Proposals that get read, understood, and funded.
From identifying the right opportunities to submitting a compliant, compelling proposal — we manage the full grant lifecycle so your application competes on strategy and evidence, not just effort.
Funders reject more good ideas than bad ones.
Most rejected proposals aren't rejected because the underlying work is weak — they're rejected because the case wasn't built well: unclear alignment with the funder's priorities, thin evidence, inconsistent budgets, or a narrative that reads like an internal memo instead of a persuasive argument.
We treat proposal writing as a strategic exercise, not a formatting task — starting with whether an opportunity is worth pursuing at all.
Straightforward pricing for every stage of the process
Whether you need a one-time opportunity scan, a single application written, or ongoing support across a full funding calendar — there's a way to work with us that fits.
- Donor & funding opportunity landscape scan
- Eligibility & strategic fit assessment
- Prioritized list of matching opportunities
- Full proposal drafting for a single opportunity
- Budget development & compliance check
- Billed transparently by hours worked
- Ongoing multi-opportunity pipeline support
- Dedicated writer & reviewer each month
- Custom scope based on your funding calendar
Final pricing is confirmed after a short scoping call — rates vary based on complexity, opportunity size, and turnaround time.
From opportunity to submission
Screen the opportunity
Assess strategic fit, eligibility, and realistic chances before committing time.
Build the outline & win themes
Map the funder's priorities to your strengths before a single paragraph is drafted.
Draft narrative & budget together
Narrative and budget are built in parallel so numbers and story always match.
Red-team & revise
An independent reviewer stress-tests the proposal as a funder would before it's final.
Submit & support post-award
Final compliance check, submission, and an implementation calendar if awarded.
Built for different starting points
Competing for government contracts, innovation grants, or corporate/foundation funding.
Building a sustainable donor pipeline instead of chasing one-off applications.
Research grants, fellowships, and academic funding applications.
Frequently asked questions
Do you write on a contingency or success-fee basis?
No. We charge a transparent fee for the work itself, consistent with standard practice and most funders' compliance requirements. We're upfront about realistic chances before you commit.
How long does a full proposal take?
It depends on complexity and funder deadlines, typically 2–6 weeks from kickoff to submission-ready. We'll give you a specific timeline after an initial scoping call.
Do you handle the budget, not just the narrative?
Yes — budget and narrative are developed together so the numbers and the story are always consistent, which is one of the most common points of failure in submitted proposals.
What if we're not sure which opportunities to pursue yet?
That's where we usually start. Our bid/no-bid screening helps you avoid spending weeks on applications with a low realistic chance of success.
Have a funding opportunity in mind?
Send us the details and we'll tell you honestly whether it's worth pursuing — before you invest the time.