Are you a nonprofit organization seeking funding for your important projects? 🌱✨
Wondering whether to retain a grant consultant or hire an in-house grant writer?
Check out the benefits based on your nonprofit’s budget:
1. Cost-Effectiveness and Expertise 🌟
If your organization has the budget to retain an experienced senior-level grant writer ($98,946, Glassdoor, June 2023), it can be an excellent investment. Their expertise and track record can greatly enhance your grant-seeking efforts.
However, for some nonprofits working with a consultant who delivers results at a lower rate than an experienced in-house professional is more cost-effective. This way, you still gain access to experienced grant writing skills without the high cost.
2. Scalability and Flexibility 💼✨
Retaining a grant consultant on a retainer basis offers scalability and flexibility for nonprofits. Depending on your specific needs, you can engage a consultant for a set period, such as 6 months to 1 year.
During this time, they can work closely with your team, transferring knowledge and training a grant coordinator to take the lead on future grant applications. This approach allows you to build internal capacity while leveraging the expertise of a consultant, ensuring sustainability in the long run. (This is typically the approach majority of my clients take).
3. Objective Assessment and Fresh Insights 👥✨
As external experts, consultants bring a fresh set of eyes to your grant-seeking process, identifying areas for improvement and suggesting innovative approaches.
I often say sometimes you can be too close to the work and not realize the impact that your organization is making.
A fresh set of eyes helps refine your grant applications, making them more compelling and increasing your competitiveness.
June First Firm annual cost for a senior level experienced grant writer along with a team of experts gets you results quicker versus hiring a full time junior staff member.
