OUR PORTFOLIO
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Blog post and social media graphics, flyers, brochures, business cards, and all things printable material and digital design; they all tell a story.
What story do you want your customers to know?
We'd love to help you express your business' purpose through the great mediums of digital and printed design. Please feel free to contact us and we can chat about what we can do for you.
GRANT MANAGEMENT
Unlock the Power of Grants for Sustainable Revenue
In today's ever-evolving landscape of non-profit organizations and businesses, the pursuit of financial stability is an unending journey. At Anderson Fundraising & Grant Writing, we understand the pivotal role that grants play in securing the resources necessary to thrive in your mission-driven endeavors or commercial ventures. We believe that grants should not merely be viewed as occasional windfalls, but as a reliable, ongoing revenue stream that propels you towards lasting success.
In an era where innovation and impact are paramount, the importance of grants cannot be overstated. Grants have the unique ability to empower non-profits and businesses alike, offering a lifeline of financial support that fuels growth, fosters sustainability, and transforms dreams into reality. With the right strategy and expertise, grants can be the catalyst that propels your organization towards new horizons, allowing you to make a profound difference in the world.
At Anderson Fundraising & Grant Writing, we are dedicated to helping you harness the full potential of grants as a consistent source of income. Our team of seasoned professionals brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record in the world of grant writing and fundraising. We work tirelessly to identify, secure, and manage grants that align with your goals, ensuring a steady flow of resources that keeps your mission thriving and your business flourishing.
Gone are the days of viewing grants as occasional financial blessings. We invite you to shift your perspective and embrace grant writing as an integral part of your long-term financial strategy. By partnering with us, you'll gain access to a powerful resource that can sustain your mission or business, enabling you to make an enduring impact on the causes you hold dear or achieve lasting success in the competitive market.
Join us at Anderson Fundraising & Grant Writing and discover how grants can become a consistent, reliable revenue stream that empowers you to reach new heights. Together, we'll transform your vision into a sustainable reality, ensuring that the resources you need are never out of reach. Your journey towards financial stability begins here – let's make it remarkable, impactful, and enduring.
The Process
STAGE 1: Grant Search
Searching for a grant is easier if you hire a web ferret like the Anderson the Fish grant writers. A web ferret is experienced in searching and knows how to find grants that match your needs for your work. A qualified grant writer can cut the time for looking and we will provide you with a spreadsheet of potential funders. Learning what grants you are eligible to pursue will be documented in a grant potential spreadsheet that you can use for future grant applications. The spreadsheet will document:
- The funder organization name.
- Eligibility.
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The type of activities they fund.
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The amount of funding available.
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The due dates of the grant and the timeline of notification if you received the grant.
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The website link to the application.
STAGE 2: Needs Assessment and Target Population for Your Activities
Providing a Needs Statement for a grant, or marketing plan, or other organizational needs requires data and research. Anderson can provide this service for your organization. You will have this needs statement to use for future applications. Your grant or organization may need a description of the Target Population for your activities. This will be provided as part of this service.
Your organization may also need to provide your funders or the government with a Needs Assessment every 3 to five years. This service can be provided through our experienced staff for public health, non-profit healthcare organizations, or businesses and non-profit groups.
STAGE 3: Strategic Planning
All grants will require an Action Plan as part of applications. Anderson provides this service. This action plan can be used by your organization to add to your Strategic Plan or start the process of developing that plan. This plan will be an invaluable asset for your work and the growth of your business or organization. We can also provide your organization with experienced staff to help you write a 3-to-5-year Strategic Plan. This can be provided for public health, non-profit healthcare organizations, or businesses and non-profit groups.
STAGE 4: Timeline for Activities
Most grant applications require a timeline. Anderson can the capability to provide this Timeline. It will help your business or organization strengthen your planning to accomplish outcomes.
STAGE 5: Evaluation
Every grant requires you to propose outcomes for your activities. Accomplishing these outcomes can be added to the successes you document in your annual report. Developing these outcomes with your staff is a service we can provide. Providing Evaluation services is available also once you receive funding from a grant. Your organization may need Anderson the Fish to provide ongoing evaluation of all your activities and programs.
STAGE 6: Budgets
Developing grant Budgets is a service we can provide. This budget will be developed with your staff will be added to your general budget upon funding. Grant budget help your organization or business really pinpoint where your resources will be used to accomplish your goals. This can strengthen your business or organizations annual budget.
STAGE 7: Feedback
We will aggregate feedback From Funding Sources to Strengthen Further Applications for Grants. Our staff can be contracted to contact funding sources to obtain feedback on unsuccessful applications when it is available.
Conclusion
Grants are offered through government federal, state, and local. They are also offered by foundations and some through businesses. Each funder has its own set of criteria to fund you.
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You must be eligible for the funding as an organization or business.
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You must have the staff to accomplish the objectives of the grant.
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You have to prove you have a need for the grant within your target audience. You must have a clear definition of the intended audience and recipients of the activities.
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You have to have a plan to accomplish the objectives of the grant and that plan has to fit into your organization or business's Strategic Plan.
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You have to have a way to prove you accomplished the outcomes the grant requires.
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Your organization needs to learn from each application and continue to apply for grants based on continually improving your applications.
Anderson the Fish has qualified staff with over 25 years of experience in accomplishing grant writing in a timely manner. Hiring Anderson the Fish never guarantees funding from a grant, but they have to experience to increase your chances of receiving a grant.
Meet Our Grant Writers
Jody Stones, MEd
Jody Lynne Stones, MEd, is a multifaceted professional with a robust background in programmatic leadership, grant development, writing, and management, epitomizing her commitment to advancing public health and healthcare. As an accomplished adjunct faculty member at Muskingum University since 2014, Jody imparts her expertise in health-related courses, fostering future healthcare leaders. During her tenure as a Community Benefit Consultant at Genesis HealthCare System from 2015 to 2022, she meticulously reviewed grant applications, documented community activities, and orchestrated a comprehensive three-year community benefit plan, aligning with IRS standards. Her previous roles as an adjunct faculty member at Zane State College and Community Health Planner at the Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department further underscore her dedication to education and strategic planning. Jody's prior experience as a Lead Technical Writer at Northrop Grumman showcases her proficiency in document management and leadership. Beyond her professional roles, she is an accomplished public speaker, published poet, and adept at advanced computer skills and mentoring. Jody's unwavering commitment to leveraging her expertise for the greater good has left an indelible mark in the fields of healthcare, public health, education, and community development.
Successes
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Over 2 million dollars awarded to the state of Virginia in federal grants written with Jody as the lead writer
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Grant management of awarded funds including awarding contracts, evaluation, and partnerships building connected to grants
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Experience in writing, receiving, and managing grants from the state of Ohio awarded for over $100,000 for local government and non-profit organizations
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Served as a panel member for the writing of the national Cardiovascular Health Plan for the CDC, lead Virginia Department of Health in writing their Cardiovascular Health Plan, lead writing a Zanesville-Muskingum County Health Department (ZMCHD)’s Community Health Improvement Plan, and lead the writing of 2 cycles of the Zanesville Genesis Hospital’s Community Benefit Implementation Strategy
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Completed a ZMCHD local community health needs assessment and Zanesville Genesis Hospital Needs Assessment for 2 cycles
Types of Clients Jody Has Worked With
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Local behavioral health agencies
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Disability service groups
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Senior Center
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Early intervention and child care programs
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Low-income housing
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Transportation agencies
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Job and Family Services
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Elderly care
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Federal, state and local governments
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Hospitals and healthcare
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Community development
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Religious organizations including congregations and churches
Notable Clients Jody Has Worked With
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Center for Disease Control and Prevention national councils
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Virginia and Ohio Department of Health
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Baptist General Convention of Virginia
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American Heart Association
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American Cancer Society
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Fieldhouse Foundation
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United Street Tours
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Virginia Department of Transportation and Agriculture
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United Way
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YMCA
Robin Cabral, MA, CFRE, MFIA
Robin L. Cabral is a Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) with millions of dollars raised, and over twenty-five years’ experience assisting non-profit organizations as a development professional. She has overseen all aspects of fund development, from annual funds to capital campaigns, to donor communications. Her impressive non-profit career includes positions as Director of Development and Marketing throughout the Northeast United States, including her role as a regional and worldwide Director of Development.
Educationally, Robin has obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth, and a Master of Arts in Philanthropy and Fund Development from Saint Mary’s of Minnesota, USA. She has held the designation of Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) since 2008 and is a graduate of Leadership Southcoast (2010).
Robin is an active member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) and adheres to the AFP Code of Ethical Principles and Standards of Professional Practice. She was on the board of AFP-RI (Rhode Island) and was a recent AFP-RI Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair.
Robin is also an AFP Master Faculty Trainer and has served on the AFP International Education and Training Committee. She has been part of the National Catholic Development Conference Planning Committee and the Professional Development Committee, and has been a conference presenter, workshop leader, roundtable leader, moderator, and facilitator. Robin is also a Member of the Fundraising Institute of Australia (MFIA) and adheres to its Code of Conduct.
Robin has sat on numerous boards and committees of organizations, including her role as past-president of her local Rotary Club, as well as other professional associations.
She has been named one of the Top 10 LinkedIn Top Voices 2018: Philanthropy and Global Development and one of the Top 100 Charity Influencers by Onalytica (2019).
Types of Clients Robin Has Worked With
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Small parks and trail systems
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Health and human service agencies including behavioral health
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ESL and literacy programs
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Group residential homes and disability service groups
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Women’s organizations
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Historical associations
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Early intervention and childcare programs
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Music and choir schools
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Retirement and low-income senior housing
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Elderly care
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Veterans groups and
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Religious organizations including congregations and churches
Notable Clients Robin Has Worked With
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Manny Pacquiao Foundation
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United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
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United Way
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YMCA
What Clients Have Said About Robin
"Thank you for everything you have done for Taylor. Getting Taylor Community on the path for development was huge! And not easy."
"Robin, in only 7 months, has managed to not only get our very uneducated board on a more professional track but also increased our revenue 200%! "
"We have had a great response to our campaign. I did some face-to-face that resulted in a $15,000 gift, and we are presently at $105,350 on our $102,000 goal."
"Your professionalism and wisdom were a plus for the PEARSON Foundation!
All the best!"