FAQs

Is Lightmaker a good fit for our organization?

We are one of the only agencies in the country specializing in grant writing and strategy for education, youth, and workforce development organizations. We occasionally work with clients in other sectors that are well aligned with our mission. Typically, nonprofits that work with us have their 501(c)3 status and annual budgets of at least $500K. If your organization meets these criteria and has strong programs, clear outcomes, and a desire to grow your grant funding strategically, we’re likely a great match.

What types of clients do you serve?

We partner with:

  • K–12 schools and districts

  • Youth-serving nonprofits

  • Workforce development organizations

  • Higher education institutions

  • Government agencies

Our clients are committed to equity, measurable impact, and building sustainable systems.

What services do you offer?

We currently offer:

  • Grant writing and reporting

  • Strategic funding plans

  • Funder prospecting and research

  • Board and staff training

Stay tuned for our upcoming workshops!

Can you help us find grants or just write them?

Both, if you need it. We conduct customized funder research using pro-level databases like Instrumentl. Then we map out a strategic 6–12 month plan based on your goals and bandwidth. No guessing, no wasted time.

Can you guarantee we will win grant funding?

No one can. Funding decisions rest with the funder—but we can promise honest guidance, thoughtful strategy, and well-written proposals aligned with best-fit opportunities. That’s how our clients have raised over $3.5 million in the past year alone.