Turn your mission into a clear grant proposal.
Customized proposals, funder research and practical tools for nonprofits pursuing private foundation and corporate grants.
Offered by Cheryl Smith, CEO of Dewlyn Nonprofit Services and professional grant-writer.
Clarify your program
Prepare your materials
Plan your next steps
Choose the support that fits your goals.
Every package includes a reusable grant proposal, practical templates and guidance. Higher tiers add consultation time, funder research and supporting documents.
Basic
- Organizational History
- Statement of Need
- Program Description
- Target Population
- Goals and Objectives
- Measurement and Evaluation
- Sustainability Plan
- Reference Page (APA)
- Grant Calendar
- Statement of Donor Contributions
- Board List
- Letter of Inquiry
- Corporate Sponsorship Request
- Operational Budget
- Program Budget
- Permission to Use Image
- Government Endorsement Request
- Community Partnership Request
Standard
- Partner Support Letter Request
- Sample Support Letter
- Donation Receipt
- Testimonial Request
- Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
Premium
- Marketing Outreach Strategy
- Volunteer Agreement
- Non-Discrimination Policy
- Scale-up Budget
- Budget Narrative
- Program Implementation Schedule
- Grant Cover Sheet
Enterprise
- Theory of Change
- Abstract
- Letter of Thanks
- Risk Assessment
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Policy
- Annual Impact Report
- Funder Social Return on Investment Cost Analysis
- Suggested Partners (with contacts)
Every proposal is evergreen. You can use it for multiple grant applications.
Packages are prepared for private foundation proposals. Online applications are prepared for your review and submission. Submitting on your behalf, government grant-writing and international grant-writing require a separate written agreement.
A clear story. Useful tools. Personal guidance.
Your proposal narrative
Organizational history, statement of need, program description, population, goals, evaluation, sustainability and references.
Your working documents
Operational and program budgets, a grant calendar, common grant responses, and customized LOI and sponsorship templates.
Your guidance
Private consultation time, a grant instruction and resource guide, and a tutorial after your final proposal is delivered.
Already have a proposal?
Ask about separately scoped grant submission support. Government and international grant-writing also require a separate agreement.
Three steps to get started
Schedule a Discovery Call
Discuss Your Needs
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A few helpful answers
What does Dewlyn’s grant-writing service include?
Dewlyn Nonprofit Services prepares a customized grant proposal for private foundation and corporate funders. Each package includes the proposal narrative, operational and program budgets, a grant calendar, common grant application responses, letter of inquiry and sponsorship templates, a list of mission-aligned funders, and private consultation time with Cheryl Smith.
How much does grant-writing cost at Dewlyn?
Grant-writing packages are Basic $999, Standard $1,999, Premium $2,999 and Enterprise $3,999. International grant proposals are $3,600. Small business grant-writing is $1,250. Government grant-writing and submission starts at $3,200.
Can I use the proposal more than once?
Yes. It is designed for use across multiple applications. Tailor it to each funder’s requirements.
Will Dewlyn submit my applications?
Package applications are prepared for you to review and submit. Limited submission support is offered based on your selected package. Ongoing submissions are separately agreed. Grant submissions for private foundation funding are $90 to $500 per application, depending on complexity.
Can the proposal be used to apply for federal grants?
Our proposals are prepared for private foundation funding. Some content, such as program narratives and budgets, can be adapted for federal applications. However, federal grants usually require answers to a specific set of questions for each funding opportunity, so we offer government grant-writing as a separate service.
Do you have expertise in my nonprofit’s category?
Cheryl Smith has worked with a wide range of nonprofit categories, including veterans, homelessness, youth, animal rescue, and arts and culture. While every organization has unique goals, the process of preparing for and securing funding is the same. Cheryl tailors each proposal to present your organization’s strengths and impact.
How do payment plans and timing work?
We confirm your payment schedule and project milestones in your agreement before work begins.
Where are meetings held?
Meetings are held on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday via Zoom. You are welcome to invite your board or volunteers.
Does a grant-writing package guarantee funding?
No. Award decisions belong to the funder. Our service prepares your proposal and agreed supporting materials.
Cheryl Smith, CEO of Dewlyn Nonprofit Services
Cheryl Smith is a national trainer, grant-writer, author and consultant with 25 years of industry experience. She is a federal and foundation grant-writer with over a 95% success rate, and she trains over 3,000 leaders each year. Since 2017, Dewlyn Nonprofit Services has helped small nonprofits and business owners prepare for funding.
More about Cheryl →Nonprofit leaders we’ve helped fund their missions
“Zenith is the word that comes to my mind when I think of the value of Dewlyn Nonprofit Services – Ms. Cheryl Smith. For my organization – a newly formed nonprofit who’s focus is on reducing and preventing gun violence in our communities, we found her services invaluable. The word zenith means, in this context, a time when something or someone is at their most powerful or successful state of being. This is what Cheryl Smith is (a Zenith); and what she has provided for me and my organization!”
“Cheryl’s expertise and dedication has yielded outstanding results for our organization. Thanks to her exceptional grant writing skills, our organization was able to secure significant federal grants that enabled us to expand our programs and make a greater impact in our community. Cheryl's grant writer's efforts have undoubtedly propelled our organization forward, and we are incredibly grateful for her invaluable contribution.”
“I first learn about Mrs. Cheryl Smith through a chance online Score webinar. I knew after speaking to her that the grant writing service was what we were missing to go forward! I am so thankful, and I look forward to many more times to collaborate and to garner the necessary tools to successfully get our nonprofit funded.”
“Working directly with Ms. Cheryl was a real blessing and I really appreciate her time and thought that she put in to preparing the grant proposal. The proposal articulated our mission, vision, and core values in a way that I had not been personally able to put into the specific and needed detail that she presented. I would highly recommend any nonprofit starting out to connect with Dewlyn Nonprofit Services. The service, the time, and the detail does not match the value that you truly receive for this proposal package. Thank you Dewlyn Nonprofit Services and a special thank you to Ms. Cheryl. I truly wish that I could clone you within our organization.”
“Working with Cheryl was an absolute pleasure! She is delightful, patient, informative, and incredibly knowledgeable. Her passion for her work and her genuine desire to see her clients succeed are truly inspiring. Cheryl's enthusiasm builds self-confidence and keeps you motivated, even when doubt creeps in. She has a way of making every interaction uplifting and positive, which made my experience with her unforgettable. I couldn’t recommend her more highly!”
“I am very pleased with their service. My nonprofit has moved to a new level after working with Cheryl. I would highly recommend the company.”
“Dewlyn Nonprofit Services helped me establish my nonprofit organization and prepare a grant proposal for me. This has been a great investment! I have learned so much. With the flow of information and tools it has been an excellent journey. Thank you!”
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