Grant Capacity-Building and Training for Nonprofits

Strengthen Your Grants Strategy

Tailored Grant Support Training for Nonprofits

McAllister and Quinn’s Nonprofit grants team helps nonprofits navigate the complex world of foundation, state, and federal funding. With over $17 billion in grant funding secured for our clients, our results speak for themselves.

Every nonprofit is different. Whether your 501(c)(3) is just starting out or has years of experience seeking grants, our capacity-building and training services are designed to meet your organization where it is and help you grow from there.

Capacity-Building & Grant Training Services for Nonprofits

Through McAllister & Quinn’s capacity-building programs, our nonprofit grant consulting team helps nonprofits develop sustainable growth strategies, diversify their funding streams, and evaluate their internal grant-seeking culture, all with a clear focus on long-term grant success. We offer a range of services designed for organizations of all sizes and experience levels:
Customized Grants Readiness Program

Ideal for newer or smaller nonprofits. This 90-day program includes:   

  • Personalized one-on-one coaching 
  • A Comprehensive organizational analysis and action plan 
  • A curated list of grant opportunities aligned with your nonprofit’s mission and region 
Strategic Insights through SWOT Analysis

We will lead a structured analysis of your current grant-seeking process and identify your nonprofit’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. 

  • Identify internal strengths and areas for improvement 
  • Uncover external opportunities and potential risks 
  • Align your strategic goals with grant readiness 
Strategic Planning

We will facilitate an in-person planning retreat with your leadership team and board members. Then, we’ll deliver:

  • A tailored three-year strategic plan
  • Work with you to create a one-year implementation plan for your nonprofit.

Virtual and In-Person Grant Training for Nonprofits

McAllister & Quinn’s grant training solutions equip you to confidently write, submit, and manage grants, including Congressionally Directed Spending projects (earmarks). All of our training for nonprofits is live and instructor-led. Recognized experts lead sessions on competitive funding programs, grant writing, earmarks, and compliance.

Whether delivered virtually or in person (at your site or our Washington, DC learning center), each session is interactive and practical. Every training includes hands-on tools such as memos, sample proposals, and templates. We also keep you informed about the latest funding trends and strategies for nonprofit organizations.

Customized Training

Tailored sessions for individuals or teams focused on specific funders, the earmark process, or grant programs, including grant-writing skills development.

Fundraising Coaching

Personalized, one-on-one coaching for your development director and/or team to take your fundraising to another level. 

Nonprofit Grants Academy

A structured program to prepare your team to apply for federal, state, and foundation funding, as well as earmarks.

Post-Award Training

Learn how to manage awarded grants, including compliance, reporting, and financial stewardship.

Nonprofit Google Ad Grant Training Services

Learn how to access and manage up to $10,000 a month in free Google Ads for your nonprofit through the Google Ad Grant. This training covers:

    • Eligibility and application
    • Ad setup and management
    • Strategies to drive traffic and engagement