Our Services
Many public, tribal, and non-profits institutions struggle to maintain steady streams of funding to operate programming, develop infrastructure, and launch new services. However, there are ample resources available to those with a compelling story and the capacity to take on large applications. Unfortunately, finding that capacity can be a barrier that is difficult to overcome.
Speedwell Consulting can provide that capacity. With experience writing federal, state, and foundation grants and a strong network of subject-matter experts, we can work with you through all stages of the grant cycle or at strategic points to give you the best chance of securing the resources your organization needs.
Grant Writing
Proposal Editing
Applications for large grants can be cumbersome and complex, requiring a high degree of organization, research, and revision. Speedwell Consulting can manage your grant application process, from project conception through submission.
We can support every phase of a grant cycle, including convening stakeholders, conducting background research, developing and maintaining project trackers, and writing and submitting your application. The degree of our involvement depends on your organization’s needs.
The details can make or break a grant proposal. Basic grammar and formatting, cohesive narratives, and a clear alignment with funder priorities are all crucial. However, when you’ve been looking at the same paragraphs for weeks or months on end, it can be hard to see the forest for the trees.
Speedwell offers short and long form editing services to help you guarantee the best possible application is being submitted. Whether you need a quick, 45-minute editing session for a single section or a thorough review of a multi-component application, we can help.
Post-Award Planning & Compliance
Applying for and being awarded grant funds is just the first step. Most funders require ongoing compliance monitoring and reporting to ensure funds are being spent as stated. Additionally, large grants often require a sizable degree of planning and management to implement successfully.
Speedwell Consulting offers post-award support in the form of planning and compliance monitoring. We can help your team create a plan for your grant project, support compliance reporting, and more.
Strategic Alignment
As experienced researchers, Speedwell Consulting is able to provide functional Measurement & Evaluation services to support post-award compliance and reporting. From survey development to focus groups to data analysis, we can help you understand the impact of your grant-funded project and what adjustments might create more lasting impact.
Measurement & Evaluation
Speedwell Consulting is skilled at working with communities to articulate their needs, elevate their strengths, and identify opportunities.
We have experience conducting asset mapping and landscape analysis to help your team better understand what resources are available to you. We can work with you to find alignment with community needs and funding sources. Additionally, we can help you develop tools and timelines to gain a deeper understanding of the best way to tackle your community’s needs.