Get Expert Grant Writing Services with Clear, Transparent Pricing

Our flat-rate fee structure makes budgeting simple while providing high-quality proposals to help your organization secure the funding it needs.

As an experienced grant writer, I help nonprofits develop compelling proposals that align with funder priorities and maximize your chances of success. I believe in transparent, ethical pricing that’s based on the scope of the work—not on a percentage of your awarded funds. Let’s build a sustainable funding plan for your mission.

High-Quality Grant Proposals, Fair and Ethical Pricing, Proven Results

• Tailored Grant Strategy: “We align each grant proposal with your unique strengths and funder priorities, ensuring a compelling case for support.”
• Comprehensive Service: “From funder research to narrative writing, budgeting, and submission, we handle every aspect of the process.”
• Transparent Pricing: “Our flat-rate model is based on 3% of the requested amount—simple, predictable, and ethical.”
• Extensive Experience: “Over 10 years of experience in grant writing, grant giving, grant management, and nonprofit leadership.”

How It Works

We start with a 30-minute complimentary consultation to discuss your funding needs, goals, and timelines. This helps us understand your organization and align on the best strategy.

Once we agree on a plan, I’ll research, outline, and draft the proposal to match the specific requirements of your targeted grant.

I provide a draft for your review and incorporate any feedback to ensure the proposal fully represents your mission and selected program.

After your approval, I handle the final submission. I’m also available for follow-up support if additional documentation or modifications are needed.

Transparent, Flat-Rate Pricing Based on the Amount Applied For

Our fee structure is based on 3% of the amount you are applying for, ensuring that pricing scales appropriately with the size and scope of the grant. This is a fixed fee based on the work required, not a commission on awarded funds, which aligns with best practices and ethical guidelines.

Minimum Fee: $500
Maximum Fee: $15,000

For particularly complex projects (e.g., federal grants or multi-agency collaborations), an additional flat-rate complexity fee may apply. This will be discussed and agreed upon upfront, so there are no surprises.

What’s Included:

• Initial grant research and alignment
• Full proposal narrative development
• Budget creation and alignment with funder guidelines
• Submission of the final proposal

What’s Not Included:

• Post-award management (available at an additional rate)
• Reporting and compliance management (available as a separate service)

Why Our 3% Flat-Rate Fee is Ethical and Aligned with Best Practices

Our fee is based on the amount you’re applying for, not on whether the grant is awarded. This ensures that our compensation reflects the work required to create a compelling proposal, regardless of the outcome. This approach aligns with the Grant Professionals Association (GPA) guidelines, which recommend against contingency fees based on awarded funds. By structuring our pricing around the application, we maintain the highest standards of ethical practice.

Results To Date (as of 2024)

• Total Grants Awarded: 258
• Total Grant Dollars Awarded: $13,356,000
• Average Grant Amount: $51,767
• Median Grant Amount: $50,000
• Largest Grant: $460,000
• Smallest Grant: $1,500

Funders To Date (as of 2024)

Federal

• U.S. Department of Homeland Security - Federal Emergency Management Agency
• United States Department of Agriculture - Direct
• United States Department of Agriculture - National Institute of Food and Agriculture
• United States Department of Agriculture - Food and Nutrition Service
• United States Department of Agriculture - Agricultural Marketing Service
• United States Department of Health & Human Services
• United States Economic Development Administration

Local / Regional

• Four Community Foundations
• 40+ Family Foundations
• Eight State-Run Initiatives
• 15 Civic Organizations (such as Rotary, Kiwanis, Masonic, etc.)
• Six Chambers of Commerce
• 12 Cities / Townships / Counties
• Six Public Utility Companies
• Three United Way Organizations

Corporate:

• Bank of America
• Albertsons
• Centene Corporation
• Waste Management
• Commerce Bank
• Fiesta Bowl Foundation
• Wal-Mart
• Northern Arizona Healthcare Foundation
• Wells Fargo
• And many more...

Frequently Asked Questions

My Journey

I was the Director of Entrepreneurship at Arch Grants, a groundbreaking nonprofit organization that changed the entrepreneurial and economic development landscape in the Mid-Western United States. We built one of the largest business plan competitions in the world, and one of the most successful and replicated models for economic development. My role? Recruiting and selecting brilliant minds and ensuring they had the resources they needed to turn their visions into reality.

As a grant giver, I got to see the "other side" of grant review for over six years.

I’ve seen firsthand how a well-crafted grant can transform a dream into a booming reality.

Before this, I ran my own businesses and managed over 100 employees at Young Entrepreneurs Across America. This national organization empowers young adults to develop their entrepreneurial skills through real-world business experience.

I mentored countless aspiring entrepreneurs and social entrepreneurs, helping them navigate the challenges of running a business while fostering a spirit of innovation and resilience.

Academic Achievements

My academic journey is a testament to my dedication and hard work. I completed my undergraduate degree with honors in just three years and was named Marketing Student of the Year in my final year.

I then earned my MBA in Entrepreneurial Studies from Olin Business School, one of the top business schools in the US. The faculty recognized my efforts and awarded me the Professional Achievement Award for my class.

Technical Expertise

Working with universities on academic research sharpened my technical writing skills. I learned to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively—an essential skill in the world of grant writing.

I was also able to co-author a master's level curriculum in the field of Social Entrepreneurship. This handy semester pumped me up for organizing important concepts in a more fluid, real-life way...

Current Endeavors

Nowadays, I’m running a nonprofit food assistance program in rural Arizona. It’s challenging but incredibly rewarding work.

I’ve successfully written and received dozens of grants to support our mission, ensuring that those in need have access to nutritious food.

Personal Life

When I’m not busy with work, you’ll find me exploring the great outdoors with my wife and kids. We love hiking and discovering new trails in Sedona, Mount Shasta, and all over the western US.

One of things that I find completely disconnected in the nonprofit world is the lack of focus on mindset and health. By now, you're likely at least aware of the concept of law of attraction.

While Grant Getting is not about gaining a greater spiritual understanding, it IS about GETTING FUNDED.

And my personal life is not separate from my professional one. The things that work for bringing about a better life for yourself are extremely helpful in attracting resources for your nonprogram.

So, yeah, mindset is pretty key to getting grants! And traveling and being in nature as much as possible with my family and friends is crucial for me.

These adventures fuel my passion for community and nature, driving me to make a positive impact through my work.

Why I’m Here

Here's the truth.

Writing grants is easy. Anyone can do it.

You don't want to write grants.  You want to GET grants.

I was tired of self-promotional seminars and 800 page "how-to" books...

And it seemed like those who were trying to teach others were not ACTIVELY doing it themselves!

Things are changing way too quickly right now to have outdated information. So I wanted to set up this system where nonprofit professionals and grant writers could BOTH learn the fundamentals of grant research, writing, and reporting, but ALSO to be up to date with trends, focus areas, and new resources.

Along my journey, I have been observant to the key performance indicators for both nonprofit organizations as well as successful grant applications.

What have I learned?

Well, it's something that a lot of people don't want to hear...

Getting grants is not just about improving your writing skills...

It's about having a good business...

That's right...BUSINESS!

Because it turns out that many of the things that make up a good business are the same things that make up a solid nonprofit program.

And having a good program - even if it is in its very early stages of development - is key to getting grants.

So throughout the resources and training that I provide, you're going to see that grant writing does not operate in a silo.

You can't write a successful grant application for a nonprofit program that doesn't make a difference - meaningfully - in your community or environment.

Of course, there are ways to tell a story that elicit a more favorable response in applications (and YES I talk a lot about that)...

But it's all connected.

Everything in your organization affects everything else. Getting grants is a function of hundreds of things...

But, it's also very simple and intuitive!

I started this because I want to share my knowledge and experience to help you succeed without falling into traps, and without a decade of trial and error.

Here, you’ll find actionable advice, real-world insights, and honest support.

If I can help you write a better grant, run a more effective nonprofit, or simply inspire you to keep pushing forward, then I’ve done my job. Let’s cut through the noise and get to what works.

Cheers, Benjamin Dean