At Original Clay Grants, grant writing is more than a service. It is a way to shift power, reclaim space, and move funding into the hands of those creating change. We write with purpose and strategy, always grounded in culture and community.
We serve Native and BIPOC-led organizations, creatives, and nonprofits that are building a better future. Our work supports long-term sustainability, clear planning, and stronger access to resources.
We offer flexible options that include flat-rate projects, monthly retainers, and custom contracts. We are here to support your vision and walk alongside your mission every step of the way.
Full-Service Grant Writing
Complete proposal development for federal, foundation, corporate, and local grants, including narratives, budgets, logic models, attachments, and submission.
Grant Prospect Research (Grant Watch)
Ongoing monitoring and customized alerts for aligned grant opportunities in your sector. Delivered monthly or quarterly with recommendations.
Grant Calendar & Pipeline Creation
A comprehensive 12-month funding calendar with priority deadlines, eligibility summaries, and strategy timelines.
Fundability Assessment
One-time or recurring evaluation of your organization’s readiness, including review of financials, data capacity, mission alignment, and competitiveness.
Post-Award Grant Management
Support with compliance, tracking grant deliverables, narrative and financial reporting, and funder communication.
Budget Design & Grant Budgeting Services
Detailed and compliant grant budgets that align with organizational financials, funder expectations, and your actual program costs.
Data & Metrics Support
Assistance collecting, formatting, and presenting outcome data for grant applications and reporting. We work directly with your data staff if needed.
Systems Development & Capacity Building
Build or strengthen internal systems for grant tracking, reporting, and document management. Includes templates, SOPs, and onboarding tools.
Monthly Retainers
Ongoing support that includes a set number of grants per month, grant watching, updates to your calendar, and on-demand consulting.
Contract Grant Services for Agencies
Competitive contract-based grant writing and management services for government entities, school districts, and community-based organizations.
Interim Grant Manager
Temporary placement of a senior grant writer or grants manager to fill staffing gaps or transition periods.
Grants for Filmmakers & Artists
We specialize in writing for Native and BIPOC filmmakers and creatives, including fellowships, residencies, production grants, and public art commissions.
Storytelling-Based Proposals
Narrative development rooted in cultural humility and lived experience to uplift the voices of your community.
To do our best work, we’ll need:
Ideal for organizations seeking one-time support or first-time collaborations.
Service | Rate |
|---|---|
Full Grant Proposal (foundation) | $2,000 – $3,500 |
Government Grant (state/federal) | $4,500 – $8,000+ |
Grant Prospect Research (1 report) | $500 |
Grant Calendar (12-month) | $1,200 |
Budget Design + Narrative | $750 – $1,200 |
Grant Review/Edit Only | $500 – $1,000 |
Fundability Assessment | $1,000 |
Post-Award Reporting Support | $500 – $1,200 per report |
Storytelling-Based Artist Proposal | $1,500 – $2,500 |
Best for organizations that apply for multiple grants throughout the year or need ongoing support.
Package | Includes | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|---|
Starter Retainer | 1 proposal/month + 1 grant alert report | $2,000 |
Growth Retainer | 2 proposals/month + research + reporting support | $3,500 |
Premier Retainer | Up to 4 proposals/month + strategy + reporting + consulting | $5,500+ |
We provide grant contracting services for agencies, coalitions, schools, and nonprofits with larger scopes of work.