Grant Writing and Funding Research

At Sandpiper Evaluation Associates (SEA), we provide expert grant writing and funding research services designed to help organizations secure the resources they need to thrive. Whether you’re pursuing a large-scale federal initiative, a state-funded program, or a local foundation grant, our team brings the experience and insight necessary to navigate the entire funding process from start to finish.

Our approach begins with assessing whether your organization is truly grant ready. We’ll evaluate your program structure, goals, and available data to ensure you’re in the strongest possible position to apply for funding. From there, we collaborate closely with your team to develop a compelling, well-researched proposal that aligns with the mission and priorities of your target funders.

We specialize in identifying grant opportunities that match your vision—taking the guesswork out of where to apply. Our funding research digs deep into current databases, foundation priorities, government funding streams, and philanthropic trends to ensure a strategic match. Once we’ve identified the right opportunities, we provide the writing, editing, and technical support needed to produce a high-quality submission.

How we do it

  • Design and write a compelling grant proposal
  • Strengthen specific parts of your proposal, such as the evaluation or measurement section
  • Assist teachers and staff to get funding for smaller projects
  • Make certain that your organization is grant-ready
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Get Ready

Assess your organization’s readiness to apply for a grant. Optimize your time and budget by nailing this step before you even think about writing!
  • Action plan to develop grant readiness
  • Case Statement

Find A Perfect Match

Identify and screen local, state, national and corporate funders to find those who want to support your work.
  • Prospect list of screened funding opportunities

Craft a powerful & persuasive proposal

Develop a clear, concise grant product that includes: budget; problem statement and need; supportive data; project design and implementation description; review of relevant evidence-based research; timeline; sustainability plan; evaluation and measurement; and partnership supports.
  • Grant proposal
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SEA in Action

SEA has helped nonprofits secure millions of dollars in federal, state and local funding.

An SEA proposal resulted in recognition of a local charter school by the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics.

SEA helped a local foundation get support to expand mindfulness programming in Allentown School District. To learn more, contact us today.