Allison Jones, M.Ed is the founder and CEO of Spark the Fire Classes, LLC. As one of only twenty-five trainers nationally approved by the Grant Professionals Certification Institute and an approved trainer for both the Grant Professionals Association and Certified Fund Raising Executives, Allison brings over two decades of grant writing and nonprofit management experience to her role, plus an M.Ed. in Adult Education. She also contributes her expertise as a grant reviewer for foundations and government entities, gaining insights that enrich her training. Ms. Jones is an Adjunct Professor at Western Washington University, Evergreen College, and Seattle Colleges for grant writing classes and certification programs. A respected speaker, she frequently presents at national conferences, including the Grant Professionals Association Grant Summit and the Association of Fundraising Professionals Conference. In addition to teaching grant writing, Allison is the Co-Director of Vashon Events, a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating, providing, and expanding positive life experiences through music and art for all. She is also a singer/songwriter and is a juried member of the 4Culture Touring Arts Roster, Gigs4U Roster, and Amazon.com roster of performing artists.