Services
Take back your TIME
Have you ever found yourself wishing for more hours in a day? Time is our most precious resource as nonprofit leaders. We're constantly juggling various responsibilities. But what if there was a way to return some of that time?
Think about it.
What could you do with a few extra hours each week? You could finally launch the innovative program you've been dreaming of or invest more time in nurturing relationships with your community.
Curtis-Carr Consulting is your trusted partner in grant management and direct Executive Director Coaching. We specialize in working side-by-side with nonprofit leaders, making securing grants, and leading your non-profit less burdensome, time-consuming, and more achievable.
With CCC by your side, you can focus on what truly matters: leading your organization and making a lasting impact.
SERVICE 01
Vision Fuel:
Grant Consulting
Full-Service Package
Typical Client: Organizations with small staff but ready to make a BIG impact by securing funding to grow. Perfect for those needing fundraising staff but not ready to make a full-time employee investment.
Are you ready to fuel your non-profit's vision and amplify your impact?
Introducing Vision Fuel, my all-inclusive grant writing package designed to propel your organization's mission forward.
What is Vision Fuel?
Vision Fuel is more than just a service; it's a partnership. It's a comprehensive package that includes access to a seasoned grant writer, exhaustive research, and custom proposals tailored to secure the grants your non-profit needs to thrive.
What's Included:
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Professional Grant Writer: I am an experienced grant writer that understands the nuances of the non-profit sector and knows how to craft compelling narratives that resonate with funders.
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Thorough Research: I leave no stone unturned. I have top-notched technology that assists me in conducting comprehensive research to identify grant opportunities that align with your organization's mission and goals.
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Custom Story Narratives & Proposals: I don't believe in one-size-fits-all. Each proposal we develop is customized to your organization, showcasing your unique strengths and vision to potential funders.
Benefits of Vision Fuel:
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Win More Grants: With Vision Fuel, you're not just buying a service; you're investing in your non-profit's future. My clients have seen a significant increase in grant approvals, fueling their growth and impact.
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Save Time & Resources: Let CCC do the heavy lifting so you can focus on serving your community.
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Increase Your Impact: More funding means more resources to drive your mission forward and make a greater impact on the communities you serve.
Keep your dreams within reach. Let me partner with you to empower your organization to create the change you want to see in the world.
SERVICES 02
Custom Services:
Non-Profit Management: Executive Director Leadership and Training
Typical Client: A great fit if you are a new Executive Director who wants some practical coaching with a fundraising perspective, a board chair going through a new ED search and is unsure of what the organization needs next, or even for Executives who are afraid to ask for money.
Customizable Options:
⤍ One-on-One Non-Profit Leadership Development for NEW Executive Directors: Are you a new(ish) ED who needs help figuring out what you don't know yet? Are you an existing ED who feels a tad stuck and could use another set of eyes to troubleshoot a handful of issues?
My one-on-one coaching is designed to equip you (the Executive Director) with the tools and techniques to lead confidently and positively. I provide leaders with practical knowledge and experience in critical areas such as financial statements, budget planning, team leadership, getting to know your board, and donor relations/stewardship. ED Leadership sessions are available per quarter (90 days) and then in sets of four as needed; the first visit is complimentary and is an assessment of need only. Pricing is tailored per organization.
⤍ Audacious Askers Coaching: Are you an Executive Director/Development Director afraid to ask for money? Are you secretly nervous that your board will discover you don't know how to read your financial statements or create a budget? Do you not quite understand cash flow? Let's chat! One-on-one sessions are available in sets of four; the first visit is complimentary and is an assessment of need only.
"Christine's superpower is her ability to develop high-functioning leaders. She has a way of guiding you through problems and roadblocks and presenting solutions in a way that feels attainable instead of overwhelming." - LaQuiera Gantt, Alliance for Women and Children.
SERVICES 03
Grant-Writing Custom Services:
Looking for something specific for your organization?
Typical Client: A great fit if you are just getting started submitting grants, need to take a closer look at your grants or funding strategy overall, or need someone to do all the heavy lifting. These options allow you to pick and choose what's best for your grant writing needs.
Customizable Options:
⤍ Grant Writing Services: With my Grant Writing Services, I don't just write letters of intent and grant applications; I craft compelling narratives that capture your organization's vision, passion, and potential. Then I meticulously develop detailed budgets that showcase your project's feasibility and sustainability. But what truly sets me apart is my background as an executive director and business owner giving me the ability to speak the language of funders. I understand the intricacies of the grant application process and leverage my expertise to increase your chances of success.
⤍ Grant Research: The Grant Research Service is here to assist you by researching potential funders and reviewing your request, ensuring your proposals align with the funder’s guidelines. Trust CCC to provide in-depth and quality research for an extensive range of fundraisers. With my help, you can increase your chances of securing the funding needed to achieve your goals.
⤍ Grant Funding Strategy: My Grant Funding Strategy is a planned approach that aims to align the organization's mission and projects with the RIGHT funding sources, which increases the chances of successful grant applications and sustainable financial support.
⤍ Single Narrative Creation:
The grant single narrative is your chance to tell a heartfelt, inspiring story about your project. It's where you convey what you want to do and why it matters - to you, your community, and the world. Let me craft a compelling, cohesive story for your grant proposal.
Tell me more about your next project, or make a custom request. I’m ready to make your vision a reality together.
How the process looks
Here's how a new project usually goes.
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Discovery call or
zoom session
Book a consultation with me by clicking the button below and I will respond with meeting details.
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Mapping out the
project scope
Once, we both decide we are a good fit for one another, I will work with the designated lead to derive a scope of project.
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Starting the project and implementing the plan
Once project scope is complete, I will start the process while scheduling periodic update meetings along the way
FAQS
Do you guarantee your work?
If you choose to bundle services, I am open to a guarantee for some services.
Do you get paid a commission?
I do not take a commission on awarded grants; you must have the funds to pay for services.
Do you charge a flat fee?
Services are based on your organizational needs and are value-based, which means a flat fee for specified deliverables.
Client Audacious Asks & WINS!
Project Type: Grant Consulting Retainer
"Working with Christine has truly ELAVATED our fundraising!
...One of the most impactful grants Christine has helped our organization secure was the new furniture for our original homes."
She dives in and gets to know the heart and purpose behind your organization and utilizes that understanding to emphasize the magnitude of your requests. Conveying intention and the heart of the organization can get lost in all the formalities and numbers. Christine’s intricate and intimate knowledge of both the grant writing processes and her clients allow her to effectively communicate that information to funders.
One of the most impactful grants Christine has helped our organization secure was the new furniture for our original homes. We are a nonprofit that provides group home services for adults with intellectual disabilities. Our original campus homes were built over 20 years ago and still had the original furniture. Long overdue to be replaced, we sought Christine’s help. The pure joy and excitement it brought our folks to see the cozy upgrades Christine’s services produced was absolutely priceless. Christine provides an invaluable service and we cannot recommend her highly enough.
-Kassie Elliott
Director of Finance, Disability Resources, Inc.
Project Type: Non-profit Leadership
"She continually thinks outside the box, going above and beyond what one might expect."
I have had the great honor of working with Christine on a
number of projects. Christine and I met when she was the Executive Director of a board on which I served (later serving as president ) I additionally worked with her on another project recently. I had such success, we teamed up again for the second time since serving together on the first board. Her dedication, her professionalism and her organization are unlike that of anyone I know.
I have witnessed her navigate difficult situations with ease.
She continually thinks outside the box, going above and beyond what one might expect. I consider her a mentor and friend. Any organization should consider themselves lucky to have her in their corner. I can confidently say she is the gold standard in her field.
-Tiffany Lamb
Past Board Chair of Abilene Education Foundation and Community Advocate
Project Type: Executive Director Mentorship & Training
Christine's SUPER-POWER is her ability to develop high functioning leaders."
I have gained a lot of invaluable professional insight from working with Christine for the past ten years. She has provided me with tools such as grant writing, financial management, and evaluating my overall leadership style. Christine's super-power is her ability to develop high functioning leaders. She has a way of guiding you through problems or roadblocks and presenting solutions in such a way that it feels attainable instead of overwhelming. She truly has a heartfelt approach to helping EDs succeed as they look to take their careers to the next level. In the world of non-profit leadership, you can not find a more impactful and supportive person than Christine Curtis-Carr.