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Abdulrasaq I.
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Abdulrasaq I.

Grant Writer | Proposals Researcher | Nonprofit & Startup Funding

STRUGGLING TO FIND THE RIGHT FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES OR TURN YOUR IDEA INTO A COMPETITIVE GRANT APPLICATION? I help nonprofits, startups, small businesses, research initiatives, and mission-driven organizations identify funding opportunities, develop compelling grant proposals, and create strategic funding plans that align with funder priorities. With 4+ years of experience in grant research, grant writing, proposal development, and business planning, I support clients throughout the funding process from identifying suitable grants and reviewing eligibility requirements to developing persuasive narratives, preparing application materials, and improving proposal quality. My approach goes beyond filling out applications. I help organizations translate their ideas, programs, and impact into clear, funder-ready proposals that communicate value, demonstrate need, and align with grant requirements. I have supported organizations across the USA, UK, Canada, and other regions with grant applications, nonprofit funding, startup funding, business proposals, and strategic funding research. SERVICES I PROVIDE: ✔ Grant Research & Funding Opportunity Identification - Identify relevant foundation, nonprofit, government, and private funding opportunities - Research eligibility requirements, deadlines, and funder priorities - Build funding pipelines and grant opportunity trackers ✔ Grant Proposal Writing & Development - Complete grant applications and proposal narratives - Develop compelling project descriptions, needs statements, and impact narratives - Align proposals with funder objectives and evaluation criteria - Edit and strengthen existing applications for competitiveness ✔ Nonprofit & Foundation Grant Support - Nonprofit grant applications - Community development funding - Education, healthcare, and social impact grants - Foundation funding proposals - Letters of Intent (LOIs) and concept notes ✔ Government Grant & Funding Support - Government grant research - RFP/NOFO review and response support - Proposal compliance review - Application preparation and submission guidance ✔ Startup & Business Funding Support - Startup grant research - Non-dilutive funding opportunities - Business plans and investor-ready proposals - Funding strategy development ✔ Proposal Management & Application Support - Grant calendars and deadline tracking - Supporting document organization - Budget preparation support - Application review and quality improvement WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE TO WORK WITH ME: ✔ Strategic understanding of funding requirements ✔ Strong research and analytical skills ✔ Clear, persuasive, and professional writing ✔ Detail-oriented approach to compliance and deadlines ✔ Ability to transform complex ideas into compelling proposals ✔ Reliable communication and organized project management Whether you need help finding funding opportunities, developing a grant strategy, or creating a polished proposal package, I can help you prepare funding applications that are structured, professional, and aligned with funder expectations. Send me a message to discuss your project, funding goals, and how I can support your next application.

🇳🇬Offa, Nigeria$8/hr100% JSSSince Jul 2026
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Earnings and projects

MRR (estimate)as of Oct 13
≈$773

An estimate from an earlier read

World#59,476 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#1,377 / 13.8k
Revenue, last 30 days
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Read daily since Oct 7, under 30 days

Total earnings
$2k
World#335,573 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#9,819 / 13.8k
Per project
$655

$564 in the last 6 months

World#158,480 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#3,260 / 13.8k
Projects, last 6 months
3
100% fixed0% hourly
World#66,479 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#4,051 / 13.8k
Projects in all
3
100% fixed0% hourly
World#304,140 / 412k
🇳🇬Country#11,408 / 13.8k

Earnings, last 30 days

$2kNothing earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$1,940$1,960$1,980$2,000No dataOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

No data since Oct 12, 2026.

Skill rankings: Top 9% in Business Plan Writing

Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.

  1. #13Crowdfunding118 freelancers · 🇳🇬 #1Top 11%
  2. #18Religious, Charitable & Nonprofit87 freelancers · 🇳🇬 #4Top 21%
  3. #23Nonprofit Industry Consulting130 freelancers · 🇳🇬 #3Top 18%
  4. #24Grant Documentation118 freelancers · 🇳🇬 #5Top 20%
  5. #25Business Plan Writing288 freelancers · 🇳🇬 #4Top 9%
  6. #32Budget Proposal230 freelancers · 🇳🇬 #5Top 14%
  7. #46Request for Proposal235 freelancers · 🇳🇬 #9Top 20%
  8. #48Business Services374 freelancers · 🇳🇬 #3Top 13%