California grant consulting services, how to get funding for nonprofits in California

Secure grant funding and build sustainability

Nonprofit and grant consultants partnering with organizations to build the wave of good.

GRANT CONSULTING SERVICES

Our nonprofit industry knowledge and streamlined systems take the stress out of pursuing grants.

PROJECT DESIGN

A strong project is the foundation for a successful grant application. We collaborate to develop funder-ready project plans responsive to community needs with evidence-based solutions and measurable results.

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GRANT RESEARCH

We do the deep dive to find the best-fit grants worth your time and resources. Let us manage your grant pipeline, and we will monitor deadlines and emerging opportunities so you can concentrate on what you do best.

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GRANT WRITING

Our comprehensive proposal development services have you covered. From narratives to budgets to attachments, we craft a compelling story that showcases your strengths while aligning to funder priorities.

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NGO CONSULTING SERVICES

We offer expert guidance to support the growth of emerging organizations worldwide.

STRATEGIC PLANNING

Overwhelmed with the needs to be addressed and work to do? We help you assess your environment, prioritize, and create a roadmap to guide organizational direction and decision-making to increase your impact and efficiency.

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NGO WELLNESS ASSESSMENT

Ensure your working from a solid foundation with a comprehensive organizational review. We provide tailored recommendations using industry standards to enhance your grant readiness and long-term success.

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We provide services through project-based contracts or monthly retainers tailored to meet your needs.

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We believe in the power of grassroots initiatives to drive positive change in communities worldwide.

Detail oriented, results driven, and compassionate

OUR EXPERTISE

10+ years

We have over a decade of experience working in nonprofits. We are deeply familiar with the industry, culture, and working environment.

$23 million +

We have secured over $23,000,000 in grants for our clients over the past three years, including foundation, corporate, state, and federal awards.

Certified

Our founder and Principal Consultant has a Masters of Social Work in Nonprofit Administration and is a certified grant writer.

  • "It's always a pleasure to work with Tiernan. It's been life changing and incredibly productive for our organization to have her as our coach and guide. Her empathic approach creates a space to have uncomfortable yet necessary conversations to improve and adjust programs and structure."

    -Strategic Planning Client

  • "I am deeply grateful for your exceptional work. Your expertise in grant writing and meticulous attention to detail have been invaluable. You addressed every point with such clarity and precision, crafting a compelling narrative that far exceeded what I could have ever written on my own. I truly could not have done this without your support, and I am incredibly grateful for your partnership in this process."

    -Grant Writing Client

After over a decade working in various roles within nonprofits in the U.S. and internationally, Tiernan founded Swell Solutions. The switch to consulting arose as the answer to pursuing her two passions: supporting community organizations in creating positive change and surfing around the world. Swell Solutions has given her the privilege and flexibility to do both. She now extends this benefit to her team of remote nonprofit professionals with whom she collaborates to deliver exceptional client support.

Tiernan’s adventurous spirit and dedication bring purpose and drive to her work. Her approach combines industry expertise with a commitment to continuous learning, alongside cultural competence rooted in humility. Find her at her home base in San Diego, traveling the Baja California Peninsula, or embarking on a new adventure with her loving husband and pup always nearby.

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Purpose-driven consulting, blending adventure with impact

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grant consultant in California

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