Get the funding you deserve — without burning out your team
You’re leading an organization that’s changing lives. But chasing grants can be a full-time job on top of the one you already have. Ascend Consulting is the expert partner that changes that.
The Problem
Grant funding is within reach — but the path is rarely clear.
Most organizations have the mission. They have the need. What they’re missing is the time, expertise, and bandwidth to turn that potential into awarded funding.
Senior Leaders Shouldn’t Be Writing Grants
Your executive team is spending countless hours writing applications, researching opportunities, and navigating complex government systems. That is not sustainable — and it’s not how you should be spending your time.
The Landscape is Overwhelming
Federal, VOCA, state, and private foundation grants each come with distinct requirements, portals, and compliance demands. Without a dedicated expert, critical opportunities slip through the cracks.
Missed Grants = Missed Mission
Every unfunded application is more than a lost dollar amount. It’s the people you couldn’t serve, the programs you couldn’t launch, the community impact left on the table.
Meet Your Guide
We’ve navigated this world from the inside.
Ascend isn’t a team of generalists. We’re former foundation executives, federal grant officers, and seasoned RFP specialists who know how to speak the language of funders — and how to win.
Secured more than $10M in grant funding for clients in 2024 alone
Senior-level experience at the U.S. Department of Justice and federal agencies
Former foundation executives and federal grant officers on our team
Successful track record across federal, VOCA, state, and private foundation grants
Concierge-level service — we become an extension of your team, not just a vendor
“Working with Ascend on our grants was a great experience for our staff and organization. They are an excellent company with exceptional staff who provide high quality service.”
Alfred Lomas, Executive Director
Inner City Visions | 2021 California Nonprofit of the Year
How it Works
A clear path to funded.
We handle the complexity so you can stay focused on what you do best. Here’s how we get you there.
01
Connect with Ascend
We’ll learn your mission, goals, and funding needs — and identify the right opportunities your organization is best positioned to win.
02
Choose Your Service Model
Whether you need one-time grant writing support or an ongoing monthly partnership, we tailor our engagement to fit exactly where you are.
03
Let Us Handle the Heavy Lifting
We manage the research, writing, submission, and reporting — while you stay focused on your mission and the people you serve.
Our Services Include
Federal Grant Writing
Private Foundation, State & Local Grant Writing
Monthly Subscription-Based Grant Writing
Grant Research & Opportunity Scouting
Ongoing Grant Management & Compliance
Who We Serve
Built for organizations doing consequential work.
From frontline nonprofits to federal pass-through agencies, we bring the same rigor and dedication to every client we partner with.
Take the Next Step
Stop chasing funds. Start scaling your impact.
Nonprofits shouldn’t have to choose between advancing their mission and securing the funding to keep it alive. You deserve expert support that lightens the load and delivers results.