Grant Writer
Nakia
Interim Chief Executive Officer
About Me
I am a transformational leader with over 20 years of experience in the nonprofit and human services sectors. I have a proven track record in driving organizational growth, fostering innovation, and leading mission-driven initiatives that enhance community well-being. My expertise includes strategic planning, program development, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence. I have successfully managed multimillion-dollar budgets and spearheaded the design and implementation of high-impact programs. In fundraising and grant writing, I have secured substantial funding, such as a $400K Department of Justice grant to expand culturally relevant mental health services. Additionally, I have led corporate fundraising events and cultivated strong community partnerships to enhance organizational capacity and sustainability. My leadership is defined by a commitment to equity, compliance, and developing culturally responsive services that empower underserved communities.
My Services
Services:
- Non-Profit Consulting
- Organizational Assessment
- Strategic Planning
- Grant Research and Recommendation
- Grant Writing and Submission
My Successes
My successes include:
- $400k awarded by the Department of Justice Office of Violence Against Women
- $7500 General Operations Grant
- $100k grant awarded to provide transitional housing for individuals of Domestic Violence
- Organizational Strategic Plan Assessment and Implementation resulting in improving the physical plant/infrastructure of 5 early childhood centers (Department of Education funded with $350,000)