Grauben Lara Consulting
Who I Am
A Trusted Guide for
Fundraising Strategy.
I’m Grauben Lara, a former grantmaker turned consultant. I help nonprofits and civil society groups strengthen their grant proposals and build better relationships with funders.
Over the past several years, I’ve reviewed hundreds of proposals and supported organizations across the U.S., Canada, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, Ukraine, and more.
I understand what donors look for, because I was one. Now, I use that insight to support the people doing the work that matters most.
How I Can Help
Proposal Writing & Feedback
Whether you need full proposal development or targeted feedback,
I can help shape strong, funder-aligned proposals that reflect your strengths and mission.
Funder Relationship Coaching
Build trust and strategy with your current or prospective donors.
Grant Readiness Diagnostic
A full assessment of your proposal, materials, and messaging.
Blanche Mhonda
The Eastern Caucus, Zimbabwe
Grauben didn’t just give general tips, he asked thoughtful questions that helped me uncover the why behind my initiative and clarify who we needed to reach. That conversation completely shifted how I approached our strategy and donor engagement.
Ready to Strengthen Your Fundraising?
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