I support leading nonprofits with fundraising, program design and delivery, project management, and strategic planning. I leverage my background in journalism to weave the data and stories that inspire funders to invest in your organization! I have broad experience developing award-winning grant proposals that secured funding from corporate, foundation, and government sources, and in managing the grants submission pipeline from the research phase through to the final reporting phase. Additionally, I have served as a grants panelist for the State of CA, and approach grant writing from the perspective of a reviewer. Let's collaborate to get your next project funded! I also enjoy keeping my skills and pencils sharp by providing freelance editorial services, such as marketing and technical communications, copy editing, and proofreading. Hit me up if you need an eagle eye for detail, grammar, and style!My 20+ years of experience has included work with agencies that promote a range of fantastic social justice causes, namely healthcare justice, youth empowerment, advocacy for incarcerated and systems-impacted individuals, visual and performing arts practice and education, and creative workforce development. I am also eager to explore environmental projects that promote climate resilience, alternative energy, wilderness preservation, and green economic growth.As my passion project, I serve as the Department Head of the Fire & Performance Department at the Crucible in Oakland, CA, the largest nonprofit arts education organization in the US with the mission to make the fine and industrial arts and trades accessible for all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Additionally, I have volunteered for the San Francisco Opera's ARIA Program, which through the lens of opera, introduces youth to music, creative writing, dance, theater, and visual arts.