Transparent Grant Writing Pricing

At Connor Resource Associates, Inc., we believe in transparent, flexible, and affordable pricing for grant writing and strategic support. Our services help nonprofits, schools, community organizations, and small businesses of all sizes understand exactly what to expect.

Grant Writing Packages

Our fees reflect the time, expertise, research, and strategic planning required to produce competitive, funder-ready proposals. Pricing varies based on project size, complexity, required research, and deadlines. Below is a general range of our most common grant writing services.

Service Description Price Range
Grant proposal writing (Foundation) Comprehensive grant writing services for foundation grants $3,000 - $15,000+
Grant proposal writing (State/Federal) Comprehensive grant writing services for state and federal grants $5,000 - $30,000+
Grant research Identifying grant opportunities that fit your organization's mission $500 - $2,500
Letter of Inquiry (LOI) Drafting a compelling letter of inquiry to introduce your project to funders $1,000 - $3,000
Case Statement Development Creating a compelling case for support $2,500 - $7,500

Note: Prices are estimates and may vary based on project scope. We do not charge contingency fees.

Additional Services

Grant Readiness Assessment

$350 – $1,200
A full review of organizational documents, budgets, readiness, capacity, and eligibility for funding.

Program Development & Logic Models

$750 – $5,000
Includes program structure, goals, measurable outcomes, logic model, and funder-aligned design.

Strategic Planning (1–3 Years)

$2,500 – $12,500
Includes organizational assessments, stakeholder sessions, planning reports, and funding strategy integration.

 

Funding Strategy & Multi-Year Planning

$950 – $7,500
Includes multi-year grant calendar, funding pipeline design, research, and sustainability planning.

Editing & Revision Packages

$250 – $1,500
Professional review and strengthening of existing proposals.

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

(Pricing varies by project size, scope, and complexity.)

Enhance your grant writing or strategic planning package with customized add-on services designed to strengthen your funding capacity and improve organizational readiness. These optional services can be added to any project:

  • Funder research lists – curated lists of qualified grant opportunities

  • Evaluation plans – outcomes, indicators, and performance measurement tools

  • Budget development – program budgets, multi-year budgets, and federal-format budgets

  • Board training on grants – grant readiness, fundraising, and compliance workshops

  • Compliance checks – review of requirements, attachments, and eligibility criteria

  • Reporting & tracking tools – funder reporting templates and tracking systems

  • Attachments & documentation – preparation of required forms, letters, and supporting materials

  • Grant calendar creation – annual or multi-year calendar of deadlines and opportunities

Add-on pricing is provided during your consultation to ensure accurate, customized estimates based on your organization's needs.

 

Ongoing Monthly Support (Retainers)

Flexible monthly packages for organizations that need consistent support.

Starter Retainer

$350 – $1,000 / month
Perfect for early-stage or smaller nonprofits that need light but steady support.

Includes:

  • 1–2 grants per month

  • Light research and guidance

  • Emails + monthly check-ins

  • Basic edits or updates

Standard Retainer

$1,000 – $3,500 / month
Designed for organizations with regular grant activity or multiple programs.

Includes:

  • Multiple grants each month

  • Grant research + funder alignment

  • Ongoing editing and narrative development

  • Strategy calls and planning sessions

  • Monthly performance tracking

Executive Retainer

$4,000+ / month
Best for large or fast-growing organizations with high-volume grant activity.

Includes:

  • Full-service grant writing + program development

  • Federal/state grant preparation

  • Multi-year funding strategy

  • Reporting and compliance support

  • Board/leadership consulting

  • Priority scheduling & rush turnaround

Note:
All retainer packages are customized based on scope, deadlines, and organizational needs. Most clients begin with a consultation to determine the best level of support.

Ready to get started?

Take the next step towards securing funding for your organization. Contact us for a custom quote or schedule a consultation to discuss your project and how we can help you achieve your funding goals.