A question for grant writers.

[Gehanna]

Does anyone know if a business has to be non-profit to qualify for a grant? If not, I am fairly certain that CDHH (the business I am trying to develop) might qualify considering the educational and health care aspects involved.

This may sound odd but as it stands, I can't afford the expense it would take to become a non-profit organization. What is even more unusual is that even though CDHH is for profit, I've been working to develop it diligently for 2 years without pay of any kind. NO profits there that's for sure.

I am in serious need of resources to get CDHH off the ground. If grants do not require a non-profit status, I would then like to talk to someone about grant writing services....unless of course I can't afford it! :Smack:

Sincerely,
Gehanna

[wanderson]

Hi,

I am a grant writer consultant. Unfortunately, grants are primarily given to nonprofit organizations/agencies. It is a misconception that people have regarding grants for their profit making businesses. I have to tell people constantly that grants are for nonprofits. Let be clear, however, that there are occasions where profit making business may secure a grant--perhaps from government sources or even major foundations; but this is not the norm.

Grant writers may charge anywhere from $0 - $5,000 to write a grant. I personally charge a flat of $2,500 for government grants because they are very comprehensive and work intensive; and $1,500 for a foundation proposal. Also be mindful that most grant writers do not like to work on consignment or putting off being paid until the grant is approved. This is not a reflection of their ability to write proposals, but more that there are so many other factors involved in the approval of a grant, i.e. the appropriateness or quality of the programming, the economic climate of the geographical, political influences; etc.

It is a major project. ARe you in a position to secure a business loan? You may want to do some research for low interest loans.
Good luck,
Wendy