Grant Fundamentals Toolkit

Secure the Grant Funding Your Non-profit Deserves

Turn Your Passion into a Fundable Project—Without the Overwhelm

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Winning grants shouldn’t be a mystery

Whether you’re a grassroots non-profit just getting started or an established organization struggling to break through, our Grant Fundamentals Toolkit will guide you on your journey to confidently apply to grants—and win.

🖋️ Developed by Shiloh Holley, Certified Fundraising Executive

“I created the Grant Fundamentals Toolkit because I saw so many passionate nonprofits struggling to articulate their impact and secure the funding they deserved. I wanted to create a clear, accessible roadmap that empowers them to confidently pursue grants and turn their visions into reality."

Does this sound like you?

❌ You have an incredible mission, but struggle to get traction with your programs.
❌ You’ve applied for grants before, but without success—and you’re not sure why.
❌ You don’t know where to start when it comes to researching funders and their priorities.
❌ You’re tired of wasting time on applications that don’t get results.

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Imagine having a clear roadmap, expert guidance, and a ready-to-use tools at your fingertips to apply for—and win—the funding your non-profit needs.

The Solution:

Grant Fundamentals Toolkit

Our Process

1

Assess Organizational Readiness

Determine your non-profit’s stage of readiness and identify areas to work on to build operations, programming, governance, and administrative capacity.

2

Develop Your Project

Allows you to subjectively assess your project and determine its impact while developing key assets to be used in funder outreach and in grant applications.

3

Identify, Track, and Apply

Provides tips and strategies to identify funders aligned with your mission and tools to seamlessly prepare applications and track results.

Our Tools

  • A customized checklist tailored to your organization’s specific needs, ensuring all necessary elements are in place before applying for grants.

  • A compelling document showcasing your organization’s mission, impact, and funding needs.

  • A visual representation of your organization’s program theory, demonstrating the relationship between resources, activities, outputs, and outcomes noting key timelines and deliverables.

  • A customizable budget template to accurately present financial information of the organization or program in grant application

  • Questions for determining if a funder is right for your organization and/or project, including a template to organize information on prospective funders.

  • A digital repository for storing and organizing essential documents required for grant applications

  • Spreadsheet that organizes future, current, and past grant application information

  • Calculation tool to provide grant asks and applicant match amounts

  • "Before working with Aderworks, we struggled to navigate the grant-writing process. They provided simple, honest guidance that clearly defined our challenges and offered workable solutions. Communication has been easy and straightforward, giving us the confidence to apply for funding with a clear strategy. We’ve already seen results—and we’re just getting started!"


    —Alma M., Executive Director of an Afterschool Program

What You’ll Get

  • Design fundable projects that align with your mission and funders’ priorities.

  • Use proven tools and templates to strengthen your programs and grant applications.

  • Save time with a streamlined process that keeps you focused and organized.

  • Position your nonprofit for long-term fundraising success.

Package Options

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$500

Do-It-Yourself Workbook

For small nonprofits looking to build their grant-writing skills at their own pace with our Workbook. Includes:
☑️ 8 essential tools & templates to establish a solid foundation to seek out grants
☑️Step-by-step guidance on developing a compelling project that will resonate with funders
☑️Assets to share with funders that demonstrate you have the capacity and foundation to win and execute awards.

Best for organizations on a budget that want to learn and develop grant-writing skills independently.

$2500

Full-Service

For organizations that need personalized support and guidance in developing a fundable project and polished materials for applications.
☑️ 3 in-depth 1:1 strategy sessions to guide tool and asset creation
☑️ A Personalized Work Plan to get results in 60-days and a plan outlining key steps for growth in the next 6-12 months
☑️ Personalized memos and custom resources prepared by our knowledgable team to further build your non-profits’s capacity, compliance, and impact.

Best for organizations that want a done-for-you tools and resources to apply for grants quickly and seamlessly.

Not sure which is right for you? Book a Call to learn more