Professional Grant Writing Services

ALLY FOR ALL YOUR GRANT NEEDS
Private Foundations - State - Federal

ABOUT US

About

At GrantAlly, we understand the true worth of both time and money – your time and your financial resources. We recognize that the hours you invest in researching and crafting grants for your organization could be better spent making a meaningful impact on the causes you hold close to your heart. In addition to grant writing, we offer tried-and-tested solutions to propel your mission forward through fundraising initiatives and tailored strategies for individual donations. Our unwavering dedication is firmly rooted in your cause and the preservation of your precious time.

Furthermore, by partnering with GrantAlly, you can bypass the expenses and stresses associated with hiring an in-house grant writer. Your vision becomes our mission as we join forces with you to draft and submit grants in support of your cause. Let's begin working diligently behind the scenes to provide the support you need.

What we bring to the table:

Achieve a minimum 600% ROI.
Identify funding from private, state, and federal sources.
Develop an annual grant plan.
Assist with program budgeting and financial strategy.
Provide weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress reports.
Write and edit 50+ grant proposals annually.
Facilitate funder connections for future relationships.
Collaborate with Program Directors to develop programs, gather data, and optimize impact.

OUR TEAM

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Lorna has been with GrantAlly since its inception in May 2020. She has been immersed in the nonprofit sector since she was seven years old when her parents worked with private educational institutions in Indiana. Lorna worked at multiple private colleges in Indiana and Ohio after graduation from college while teaching various students voice and piano lessons. She has always enjoyed writing and interacting with people for a good cause. So, she studied grant writing at the University of Cincinnati and is a member of the Grant Professionals Association. She and her husband both work from home. They have two sweet little girls, Priya Grace (6) and Ruchi Faith (4). Time outside of work is spent as a family outdoors, making music, cooking and baking, at church, or completing fun art and home improvement projects.

Nate Kennedy joined the GrantAlly Team in 2022. He has over seven years of experience working for non-profit educational institutions. He holds a BA in Intercultural Studies and World Missions (GBSC '15), and received high marks for his academic writing. Nate lives in Spencer, Indiana. He met the love of his life, Diane, in Cincinnati, OH, in 2012, and married her in 2013. Nate and Diane have three wonderful children: James (8), Daniel (6), and Dawnica (3). A guitarist for the past 20 years, Nate is also a professional music instructor with Kennedy Music, which he and Diane started in 2016 to provide private music lessons to students of all ages in NWA. He enjoys reading, playing guitar, and drinking good coffee.

After more than a decade in the nonprofit sector, Amit launched GrantAlly to serve other organizations as an integral grant writing support system. He worked at multiple Cincinnati nonprofits in marketing, development, community engagement, programming, and facility management. Before coming to Cincinnati, he was an international entrepreneur. He is a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and continually furthers his education at Purdue. Some of his favorite activities are dates with his wife, Lorna, spending time with his kids, volunteering, creating delicious meals in his home kitchen, and building community at his church.

Diane Kennedy joined the GrantAlly Team in 2023. She competed in essay writing in high school and received high marks for academic writing while working toward completing a BA in Intercultural Studies (GBSC, 2012). Diane was valedictorian of her graduating classes in both high school and college. She studied Grant Writing at the University of Cincinnati and spent five years in the non-profit education sector, with responsibilities in assessment, program management, and communication. She loves the outdoors, creating recipes, and lives in the country with her husband, three children, two dogs, and one cat.

Brooke Hubner joined the GrantAlly team in 2024. She graduated summa cum laude from Wheaton College in Norton, MA, with a double major in music and writing. Brooke then attended St. Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia on a Fulbright scholarship where she earned a Masters degree in Atlantic Canada Studies. Since then, her professional career has been spent in the nonprofit sector, where she has worn many hats and has done everything from writing grants to planning events for almost twenty years. She has had the privilege of serving on several boards, and currently resides in Florida with her two cats.

Brenda Perino joined the GrantAlly Team in 2025. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from Indiana State University in 2022 and has three grown children and seven grandchildren. Brenda dedicated over 20 years to teaching physical education and coaching four sports, during which she wrote grants to support her programs. In 2022, she transitioned to a full-time career as a grant professional and now enjoys helping organizations secure funding to make positive impacts in their communities. She has worked with nonprofits for over 14 years and is a member of the Grant Professionals Association. In 2023, The Community Foundation named Brenda as “2023 Southwest Florida’s Most Outstanding Grant Writer.” She grew up in Indiana and moved to Florida in 2011 where she now resides with her husband, Tony, and their golden retriever, Comet. Brenda enjoys spending time with Tony and Comet and looks forward to visiting with her grandchildren.

Tara Miller joined Grant Ally in 2025, bringing both experience and passion for nonprofit work. Tara’s journey began when she met her husband, Garrett, during their time in the Navy while stationed in Yokosuka, Japan. After their service, Tara, Garrett, and their two daughters settled in the DFW area, where they’ve made a home and become deeply connected to the community. Tara graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of North Texas with a bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Leadership. She has since cultivated her passion for supporting children and families through her work in the nonprofit sector. With five years of grant writing experience, Tara is committed to helping organizations secure the resources they need to make a lasting impact. Tara is actively involved in her church community and loves spending long weekends at the lake with her family. She’s also the proud owner of two dogs, Duck and Goose, who always keep things fun. Tara is excited to continue her work at Grant Ally, helping nonprofits fulfill their missions and make a difference in the world.