MAP + COMPASS FUNDING ROADMAP
Strategic Grant Prospect Research & Funding Roadmap
Our signature Map + Compass service goes beyond traditional grant prospect research to identify and prioritize high-value federal and state funding opportunities aligned with your organization's strategic goals, programs, and capacity.
Through comprehensive research, opportunity assessments, and a customized decision matrix, we help organizations focus on the most competitive six- and seven-figure funding opportunities. The result is a practical, actionable roadmap for pursuing the right grants at the right time.
FEDERAL & STATE GRANT DEVELOPMENT
Competitive Proposals for High Impact Projects
The Grant Lab specializes in developing complex, competitive federal and state grant proposals for higher education institutions and public-sector organizations. From initial funding opportunity analysis and project strategy to narrative development, budget alignment, and final proposal review, we help translate ambitious ideas into compelling, evidence-based applications.
Our approach combines technical expertise, strong storytelling, and careful attention to funder requirements to position projects for competitive consideration.
PROPOSAL REVIEW
Independent, Reviewer-Informed Grant Assessments
A strong proposal deserves a critical review before submission. Drawing on experience as a federal grant peer reviewer for the U.S. Departments of Education and Labor, The Grant Lab provides independent, criterion-based assessments of competitive grant applications.
We evaluate proposals through the lens of a reviewer, identifying strengths, weaknesses, compliance concerns, and opportunities for improvement. Clients receive actionable feedback and prioritized recommendations to strengthen their submissions.
NSF ATE EVALUATION
Independent Evaluation for Community College Projects
The Grant Lab provides independent evaluation services for National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education (NSF ATE) projects, with a focus on workforce education, technical training, and student success. We work collaboratively with project teams to develop meaningful evaluation plans, measure progress toward project goals, assess outcomes, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Our evaluation approach emphasizes practical insights, clear reporting, and useful evidence to inform project decisions and demonstrate impact.
GRANT TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Expert Guidance, Coaching & Applicant Support
The Grant Lab provides grant technical assistance to help organizations navigate complex funding opportunities and develop stronger applications. Services may include interpreting grant requirements, assessing project readiness, strengthening narratives and budgets, and providing individualized coaching or group workshops. We partner with funding agencies and grant applicants to make competitive grant processes more accessible, build organizational capacity, and support well-informed funding decisions.
Currently Available: The Grant Lab serves as a Technical Assistance Provider for Oregon's Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC), offering eligible Oregon Youth Corps and Oregon Conservation Corps applicants up to two hours of FREE grant application assistance!