Over $20 million in grant funding secured since 2020
I help organizations around the globe secure the funding they need to make the world a better place.
Go beyond the scramble for funds
I build and run a deliberate grant program. I handle all the prospecting, timing, and reporting so you can focus on impact.
Prospect Research & Calendar
Aligned funders, realistic asks, and a living deadline calendar.
Compelling LOIs & Proposals
Clear narratives, defensible budgets, compliant packages.
Stewardship & Reporting
Follow‑ups, site‑visit prep, and on‑time reports that strengthen relationships.
We Surpass Your Expectations
At Grant Strategies, LLC, I design and implement strategic grant seeking programs for non-profit organizations, based on a thorough understanding of the organization’s purpose and activities, which include: dedicated research, planning and preparation of well-timed asks from a variety of appropriate funders, and consistent, solid reporting practices to assist organizations in developing long-term relationships with funders. This approach provides a stable financial foundation which enables organizations to grow beyond the daily struggle of finding funding for activities, to outcomes, to achieving desired impacts.
Grow Beyond the Daily Struggle of Finding Funds
Our strategic approach will move you toward your funding goals.
Featured Result
From festival to institution: Over five years, a small arts initiative grew into a nationally recognized program supported by a mix of public and private funders. Deliverables: prospect pipeline, disciplined submissions, and consistent reporting. Results vary; no funding is guaranteed.
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People are Talking
Melanie is the only grant writer I refer to – I’ve had the opportunity to refer clients to her but have also worked with her as a client as well, as I sit on the board of one of the organizations she works with. She’s EXCEPTIONAL – she does extraordinary research, really gets to know her organizations well, and does an excellent job at identifying funding opportunities that would best fit her organization clients’ goals. She’s extremely responsive
Alyssa M. Gross, Esq., William C. Moran & Associates, P.C.
Melanie was great to work with! She was knowledgeable and efficient. We highly recommend working with Melanie for your grant-seeking needs.
Anne H. Showers, Ed.M., Founder and CEO, Accessible Academics, https://www.accessibleacademics.org/
Melanie Yohe is truly brilliant, meticulous and indefatigable. When in the trenches of a project, she remains focused and calm, always maintaining a clear vision of the goal at hand. She is our go-to for all of our grant and proposal writing projects. It is an absolute joy to work with her!
Cara Elise Colón, Vice President, American Cello Institute, Inc.
Our collaboration encouraged and motivated me to launch Melbourne String Academy’s pilot community outreach project in Melbourne, Australia. Melanie is responsive, quick and efficient. She immediately understood the mission and vision of the organization and was able to reflect these values in the project grants. I am incredibly grateful for her support as a colleague and friend from across the pond.
Diana Wuli, Founder, Melbourne String Academy, https://www.melbournestringacademy.com/
Melanie is a pleasure to work with, knowledgeable, responsive, and as passionate as we are about accomplishing the adventurous goals on our list.
Jessica Tomaino, President, https://www.wahistudio.org/
Melanie’s familiarity with funding opportunities in this region helps us feel confident that she is always presenting us with the most suitable options that fit our needs best.
Rev. Kevin M. Wing, Executive Director, https://www.lockportcares.org/
The application brought me to tears!
Review Panel Member, National Endowment for the Arts, https://www.arts.gov/
News and Announcements
Exciting News: Grant Strategies, LLC Secures Capital Funding for SMART Local #71 Apprenticeship Program
Empowering Workforce Development Through Innovation We are thrilled to announce that Grant Strategies, LLC has secured funding from the Empire State Development (ESD) Office of Strategic Workforce Development (OSWD) Capital Grant program for the SMART Local #71 Apprenticeship Program (JATC)!
Exciting News: Grant Strategies, LLC Secures Funding for SMARt Local #71 JATC CAD Lab
New Operating Funds Will Help Expand Services & Support We are thrilled to announce that Grant Strategies, LLC has successfully secured Empire State Development (ESD) Office of Strategic Workforce Development (OSWD) Operating funds for the soon-to-be-installed CAD Lab at SMART Local #71 JATC!
Grant Strategies, LLC Awarded WDI Funding for CAD Lab Installation
Strengthening the SMART Local #71 JATC Registered Apprenticeship Program We are excited to announce that Grant Strategies, LLC has successfully secured funding from the Workforce Development Initiative (WDI) to support the installation of a state-of-the-art CAD Lab within the SMART Local #71 JATC Registered Apprenticeship Program!
Supporting Clean Energy Workforce Development
Exciting Funding Announcement! Supporting Clean Energy Workforce Development We are thrilled to announce that Grant Strategies, LLC has secured funding from the New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA) for SMART Local #71 JATC!
