Full-Service Grant Consulting for Nonprofits
A dedicated partner to manage your entire grant strategy, so you can focus on leading your organization
Looking for a grant expert on your team? We’ve got you covered!
Our monthly grant consulting support gives you the whole package: strategy, structure, funder stewardship, stellar grant writing and more… on repeat! With Just Look Left as your trusted partner, your organization stays grant-ready year-round with an up-to-date list of opportunities, a thoughtful submission plan, and expert writers crafting strong, compelling proposals that bring in consistent funding.
Why Choose a Full Retainer?
For most nonprofits, a full-service grant consulting retainer is the best way to build sustainable funding. Instead of scrambling for deadlines or juggling multiple consultants, you gain a trusted partner who manages the entire process.
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Consistency: Keep a steady pipeline of opportunities flowing all year long.
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Strategy: Align every application with your mission and long-term goals.
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Capacity: Expand your team without hiring new staff.
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Expertise: Access a full team of writers, researchers, and strategists.
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Confidence: Never miss an opportunity or deadline because every grant is tracked, vetted, and managed.
With ongoing grant writing support, your organization can scale impact with less stress.
How It Works: Getting Started
1. Learn
We start by learning about your mission, funding goals, and current grant approach.
2. Audit & Strategize
Whether or not you already have a grant calendar, we’ll ensure you leave with a 12–18 month funding roadmap to guide your efforts.
3. Integration
We assign you a Lead Grant Writer who manages your projects and serves as your main point of contact.
What’s Included in a Full Retainer
With Just Look Left, you’re not just hiring a writer, you’re gaining a team. Our monthly contract packages are designed to take the grant load off your plate, so you can stay focused on what matters most: your mission and the people you serve. Let us handle everything for you, including:
Grant Calendar Management
Continuous research and updates to keep your 12–18 month funding strategy current and effective.
Proposal Development
Drafting, reviewing, and submitting high-quality applications. You always get a final review before submission.
Funder Outreach Support
Introductory email templates and one-on-one coaching to help you start conversations with funders and build lasting relationships.
Dedicated Team
Support
Strategic guidance to help you navigate complex funding landscapes and prepare for new opportunities.
Monthly Strategy Touchpoints
Regular check-ins to align on upcoming projects, refine strategy, and ensure everyone is on the same page.
Grant Compliance &
Reporting
After you win (🎉), our team tracks reporting deadlines and works with you to meet funder requirements.
Monthly Retainer Packages start at $5,000/month with a six-month minimum commitment.
Our Full Service Grant Consulting package is our bread and butter: comprehensive, strategic, and designed to make your life easier. Offered on a monthly retainer basis, our expert team becomes an extension of your staff, guiding you through every phase of the grant lifecycle — from planning and prospecting to submission, reporting, and relationship-building.
End-to-end Grant Management
What Makes Us Different
Most consultants work solo. At Just Look Left, every client benefits from the perspective of our entire team. While you’ll have a dedicated Lead Grant Writer managing the day-to-day, each proposal and calendar is reviewed by multiple strategists to maximize your chances of success.
We don’t just write. We partner with you to build a funding strategy that lasts.
Results That Speak
$5M+
Total funds raised for nonprofit clients in 2024
57%
Average success rate for grant applications
(Industry average is ~10%)
8x
Average ROI our clients see on their investment in our services
Free Grant Readiness Checklist
Get our Grant Readiness Checklist with the most frequently requested documents from funders.