Bolu O.

Grant Writer

Various Platforms • Freelance

Sep 2018 - Present • 7 yrs 8 mos

- Successfully wrote, edited, and submitted over 600+ grant proposals for a diverse client base, including nonprofits, small businesses, and educational institutions, tailored to meet specific funding requirements. - Conducted extensive research on funding sources and guidelines, achieving a high grant success rate. - Managed multiple simultaneous projects, consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining a track record of high-quality, compelling submissions that meet client and funding agency standards. - Achieved and upheld a near-perfect service quality rating of 4.9 to 5.0 out of 5.0 at all times.

Grant Writer / Bid Writer

Federal Government Advisors • Full-time

Sep 2023 - Jan 2025 • 1 yr 4 mos

- Secured over $5.5 million in total funding by developing and submitting high-quality grant proposals to federal, state, and local agencies, ensuring strict compliance with all funding requirements and guidelines. - Proactively identified and perform grant research for new funding opportunities, aligning them with the organization’s strategic goals to increase funding success rates. - Collaborated cross-functionally with various departments to compile comprehensive data, narratives, and supporting documents necessary for grant applications.