EXPERT CONSULTING FOR GOVERNMENT GRANTS & INCENTIVES

Navigating Your Path to Funding Success

About Fundmate

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Hello, fellow grant-seekers! Welcome to Fundmate, where we turn the daunting task of securing government grants into a seamless journey for your business. We understand that navigating the world of grants can be overwhelming, so we're here to guide you every step of the way.

Whether you're looking to fuel business growth or spark innovation, Fundmate is your dedicated partner in unlocking the potential of government grants.

Let's collaborate to turn your ambitious goals into funded realities.

Experience

Creating competitive grant applications since 2008.

Over the last two years, Fundmate has won over $8 million in new revenue for clients.

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Services

Business Assessment

Fundmate is commited to understanding your business and objectives, ensuring we align them effectively with funding initiatives.

Strategy Development

Based on your business's stage and goals, we will develop a funding strategy tailored to your schedule and growth objectives.

Application Completion

Fundmate crafts compelling applications with minimal effort from you - We will handle the market research and project planning and even develop additional materials like marketing plans and Gantt charts.

Compliance Reporting

For non-profit organizations that require evaluation services, we will help you track and monitor performance and outcome measures, as well as draft progress and year-end reports.

Case Studies

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Robotics Manufacturer

Location: Alberta, Canada

Awarded: $175,000

$50,000 to implement productivity improvement training for incumbent employees.

$75,000 to hire an experienced R&D Associate.

$50,000 to increase exports in new markets: Qatar, Australia and the U.S.

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Manufacturer

Location: Ontario, Canada

Awarded: $800,000

$400,000 to open a new state-of-the-art production facility to support key industries such as mining and construction.

$400,000 to launch a new service line, which would make them the first company in Ontario to produce and sell a product.

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Community-based Organization

Location: Ohio, United States

Awarded: $7,750,000

$3.75M to serve 755 individuals over 5 years with evidence-based, culturally and trauma-informed suicide prevention approaches and mental health programs.

$4M to build a community coalition on violence prevention that will expand access to mental and behavioral health treatment to 700 youth and families.

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Recovery Community Organization

Location: Ohio, United States

Awarded: $1,000,000

$1M to build recovery and permanent supportive housing, providing a safe heaven for Cleveland residents in treatment or recovery from substance use and co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders.

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Custom Steel Processor

Location: Ontario, Canada

Awarded: $600,000+

Over $600K to build an AI-enhanced facility with industry 4.0 technologies to boost productivity and expand into new markets.

Testimonials

I highly recommend Melissa's grant writing services to anyone seeking a reliable, knowledgeable, and highly effective partner in securing grant funding. The level of professionalism and success we have experienced is exceptional.

Victoria K.

Client Services Manager, FLOW, a Deloitte Business

I had the pleasure of working with Melissa and can confidently say that she is a smart and dependable professional. Her thorough understanding of the grant process and attention to detail made the entire experience seamless. Working with Melissa was truly a pleasure, and I highly recommend her services for anyone seeking expert guidance in the grant application process.

Dan E.

President, D&R Custom Steel

I work with Melissa on a grant focused around addiction and workforce development. We had no template to follow so building out processes and carrying out the project goals has been a joy for me to work very closely with someone like Melissa who provides exceptional insight, communication and organizational services. Her expertise, years of experience and ability to help carryout and project goals is unmatched.

Dorenda S.

Project Director, Northern Ohio Recovery Association

I have been working with Melissa for almost a decade, and she is conscientious and meticulous and has won millions of grant dollars for my clients.

Bill S.

President, Brooklin Consulting

FAQ

The grant landscape changes all the time, and each funder has its eligibility criteria. Generally, Fundmate provides the most value to companies with 5 or more employees, generates over $1 million in annual recurring revenue, and has at least 3 years of operating experience. Fundmate also primarily works with B2B companies, although it can work with B2C companies in certain circumstances (no retail or construction, sorry!).

This varies widely depending on the program and province or state. Each program also has guidelines as to what costs are covered. For example, some will only fund salaries and wages, while others fund capital. Funding ranges from 15% to 75% and can be non-repayable or repayable.

First, we start with an intro call to get to know each other. If we identify opportunities that are aligned with your goals, we’ll sign an engagement letter. Once the letter is signed, we’ll have a formal kick-off meeting (usually 1 hour) to review and lay out your project. When all the required information and documents are sent, your project will officially be placed on the schedule, and the turnaround time is 2-3 weeks.

Government grants and small business programs are competitive. This means that there are always more applicants than there is funding available. Because of this, Fundmate will advise you whether a grant program is a good fit or if the chances of funding are minimal. We will always be upfront so you can make the best decision for your business. That said, most applications we take on (80%+) are funded.

While Fundmate strives to create the most competitive applications, decisions are entirely at the discretion of the funder/investor. No refunds are provided for applications that do not receive funding.

The goal is to create compelling applications with minimal investment from you. However, you will have to devote about 3-5 hours to furnish the required documents (financial statements, financial projects for example), meet for the kick-off, and review the application before submission.

Once you receive a notice of award, the funding agency will advise you that a formal funding agreement will be sent to you within a specific time frame. Once you receive the funding agreement, Fundmate will outline your reporting requirements so that you know the compliance requirements. If you need Fundmate to complete reporting packages and assist with compliance, these services can be provided hourly.

Team

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Melissa Manzone

Hello! Meet Melissa, your go-to at Fundmate. For almost 20 years, Melissa has been helping organizations across Canada and the U.S. (Ohio specifically) receive government funding and small business grants. With a BA in English from The Ohio State University and a passion for helping others, Melissa has assisted companies secure millions to fund innovation and business growth projects.

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