Lush forest garden

Grant writing and strategic fundraising planning for conservation initiatives, farms, non-profits, and climate technology innovators.

“I am passionate about supporting people who are working on land-based solutions to climate change and building resilient communities. I do this by helping them find and secure non-dilutive funding — including government awards, foundation grants, and loans. Just as important, I provide founders and start-ups with guidance and coaching to develop strategic fundraising plans that make the best use of limited staff time and money. My work is guided by the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and Project Drawdown principles.”

Matt Grason

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grantwriter and strategic fundraising consultant

Services

  • Grant writing
  • Funder research
  • Application compliance reviews
  • Project scoping and planning
  • Strategic approach to funding opportunities
  • Fundraising program coaching

Focuses

  • Agroforestry
  • Climate-smart agriculture
  • Resilient food systems
  • Food security
  • Climate justice
  • Climate technology
  • Clean energy

Funding opportunities

  • USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)
  • USDA Agricultural Marketing Services (AMS)
  • Rural Development Value-Added Producer (VAPG)
  • Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education (SARE)
  • State and county departments of agriculture
  • Chesapeake Bay restoration programs
  • Maryland state (MARBIDCO)

Clients

  • Non-profit organizations
  • Climate technology innovators
  • Conservation initiatives
  • Farms
  • Vineyards
  • Cideries
  • Value-added producers