Needs Statement
There are several reasons why organizations doing vital and amazing work in our communities miss out on grant funding. Many don’t know where to find opportunities worthy of their effort. Others have difficulty navigating the application process. Too often, organizations lack the time, experience and human resources necessary to establish a sustainable grants development program. And for others, it may be a challenge of language and alignment: it’s not a simple task, articulating the impact and importance of your work in a way that resonates with the many private foundations, corporations and government agencies waiting to invest in worthy causes.
Our Core Values
Precision: At Grove Street, we understand that each client’s situation is different. This is why we provide custom, high-quality services tailored to each grant opportunity.
Integrity: If you’re looking for grant funding, you don’t have resources to waste. Which is why we price our services to match the means of our clients, and we are always honest about the cost and scope of work. You’ll never be surprised with an invoice.
Creativity: We are a small firm that specializes in proposal writing and grants development. Over the last six years our team has written or directed the development of over $60 million in grant funding across a wide range of disciplines. We have accomplished this by maintaining high-quality work standards, by partnering closely with our clients, and by being creative in our work and approach.
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At Grove Street Consulting we know that finding a grants consultant at an affordable price is not easy. That’s why we offer free consultations to walk you through your needs, the scope of your goals, and your budget.
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Our Team
Jamie Rudolph
Founder and chief Development officer
Jamie Rudolph
As CDO, Jamie directs grants development and serves as primary proposal writer for the organization. He started his career as a relationship manager and cash management specialist in the New York banking industry, helping small business owners integrate new technologies and financial management tools to grow their businesses. Nearly two decades later, his project management expertise and passion for writing have guided his journey through a range of industries, including higher education, healthcare, financial services and economic development.
In addition to leading Grove Street Consulting, Jamie also serves as Director of Development for a national non-profit whose mission is to transform lives and communities through entrepreneurship. Jamie’s previous roles include Managing Assistant Director of the Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs at New Jersey City University (NJCU) and Director of Corporate Partnerships at Trinitas Health Foundation.
Education
SUNY Oswego
Bachelor of Arts in History and Philosophy
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing (in progress)
Activities & Affiliations
Aspen Institute - 2020 Workforce Leadership Academy
Leadership New Jersey - 2014 Fellow
Alliance of Hispanic Serving Institution Educators
Partnership for a Healthier Jersey City
Certifications
Center for Creative Leadership - Boundary Spanning Leadership
ETS Recognition of Excellence - English Language, Literature & Composition
ETS Recognition of Excellence - Social Studies: Content Knowledge
Lead Associate
(Under Development)
Our Associates Network
We are a small firm that specializes in proposal writing and helping institutions build capacity through grants development. Like the educators and social entrepreneurs we support, we’re energetic, scrappy, and passionate about our work. We limit the number of projects we take on at any one time so that we can tailor our services and give each client the time and attention they deserve.
In order to provide a full suite of grant services, GSC will sometimes consult with a trusted network of content knowledge experts, external evaluators, and professional associates we’ve built and maintained over our professional careers. When accessed, their contributions undergo the same rigorous quality-control standards we pride ourselves on maintaining.