SERVICES
Let me introduce myself.
I'm Suzanne Alden of Rhody Grants. I'm a grant expert with 25 years of experience in grant writing, research, training, budgeting, and management. I specialize in assisting Rhode Island-based nonprofits of all sizes - and do it affordably. Let me help you grow your grant resources and achieve your mission and goals.
Grant Writing
& Research
I offer grant research and writing services that help you identify your best funding prospects, decide on your "asks", and present compelling proposals that position your agency for funding success. I can assist with occasional grant writing needs or handle a larger grant portfolio. Offered at very low rates, my services are affordable yet can generate significant revenue for your nonprofit. With over $30 million raised for 30+ Rhode Island-based organizations working on a wide range of issues, I understand the philanthropic environment and can help you grant seek efficiently and effectively.
Grant Management
You've received the grant....Now what? Effectively managing grants requires knowledge and diligence. With 15 years of higher education experience managing millions of federal grant award dollars, I understand the rules governing the expenditure of grant funds. I am skilled in creating grant calendars for nonprofit big and small to help them manage their proposal submissions and keep them on track. I use effective tools to track reporting requirements and ensure that not one deadline is missed and all sponsor requirements on grant awards are met.
Grant Training
& Mentoring
Having provided over 50 grant writing, research, budgeting, and management trainings, I have extensive experience helping others learn how to write and manage grants. With a masters degree in Accounting, I know how to develop realistic grant budgets and assemble complex financial reports. I have mentored many novice grant writers and can provide guidance on a wide range of grant-related topics for fundraisers at all skill levels.
The Numbers
25
Years of Experience
30+
Nonprofits Helped
$30
Million+ Raised
50
Grant Trainings Delivered
ABOUT
My entire career has focused on helping nonprofit organizations achieve their goals and manage their grant funding.
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PASSIONATE ABOUT WHAT I DO
I am deeply committed to assisting nonprofit staff who re passionate about their missions yet lack the resources to raise the funds they need to improve the quality of people's lives and change the world.
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DIVERSE EXPERIENCE AND APPROACH
I have served in many roles, including development director, higher education grant manager, and grant writer. I'm adaptable and flexible, meeting you and your organization where you are with grant services that help you achieve your funding goals.
KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT NEARLY ALL ISSUE AREAS
From housing and environment, to education and health care, I have written and secured grants in nearly every major issue area. I understand how to craft effective proposals to all funding types, including foundation, government and corporate entities. I've secured grants ranging from $1,000 micro grants to multi-million dollar awards.
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AFFORDABLE AND AVAILABLE WHEN YOU NEED IT
My services are affordable and accessible. Offered at very low rates, my services can be more cost effective than hiring a staff grant writer and providing space and supervision. I'm available when you need me and lay low when you don't.
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I WOULD LOVE TO MEET YOU!
If you need help with grants or just want to explore some options, don't hesitate - contact me! Let's talk so I can learn about your organization's vision and strategize how we might work together to help you meet your grant goals.
TESTIMONIALS
Experienced crafting proposals in nearly all issue areas including housing, environment, education, basic needs, anti-violence, social justice, youth, and healthcare
