Empowering Nonprofits to Change the World
Grant Advance was created by nonprofit leaders who experienced firsthand how difficult grant funding can be. Our mission is to remove the barriers that stand between organizations and the funding they need, while our vision is a future where every nonprofit has the tools, knowledge, and confidence to secure sustainable funding and maximize its impact.
“I have had great success with the Grant Advance service. The platform is easy to use and whenever I’ve hit a snag, the support from the personnel has been rapid and effective. Grant Advance feels like a real partner in the work of pursuing grant funding.”
– Lea Ferguson, McDougall House
OUR MISSION
Turning Funding Challenges into Funding Opportunities
We empower nonprofits with practical technology, proven fundraising strategies, and expert guidance that help organizations identify funding opportunities, write stronger grant applications, and build sustainable fundraising programs.
OUR VISION
A Future Where Every Great Cause Has the Resources to Thrive
We envision a nonprofit sector where limited time, limited expertise, and limited access to funding opportunities are no longer barriers to meaningful impact. We believe organizations doing important work should have every opportunity to secure the support they need to fulfill their mission.
OUR STORY
Built by Nonprofit Leaders, For Nonprofit Leaders
Grant Advance began with a simple frustration. As nonprofit leaders ourselves, we experienced how complicated and time-consuming grant funding could be. Rather than accept the status quo, we set out to build a better solution. By bringing together experts in fundraising, nonprofit leadership, and technology, we created a platform designed around the real challenges organizations face every day.
OUR APPROACH
Driven by Experience. Committed to Improvement.
From day one, our guiding question has been: “What would have helped us succeed when we were starting out?” That perspective continues to shape everything we do. We listen closely to our clients, respond to their challenges, and continuously refine our platform and services to deliver practical solutions that make fundraising easier and more effective.
OUR VALUES
Real Challenges. Real Solutions.
Everything we create is rooted in real-world nonprofit experience. We believe innovation should solve genuine problems, not create complexity. Whether through technology, training, or support, our focus remains the same: helping nonprofits achieve better fundraising outcomes with confidence.
Meet our Experts
We’re more than just grant specialists—we’re passionate people who care deeply about your success. Our team is here to support you every step of the way, turn your funding goals into reality with personalized guidance and genuine dedication.
Funding Consultants
Sarah Van Dyke
Senior Funding Strategist
Avery Bowman
Funding Consultant
Tracey Dawson
Funding Consultant
Dayna Whitney
Funding Consultant
Sydney Adrian
Funding Consultant
Justin Lachine
Funding Consultant
Michelle Ziniuk
Funding Consultant
Paul Denault
Funding Consultant
Caitlin Becka
Funding Consultant
Nadine Cherry
Funding Consultant
Ashley Abbott
Funding Consultant
Deepika Bharti
Funding Consultant
Jim Schmidt
Funding Consultant
Oliver Kokiong
Funding Consultant
Research coordinators
Topher Richey
Research Coordinator
Oskar Lane
Research Coordinator
Howard Folkes
Research Coordinator
Nick Mazzone
Research Coordinator
Roland Torress
Client Success Advocate
Client Relations & Finance
Sue Ashworth
Grant Writer
Christina Herr
Senior Fundraising Strategist
Rheanna McPherson
Client Success Manager
Gloria Palencia
Finance Administrator
Keith Saunders
Client Success Advocate
Sue Warner
Client Success Advisor
Sigga Mekkinosson
Client Success Advisor
Development
Andre Santos Azevedo
Full Stack Developer
Lioncio Morcilla
Front End Developer
Dennes Vencancio
Lead Developer
Lawson Ndiana-Abasi
AI/ML Engineer
Paul Richard
Senior UX/UI Designer
Management
Adam Ikari
CEO
Samuel Lane
Head of Sales Development & Leadership Training
Jasmine McPherson
President
Nick Maltchev
CTO
Guy McPherson
Co-Founder / Board Chair
Mel Pingul
Co-Founder / CFO
Finn
President of Scraps & Naps
Listening Leads to Better Outcomes
Client feedback drives our evolution. We celebrate successes, learn from criticism, and continuously improve
our products and services based on the needs of the organizations we serve.
Having worked with a few computer platforms and not exactly proficient at any, I was pleasantly shocked to find Grant Advance easy to use. Every hurdle was supported by easily accessible support staff. My questions were answered by this knowledgeable staff always showing their kindness, patience and enthusiasm towards our success. For this I send sincere gratitude and look forward to continuing to work with the Grant Advance system.
Recommended by fundraising pros.
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Since I started using the platform back in August, I received over $93,000 in Grants. Grant Advance gives you access to so many foundations that you would not even know exist. It makes the process super easy.
Recommended by fundraising pros.
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Grant Advance.
After several attempts of mailing out these letters, we received $20,000 from one foundation. I had asked for $20,000 and they had granted it. Because of this gift, we were able to meet our final need for the campaign.
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Grant Advance.
Partners in a Brighter Future
We view ourselves as partners in the success of every nonprofit we work with. When our clients secure funding,
expand programs, and create positive change in their communities, we succeed too.
Meet Our Founder
“People inspired me. Their passion, resilience, and determination to create change are what inspired
Grant Advance and continue to fuel our mission every day.”
Guy McPherson
Founder, Grant Advance
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