Grant Strategy Sessions

Worried about dotting your i’s and crossing your t’s?

Now you don’t have to. Schedule a personalized, 1:1 grant coaching call with one of our expert staff today.

How it works:

Step 1: Schedule

Pay easily online, and we’ll reach out to find a time that best fits your schedule.

Step 2: share

Fill out a quick form and share the details about your situation. This allows us to prepare for and personalize our session to make it as supportive as possible.

Step 3: SUCCEED

We’ll send you a one-hour Zoom meeting invite, and then it’s session time! Come prepared to chat and take some notes – we’ll cover quite a bit.

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What To Expect

Research & Strategy

Identifying aligned funders who fit with your mission, determining if a grant opportunity is the right fit for your organization, planning for a successful submission, organizing a grants team, brainstorming the best way to share your mission and projects, and more.

Expert feedback

Bring in a grant proposal you’re working on for feedback and guidance. We’re available to help you brainstorm, provide feedback on your writing, and help you strengthen your proposal to be more competitive.

Personalized Consultation

Interested in grants but not sure where to start? Feeling stuck and needing some fresh ideas? Our office hours are here to meet you and support you wherever you are in the grant writing process – whether you’ve never written a grant proposal before or you’re a seasoned pro.

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Why Choose The Dotted i?

Expertise and Experience

At The Dotted i, our seasoned team brings years of expertise in grant writing and nonprofit support, with a proven track record of securing funding through compelling, well-crafted proposals.

Dedicated Support

When you choose The Dotted i, you gain a committed partner who becomes an extension of your team. With a Grant Specialist to assist you, you get personalized support throughout the entire grant application process.

Comprehensive Services

We offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of each nonprofit we work with, including our Grant Readiness Checklist, an in-depth Grant Research Package, and our 6-Month Grant Writing Services.

Educational Resources

We provide valuable educational resources—including customized trainings, presentations, and online materials—designed to equip nonprofit leaders with the knowledge and skills to effectively navigate the grant landscape.

Customized Approach

We tailor our services to your nonprofit's specific needs, using insights from a 60-minute intake call to craft a customized grant seeking strategy that aligns with your goals and enhances your chances of securing funding.

Proven Results

Our clients have achieved tangible results with our services, raising over $11.7 million in 2023 to secure critical funding that advances their missions and drives their programs forward. Not to mention, the countless hours we’ve saved our clients!

Choose The Dotted i for expert guidance, comprehensive support, and a dedicated partnership that is focused on your nonprofit’s success. Let us help you turn your funding aspirations into reality.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Anyone who needs support with grants! Whether you’re brand new to grant writing, a small nonprofit just getting started, or an experienced fundraiser looking for expert feedback, our sessions are designed to meet you where you are.

  • Each one-hour session is customized to your needs. We might help identify aligned funders, review a proposal draft, brainstorm a grant strategy, or walk through how to build a strong grants process. You’ll leave with concrete next steps and resources you can use right away.

  • We charge $250/hour and can book up to three sessions. You’ll be guided by our expert grant specialists who have years of grant success, experience, and expert guidance.

  • We will reach out to find a time that works best for your schedule. We strive to ensure that we have a meeting on the books within 10 business days of receiving your payment. If you’re working up against a deadline or have specific scheduling needs, please indicate that on your intake form.

  • Not necessarily – but if you have a specific funder, draft proposal, or attachment you’d like us to review, please share that ahead of time. Otherwise, just bring your questions and goals for the session.

  • When scheduling, you’ll complete a short intake form. Filling this out helps us personalize your session and make the most of your time. We also recommend having your organization’s mission, values, and key priorities in mind.

  • It’s easy! Pay online, and we’ll reach out within two business days to set up a time that works for you. You’ll receive a Zoom link for your session.

  • You’ll receive a personalized follow-up email with a recap of what we discussed, recommended resources, and suggested next steps. You can also book additional sessions anytime.

    • Some common areas we cover include:

      • Finding and evaluating grant opportunities

      • Reviewing and strengthening proposal drafts

      • Grant writing strategies and tips

      • Advice on building an internal grants calendar or team process

      • Troubleshooting challenges in grantseeking

  • Our coaching model is flexible and designed to empower you. Instead of us writing a proposal for you, we provide expert advice, feedback, and strategies so that you and your organization build lasting grant-seeking skills.

  • Absolutely. We always treat your organizational information, documents, and conversations as 100% confidential.

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