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Build a well-oiled grants department that  operates efficiently and positions your organization for consistent funding and long-term growth.

Full-Cycle Grant Management: From Pre-Award to Post-Award Support

I’m sure you’ve stayed up past midnight wrestling with a grant deadline more than once… only to wake up one day and realize you’ve applied to 10 grants and asked funders to cover 150% of your program director’s salary.

You probably know that sinking feeling — questioning yourself: “I wish I had paid closer attention. Do I send a revised budget? Will the funder notice? Should I just hope they don’t?”

This is just one of the results of bootstrapping your way forward, wearing all the hats, without the right tools or systems in place, and chasing every opportunity. That’s why we take grant writing off your plate — so you can lead, not hustle. We help you build the grant-writing systems your organization needs so you can stop worrying about deadlines and start focusing on taking your nonprofit to the next level.

What You’ll Get When You Work With Us

We don’t just write grants — we build the systems that keep your nonprofit on track, so you can stop scrambling and start leading. When we partner with you, we will:

Take Grant Writing and Reporting Off Your Plate

Take Grant Writing and Reporting Off Your Plate

We draft, edit, and submit your proposals and reports so you can focus on strategy, programs, and leading your team — not juggling deadlines.

Reorganize Your Grants Tracking System

Reorganize Your Grants Tracking System

We review your existing spreadsheets (or scattered notes) and restructure them into a clean, organized tracking system so you always know what’s due, what’s in progress, and what’s coming next.

Provide Ongoing Grant Research

Provide Ongoing Grant Research

Gain a clear understanding of which funders genuinely share your mission and priorities. By identifying the right partners, you can focus your time and energy where it matters. 

Save Time & Improve Efficiency

Save Time & Improve Efficiency

We keep an eye on promising new opportunities that align with your mission and priorities, and bring them to your attention in a timely, organized way — so you’re always ahead of the curve.

Recommend and Implement a Grant Management Tool

Recommend and Implement a Grant Management Tool

Whether you choose a simple software solution or one of our proven templates, we’ll equip you with a tool that fits your capacity and budget — without the hassle of complex platforms you’ll never need.

Strengthen Team Communication

Strengthen Team Communication

We help you set up clear communication channels between leadership, program staff, finance, and development so that everyone knows their role in the grant process — reducing bottlenecks, missed deadlines, and last-minute surprises.

Establish a Weekly Grant Rhythm

Establish a Weekly Grant Rhythm

We’ll guide you into a consistent weekly routine for assessing upcoming opportunities, preparing materials in advance, and avoiding the last-minute scramble.

Hi, I’m Kalyani.

I help nonprofit leaders of small- to mid-sized organizations move from hustling for grants at the last minute to running a calm, strategic, and well-funded grant program.

With over 13 years of experience in fund development, I’ve helped organizations transform their grant chaos into a well-functioning grants department — where staff across programs, finance, and leadership work together seamlessly on proposals and reports. I’ve also guided dozens of executive directors in building sustainable systems that reduce stress and earn funder trust.

I know what it’s like to juggle multiple hats while trying to grow an organization — and I’ve made it my mission to give nonprofit leaders the tools, strategies, and support they need to lead with confidence, instead of scrambling to meet deadlines.

Benefits

Peace of Mind About Deadlines

Peace of Mind About Deadlines

Never stay up late wrestling with a last-minute submission again — we keep you ahead of every deadline.

A Clear, Organized Grants System

A Clear, Organized Grants System

Know exactly which proposals are due, which reports are in progress, and where each opportunity stands — all in one place.

 Predictable Cash Flow for Smarter Planning

Predictable Cash Flow for Smarter Planning

With clear visibility into upcoming grant deadlines, reporting schedules, and expected payments, you can predict cash flow and plan confidently for future programs and staffing needs.

Consistent, Predictable Workflow

Consistent, Predictable Workflow

Move from fire-drills to a weekly grant rhythm that keeps your team focused and reduces stress.

Stronger Team Communication

Stronger Team Communication

Enjoy seamless collaboration between leadership, program staff, and finance so proposals and reports come together smoothly.

More Competitive Proposals

More Competitive Proposals

Benefit from well-researched opportunities, tailored messaging, and polished submissions that build funder confidence.

Time to Focus on Leadership

Time to Focus on Leadership

Free up your time to lead strategically — grow programs, strengthen partnerships, and inspire your team.                                                                                                 

Improved Funder Trust and Relationships

Improved Funder Trust and Relationships

Deliver timely reports and clear budgets that show funders you’re organized and reliable — setting the stage for renewals and bigger awards.

B. Greene

B. Greene

I've worked with Kalyani and referred her as a grant writer/consultant to several nonprofits.. I respect her skills, competencies, work ethic, leadership style and integrity. When I decided to retire, I chose Kalyani to support one of my most valued clients with grant writing services. She's delivered strong outcomes and served this and other organizations well. I strongly recommend Kalyani as a first-rate fund development professional.

A. Beal

A. Beal

With Kalyani, we've been able to double the amount of grant applications we can submit. Grants that I've been meaning to apply to for several years were completed once Kalyani got involved. Which is wonderful, of course, but my biggest recommendation comes from the ease of working with her.

We were able to seamless pass applications back and forth, working collaboratively to make the applications as strong as possible. She also has the perfect balance of following up, sending reminders and checking in, but never getting demanding or pushy: the perfect mix of working independently and checking in.

B. Wyner

B. Wyner

I have worked with Kalyani on several successfully funded projects, as well as formal reporting processes. I appreciate her attention to detail, her masterful writing, and they way she asks questions that get me to think deeper about ways to partner and engage through grant processes.

Your Investment

Our clients often see a 6–8× return on their investment through stronger grant submissions, better renewals, and improved funder relationships.

Your investment will be a fraction of what it costs to hire a seasoned full-time grant writer—while giving you a well-run grants department that predicts cash flow, stays ahead of deadlines, and frees you to focus on leading.

We’re confident in our systems and support.

If after the first 90 days you feel our partnership isn’t helping you move from last-minute scrambling to a predictable, strategic grants program, you can opt out — no long-term obligation.

Let’s Build a Stronger, More Sustainable Grant Strategy

Imagine walking into your next board meeting with a clear grant calendar, predictable cash flow, and zero deadline stress.

This is what’s waiting for you — and it all begins in just a few days.
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