STRATEGIC GRANT CONSULTING
Stop chasing grants.
Your nonprofit needs you.
With so much work to do, grant writing keeps falling to the bottom of the list.
IMPACT Grantworks brings fresh strategy and donor-side experience to
help your nonprofit secure the funding you deserve.
Start winning them.
Fresh perspective.
Donor-side experience.
I'm Johnny Richardson, founder of IMPACT Grantworks.
I spent over a decade in corporate philanthropy
on the donor's side of the table managing millions
in grant programming at Green Mountain Energy Sun Club.
I've seen what makes applications win and what makes them get passed over. Spoiler: it's rarely about the worthiness of your cause. It's about strategy, alignment, and telling your story in a way funders respond to.
I'm not jaded by 20 years of doing the same thing.
I bring fresh energy, creative craftmanship, and a genuine passion for helping mission-driven organizations
secure the funding they deserve.
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Nonprofits Served
Years Experience
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"You shouldn't have to become a grant writing expert to run a successful nonprofit. That's my job."
— Johnny Richardson
What
changes
when
you
have a
grant
champion
Compelling, strategically-aligned applications that finally start getting funded
giving you resources to grow programs
and expand your impact.
Proposals That Win
THE TRANSFORMATION
Time Back in Your Week
Someone else handles the research, writing, and strategy you've been drowning in. You focus on running programs and serving your community.
Diversified Funding
A sustainable funding portfolio that doesn't leave you vulnerable when sponsors pull back
built for long-term stability, not just quick wins.
A True Partner
Someone in your corner who understands
both sides of the conversation and
genuinely cares about your success
not just another transactional consultant.
You became a nonprofit leader to change lives, not to become a full-time grant writer.
Our Services
Grant research and funder alignment
Grant writing
Narrative refinement
Monthly strategy calls and funder communication support
Budget development
Submission coordination and reporting
Collaborative stakeholder engagement
Strategic planning for multi-year funding
Say hello.
We cannot wait to meet you!
Phone: (832) 361 4331
E-mail: impactgrantworks@gmail.com
Based in Houston, Texas
The IMPACT Blog
If you're a nonprofit looking for funding, or just trying to make sense of the everchanging grant landscape, you're in the right place. We share useful insights to help you stay aligned with goals that matter.
Mapping the Course:
Knowing Direction Before Picking Up Speed
You've laced up your shoes and ready for what's ahead. Have you taken the time to map your course?
Lacing Up: Moving From Preparation to Practice
Now that you've put the puzzle pieces together, what comes next?
When Your Program Doesn’t Fit the Funder’s Mold
If your program doesn't meet the funder's criteria, what should you ask yourself?
Budget Narratives That
Tell a Story
The opportunity to outline a budget in a narrative format far outweighs a dry explanation of line items.
Aligning Your Mission with Funder Priorities
Each funder has a vision.
Your objective is to show how your mission fits within it.
What Funders Really Mean
by "Impact"
Every grant application asks about impact.
But what does that actually mean?
Mission In Motion: Why Website Alignment Is Non-negotiable for Nonprofits.
In a sector where clarity builds trust and trust drives funding; this is a problem worth solving.
Are You Grant Ready? The 5 R's That Matter.
Before diving into proposals or chasing deadlines, it’s worth asking: Is your organization truly ready to pursue grants?
Pacing Matters:
Finding a Sustainable Rhythm for the Year
There's a point in every long run when
enthusiasm meets reality.
