Grant Writing Writer

CARRIE ROBERTS

***** ****** ****, *****, ***** CA 805-***-**** ******.*******.*******@*****.***

Summary

Results-driven grant writing and fundraising expert with a track record of securing over $80M in funding for nonprofits and government entities. Skilled in proposal development, donor relations, and program evaluation. Adept at training leaders, driving strategic growth, and ensuring compliance. Passionate about empowering organizations through impactful fundraising strategies, strong stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making to maximize funding success and mission impact.

Skills

Grant writing & proposal development

Fundraising & donor relations

Budget management

Program evaluation

Research & data analysis

Government & foundation grants

Strategic planning

Leadership & teamwork

Communication

Relationship building

Training & mentoring

Attention to detail

Experience

Owner 01/1997 to Current

Carrie Roberts, PhD (ABD)

Secured over $80M in funding from federal, state, local, foundation, and corporate sources

Developed and submitted 500+ grant proposals, achieving a 75% success rate

Conducted 100+ training sessions on grant writing, fundraising, and board development

Provided technical assistance to nonprofits, universities, and government agencies

Evaluated and reported on grant-funded programs to ensure compliance and impact

Grants Writer 01/2023 to 01/2024

Circle the City

Secured $5M+ in funding through federal, state, and private grants

Managed the full grant lifecycle, from research to post-award reporting

Developed compelling proposals aligned with organizational priorities

Strengthened relationships with funding agencies and corporate partners

Tracked grant performance metrics, increasing renewal rates by 30%

Senior Grant Writer 01/2004 to 01/2006

University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB)

Led grant proposal development, securing $10M+ for academic and research initiatives

Collaborated with faculty and program officers to define funding strategies

Improved proposal approval rates by 40% through strategic storytelling and data integration

Conducted grant writing workshops for faculty and research staff

Designed performance evaluation frameworks for funded projects

Program Officer 01/1998 to 01/2000

Flintridge Foundation

Managed $15M+ in grant disbursements for community development initiatives

Evaluated 200+ grant applications, ensuring alignment with foundation priorities

Developed impact assessment frameworks to measure funding effectiveness

Facilitated nonprofit capacity-building workshops, improving grant compliance rates

Strengthened partnerships with grantees to enhance project sustainability

Administrative Director 01/1997 to 01/1998

Skid Row Housing Trust

Oversaw $8M+ in housing development grants, increasing affordable housing availability

Managed a team of 10+ staff and volunteers, ensuring program efficiency

Implemented grant-funded initiatives that improved housing services for 500+ residents

Established policies and procedures to enhance financial accountability

Developed strategic fundraising campaigns, increasing donor contributions by 25%

Resource Development Manager 01/1996 to 01/1997

LAFHC

Secured over $10M in grant funding to support housing and community development projects

Developed donor engagement strategies, increasing individual contributions by 20%

Coordinated fundraising events that raised over $500K annually

Managed grant reporting and compliance, ensuring 100% adherence to funding guidelines

Led a team of development associates, improving overall fundraising efficiency

Resource Development Manager 01/1995 to 01/1996

CFAAC

Spearheaded fundraising efforts, securing $2.5M+ in grants and private donations

Developed corporate sponsorship programs, increasing partnerships by 30%

Managed program budgets, optimizing resource allocation to maximize impact

Conducted donor outreach campaigns, boosting recurring contributions by 15%

Implemented grant tracking systems to improve reporting accuracy

Grant Writer 01/1991 to 01/1995

Victoria Transition House

Secured $4M+ in grants to fund domestic violence support programs

Developed compelling grant proposals, achieving an 80% approval rate

Strengthened relationships with government agencies, securing long-term funding

Managed grant compliance and reporting, ensuring program sustainability

Conducted training sessions for staff on effective grant writing techniques

Education and Training

PhD (ABD): Public Administration & Public Policy, Concentration in Nonprofit Management 04/2025

Walden University

Master of Arts: Public Administration

Walden University

Bachelor of Arts: Sociology

California State University, San Bernardino

Technical Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Grant Management Systems (eCivis, Grants.gov, Foundation Directory)

Data Analysis & Reporting Tools

Additional Training Affiliations

Faculty Member, Center for Nonprofit Management

Trainer, City of Los Angeles Department of Community Development

Member, Grant Professionals Association

Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)

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