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Dan K.

Dan K.

Mission Driven Grant Proposal/RFP Writer & Researcher

✅ I help purpose-driven nonprofits and small businesses research, locate and secure project/program funding, build winning narratives, and engage with aligned corporate sponsors and philanthropic communities. With 15+ years in coaching, content strategy, project management, market research, and RFP grant management, I blend empathy, delivery, and actionable insight to power impactful community based ventures. In 2021, my corporate proposals helped secure over $100 million in funding/contracts for my employer through clear, values-driven narratives, cross-team collaboration, and efficient project management. Whether you’re chasing local foundation grant funding or high-takes RFP, launching a new initiative, or need a writer who “gets it” fast, I’m here to help. ⭐ What I Can Bring to Your Project ⭐ ✅ Full-cycle Grant/Proposal Management (Project Management, Grant Research, Funding Strategy, Kickoff Meetings, Narrative Development, Unlimited Edits, Final Proposal Submission) ✅ Business Content Writing & Strategy ( Web Content, Case Studies, Corporate Sponsorship Email Campaigns, Campaign Strategy and Narrative Planning ) ✅ Success with Fortune 500s, Startups & Nonprofits (clients include National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Adecco Group, and LPL Financial) ✅ A wellness-informed, human-centered approach rooted in collaboration and curiosity ✅ 15+ years of writing, coaching, and marketing experience that blends heart and results 💡 Why Clients Work With Me 💡 ✅ Fast, strategic thinking: I extract clarity from complexity under pressure ✅ Results-obsessed: My content and proposals have directly supported multimillion-dollar wins ✅ Collaborative partner: I know how to work with C-suite, SMEs, and key stakeholders chasing when needed with professional courtesy ✅ Mission-aligned mindset: I care about people, your goals, and the reader's experience ✅ Adaptable & reliable: I bring a remote-first mindset that can pivot and change as your project grows and evolves 🏆 Reviews and feedback from colleagues and clients 🏆 The reviews below describe the quality of work and value that you can expect from working with me. “Dan’s strategic thinking and creative leadership transformed our marketing approach. He helped us sharpen our messaging and created content that deeply resonated with both clients and prospects. His ability to distill complex ideas into clear, compelling narratives made a measurable difference to our campaigns.” — Marketing Manager, Pontoon Solutions “Working with Dan on our RFP proposal process was a game-changer. He quickly understood our services and turned dense technical input into a persuasive proposal that ultimately helped us land a major client. His professionalism, storytelling skills, and stakeholder management are exceptional.” — VP Growth, Enterprise Talent Solutions Firm “Dan brings empathy, insight, and strategy into everything he does. He coached me through thought leadership content that elevated my brand and helped me clarify my positioning in the market. His feedback was actionable, and his collaboration style was empowering.” — Director of Operational Excellence, Adecco Group

🇺🇸San Diego, United States$60/hr100% JSS5.00 (1)Since May 2025

Earnings and projects

MRR
$105

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#133,607 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#18,169 / 62.1k
Revenue, last 30 days
$0

Last 6 months: $630

Total earnings
$3.1k

Billed in all: $3.3k

World#294,250 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#45,786 / 62.1k
Per project
$1.6k

$630 in the last 6 months

World#91,931 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#15,549 / 62.1k
Projects, last 6 months
1
0% fixed100% hourly
World#128,096 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#16,472 / 62.1k
Projects in all
2

Across 3 contracts

0% fixed100% hourly
World#328,890 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#47,959 / 62.1k

Earnings, last 30 days

$3.3kNothing earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$3,250$3,300$3,350$3,400Oct 9Oct 24Nov 8

Skill rankings: Top 21% in Grant Management Software

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

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