Partnering with mission-driven organizations to assess readiness, unlock funding, and create lasting impact
Who We Serve
We partner with nonprofit organizations that have, or are developing, clear missions and measurable outcomes.
Process Overview
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Consultation to discuss the organization's goals, funding priorities, and how Cause & Ink may be able to help
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Evaluation of organizational readiness for grant funding, including capacity, systems, funding priorities, and opportunities for growth
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Identification and evaluation of grant funding opportunities based on mission alignment, funding priorities, eligibility, and application timelines, with grant pipeline and calendar management available as needed
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Preparation of complete grant application packages, including letters of inquiry, proposals, budgets, and required supporting documentation
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Management of grant requirements, reporting deadlines, and funder communications to support compliance and strong funder relationships.
Cause & Ink Consulting, LLC adheres to the Grant Professionals Association Code of Ethics
Our Services
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Grant Readiness Assessment
Comprehensive evaluation of organizational readiness for grant funding. The assessment examines organizational structure and legal compliance, governance, programs and impact, financial health, grant management capacity, communications, and fundraising practices through a detailed organizational questionnaire and strategy sessions with a principal consultant. Clients receive a detailed report with findings, practical recommendations, and prioritized next steps to strengthen grant competitiveness.
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Grant Proposal Development
Preparation of funding requests ranging from letters of inquiry and letter proposals to complex, multi-component grant applications. Services include development of narratives that reflect the organization's mission, impact, and readiness, with budgets, budget narratives, letters of support, and other materials tailored to funder requirements.
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Grant Research
Strategic identification and evaluation of funding opportunities based on the organization's mission, funding priorities, eligibility, and application timelines. Clients receive a curated portfolio of recommended grant funding opportunities, with each opportunity evaluated for strategic alignment, funding potential, and priority for pursuit.
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Grant Management & Reporting
Strategic support to help organizations meet grant requirements, steward funding responsibly, and strengthen funder relationships. Services may include grant tracking, reporting guidance, compliance and documentation support, and coaching on communicating organizational impact through data, outcomes, and compelling narratives.
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Strategic Grant Program Assessment
An in-person Strategy Day and comprehensive assessment designed to strengthen grant strategy, systems, and organizational capacity. The engagement examines grant history, workflows, staff roles, prospect research, funder relationships, and decision-making processes through collaborative sessions with key staff. Clients receive a comprehensive grant strategy with practical recommendations for workflows, staff roles, opportunity assessment, portfolio management, and relationship cultivation that establish a clear framework for future grant work.
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Fractional Grant Consulting
Ongoing partnership that provides organizations with flexible access to grant strategy expertise as needs evolve. Support may include grant readiness assessments, funding research, proposal development, grant management and reporting, grant calendars, portfolio management, and coaching, with engagement structured around the organization's goals, capacity, and priorities.
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Coaching
Strategic coaching designed to strengthen internal grant-writing capacity and support long-term success. Services may include development of grant tracking systems and funding calendars, proposal review and feedback, guidance on aligning applications with funder priorities, coaching on proposal development, refinement of narratives, budgets, and supporting materials, and ongoing support as organizational needs evolve.
“Working with Cheri and Caroline was a pleasure from start to finish. They took the time to understand our organization’s mission and values, then tailored everything to who we are. It felt like they truly cared about our success. I walked away from the experience feeling confident in our next steps as an organization.”
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Client Testimonials
“Cheri and Caroline provided knowledgeable and thoughtful guidance to our growing nonprofit. It’s clear they understand the current nonprofit funding landscape and are passionate about helping organizations succeed. They took the time to deeply understand our mission and goals, and delivered well-researched reports that aligned with our growth strategy.”
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Our Team
Caroline Zaw-Mon
caroline@causeandinkconsulting.com
Caroline has over 25 years of experience in philanthropic grantmaking and a diverse background spanning government, private, and nonprofit sectors. She brings a global perspective and operational acumen to helping mission-driven organizations secure funding and build resilient programs. Caroline holds dual master’s degrees in International Studies and Business Administration from the University of Denver and is recognized for her analytical mindset, diligence, and commitment to advancing sustainable nonprofit initiatives. Based in Colorado, she enjoys travel and outdoor adventures with her family.
Cheri Ryan
cheri@causeandinkconsulting.com
Cheri has over 15 years of experience in nonprofit operations, with a sharp analytical lens for reading an organization's financials, data, and programs to find where its strongest funding potential lies. As co-founder of Cause & Ink, she leads grant research and funder analysis for nonprofits across the country, work that has helped organizations secure family foundation, corporate, and federal grant funding. She also serves as Director of Consultant Services at Generis. Cheri and her family have made Colorado home and are embracing the beauty and adventure of mountain living.
Contact us
info@causeandinkconsulting.com
P.O. Box 621601
Littleton, CO 80162