Reading and writing have been a part of Brie’s life for as long as she can remember. An avid reader from an early age, she eventually turned that interest into an undergrad degree in technical writing and a bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Bushnell University, with a focus in business, communications, and psychology. She considers herself a curious lifelong learner who enjoys digging into new ideas, asking good questions, and clearly communicating the stories behind important work to the people investing in it.

 

Before joining Just Look Left, Brie spent many years in nonprofit leadership and has been writing grants since 2019. Her experience goes well beyond writing the grant itself. She has helped develop programs, build funding strategies, manage grants from research through reporting, and create the data and outcomes needed to show a program is actually making a difference. She believes the strongest funding partnerships are built on genuine relationships and a shared belief in the work. For Brie, that means connecting organizations with funders whose priorities align with their mission and nurturing those relationships over time. Because she has been on the nonprofit side of the table, Brie understands that a strong proposal has to do more than tell a good story. It has to connect the mission, the need, the data, and the funder’s priorities. Brie believes the best part of grant writing is simple: helping good people do more good.

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Outside of work, Brie is happiest exploring Central Oregon with her husband and three kids, hiking, camping, paddleboarding, or finding any excuse to be outside. She grew up competitively riding horses, which left her with a lasting soft spot for rural communities and the organizations that help them thrive.