projects, including establishing community partnerships, interviewing SMEs, and developing delivery strategies• Working collaboratively with account managers and other key points of contact to establish program mechanics and develop competitive budget• Acting as writer for approved but unfunded Tier 1 grant of HHS’s Teen Pregnancy Prevent grant (AH-TP1-18-001 – budgeted at minimum of $500,000). Funds were not awarded due to external litigation• Serving as lead writer on all grant proposals, including submissions to HHS and NIH: researching, writing, and proofreading all sections of a project narrative (Need Statement, Technical Approach, Logic Models, Past Performance, Role Descriptions, Resumes, and Appendices/Accountability Metric)• Formatting all grants for submission, including layouts, charts, graphs, and infographics• Creating content for marketing; articles, blog posts, press releases, and white papers as assigned• Drafting internal policy memos and developing company-specific software guides to assist counselors with case management responsibilities• Familiarizing myself with Granato Group's programs, goals and financial needs in order to strategize for future opportunities• Researching grant opportunities, both private and federal, using FedBizOpps, Foundation Directory, and other marketplace engines• Supporting client account management and record-keeping, regularly teaming with Granato Group's Customer Care team to assist in transitions• Organizing Sharepoint files• Attending industry events

Mclean, Virginia

Worked for the Granato Group during summers as a technical writer; part-time during the school year. Gained experience and training in grant writing, serving as co-writer, assistant writer, researcher, and editor for multiple federal grants and RFPs.Work highlights include:• Co-writer on counseling group’s Personal Responsibility Education Innovative Strategies (PREIS) and Sexual Risk Avoidance Education (SRAE) grant proposals. Both grants were awarded through the Administration of Children and Families, with grantees receiving a minimum of $500,000 in funding. Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and organization skills through collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams of therapists, non-profits, and healthcare providers.• Lead writer on data-driven component of PREIS grant. Researched statistical and scientific backing for group’s proposed program.• Assistant editor for SRAE grants’ data-driven component. Utilized detail-oriented and methodical approach to ensure quality and concision.• Assistant writer and editor on multiple leadership development RFPs for the DOJ, HHS, and armed forces. Demonstrated efficiency in production of content and versatility of writing style.• Created and managed graphics, charts, supplemental material for grants and RFPs.• Rejuvenated old copy for new website.• Ran comparative analysis on multiple competitors, including social media and SEO rankings, to refine current business practices.

Mclean, Virginia

The Federal Leadership Institute (FLI) is the executive coaching arm of the Granato Group, specializing in training, facilitation, and consulting services for the federal government. Combining Granto Group's background in mental heath with the latest research on human capital management, FLI offers comprehensive and strength-based courses in a variety of disciplines. FLI's most popular courses include the Leadership Development Program, Professional Communication for Government Leaders, and Working Productively Through Conflict.My responsibilities included:• Acting as sole writer for FLI's RFI, RFQ, RFP, etc. submissions to USCIS, DOJ, FAA, and armed forces among others• Researching new business initiatives and competitors to evaluate potential opportunities for FLI growth• Identifying bid opportunities and evaluating FLI's response readiness; demonstrated strong analytical and resource management skills when writing evaluation summary for Chief Operations Officer• Coordinating with VP of Business Development and Chief Operations Officer to determine response approach and review/approve each phase of the proposal life-cycle• Leading the proposal life-cycle: creating timelines and internal due dates, reviewing opportunity/contractual requirements, researching key concept, writing and editing the proposal response (minimum 3 drafts)• Formatting and designing document layouts, including creating charts, tables, graphics and infographics• Overseeing several small-scale projects (priced between $2,500 — $7,500) by coordinating with key points of contact for quality assurance and contract compliance. Handled related admin duties, such as printing workbooks, entering data, and documenting delivery• Interviewing SMEs within FLI's coach network to refine proposal offerings and finalize class curriculum; sought out external experts when needed• Coordinating with accounts manager to define scope and budget for each project, working to maintain competitive pricing