Purpose

To establish a formal, ongoing engagement for comprehensive program evaluation, data collection and management, data analysis and reporting, data visualization, and data-informed grant writing support. The goal is to enable continuous program improvement, demonstrate impact to funders, and strengthen grant proposals through evidence-based narrative and metrics.

About Change Amplifiers Research and Consulting

I’m Jodie, founder of Change Amplifiers Research and Consulting. For 15 years, I’ve partnered with nonprofits and local governments to turn complex information into clarity, action, and real impact. My work blends social science, applied research, and hands-on experience in public and nonprofit systems to strengthen programs, demonstrate impact, and honor the human stories behind the data. I’ve secured $12 million in grants to date, leveraging data-driven narratives to align funding with community needs.

Funders increasingly seek visible impact and transformative change that goes beyond outputs. I provide evidence of deep, sustainable shifts—how programs alter power dynamics, expand access, and drive lasting improvement for communities. My approach translates rigorous findings into compelling stories of change, ensuring funders see both measurable results and the human context behind them.

To improve grant outcomes, I deliver data in clear, decision-ready formats: concise dashboards, narrative summaries, and impact maps that highlight progress, risk, and opportunities. I design evaluations and reporting that align with funders’ priorities, translate complex analyses into actionable insights, and support adaptive strategy. By weaving quantitative metrics with qualitative insights, I help organizations articulate a credible theory of change and demonstrate a track record of learning, accountability, and sustained impact.

I offer a flexible, three-tiered approach that empowers nonprofits to tailor services to their unique needs and capacity. Each tier builds on the previous one, allowing organizations to start with essential foundations and scale up to more strategic, impact-oriented work as they’re ready.

Tier 1: Foundation

Foundation-level grant readiness and opportunity screening.

Expected hours: 

12 – 18 hours/month

Scope of services:

• Grant writing/editing: up to 12 hours/month (3–6 proposals/quarter, depending on complexity)

• Prospect research: up to 2 hours/month (identify 6–12 opportunities across foundations and corporations)

• Evaluation planning: baseline design, logic model alignment, and data collection plan

• Funder reporting support: monthly status updates; assistance with 1 interim or final report per quarter

• Pipeline coordination: grant calendar management, milestone tracking, and submission logistics

• Monthly strategy call: 60 minutes

Deliverables cadence:

• 1-3 draft proposals per month (or 1 substantial grant package every 6–8 weeks)

• 1 basic evaluation dashboard/report per month

• Quarterly portfolio health summary (opportunities, win rate, next steps)

Add-ons (billed separately):

• Additional evaluation analytics or surveys (quoted per project)

Tier 2: Momentum

Accelerated grant writing plus interim evaluation scaffolding.

Expected hours: 

20 – 28 hours/month

Scope of services:

• Grant writing/editing: up to 22 hours/month (4-7 proposals/quarter, varies by complexity)

• Prospect research: up to 4 hours/month (identification of 12–20 opportunities)

• Grant management: proactive proposal scheduling, timeline synchronization, and coordination

• Evaluation design & data work: enhanced design, ongoing data collection plans, 1–2 dashboards per month

• Funder communications: ongoing engagement support, progress reports, and draft funder updates

• Monthly strategy/portfolio review: 60–90 minutes

Deliverables cadence:

• 4–7 proposals per quarter (dependent on size and complexity)

• 2–3 evaluation reports or dashboards per quarter

• Quarterly portfolio health and strategy report

Add-ons (billed separately):

• Mid-term evaluation for major awards

• Comprehensive data visualization package or survey design

• Staff coaching session or grant-writing workshop

Tier 3: Impact

Advanced strategy, compelling proposals, and rigorous evaluation to demonstrate measurable outcomes.

Expected hours: 

35 – 45+ hours/month

Scope of services:

• Full portfolio management: 5–8 proposals/quarter, integrated across funders with a single, cohesive narrative and budget storyline.

• Advanced evaluation and data systems: logic model refinement, theory of change, data collection plans, and at least 2–3 dashboards per quarter (plus an automation layer for recurring metrics).

• Funder relationship management: proactive communications, status updates, and coordinated reporting strategy.

• Staff enablement: writing templates, coaching sessions, and a library of reusable language/assets.

• Strategic planning and program design: quarterly strategy sessions with actionable recommendations.

Deliverables cadence:

• 5–8 proposals per quarter (varies by client and funder cycle)

• Monthly or bi-monthly advanced evaluation dashboards

• Quarterly strategic portfolio review with actionable recommendations

Add-ons (billed separately):

• Major grant coordination across multi-year funding streams

• On-demand, in-depth evaluation studies (e.g., impact evaluation)

• Comprehensive funder stewardship reports and executive-ready briefings

Budget and Pricing

Tier 1: Foundation

• Monthly retainer: $4,100

Tier 2: Momentum

• Monthly retainer: $6,100

Tier 3: Impact

• Monthly retainer: $9,500 

A Note on Grant Outcomes

While my 15-year track record of securing over $12 million in competitive grant funding reflects a strong history of success, it is important to note that no grant writer, regardless of experience, can guarantee a successful funding outcome. Grant awards are ultimately determined by the funding organization based on their own priorities, evaluation criteria, review processes, and available funding. What I can guarantee is my full commitment to producing a thoroughly researched, strategically aligned, and professionally written proposal that gives your organization the strongest possible competitive position.