A Thoughtful Approach to Growth

At Trellis, consulting is approached as a collaborative partnership grounded in clarity, responsiveness, and thoughtful strategy. We work closely with organizations to understand their goals, challenges, and capacity before developing support tailored to their unique needs.

Whether guiding long-term development strategy or supporting a single project, our work is rooted in intentional growth, meaningful relationships, and sustainable impact.

Strategic Development Consulting

Support for organizations seeking guidance around growth, fundraising strategy, planning, and organizational development.

Services may include:

  • Development strategy

  • Fundraising planning

  • Grant pipeline development

  • Institutional giving strategy

  • Capacity-building support

  • Strategic advising

  • Expansion planning support

Grant Writing and Funding Strategy

Thoughtful, compelling proposals grounded in strong storytelling, data, and funder alignment.

Services may include:

  • Grant proposal writing

  • LOIs and applications

  • Foundation research

  • Proposal editing and review

  • Grant reporting

  • Funding prospect strategy

  • Narrative development

Communications and Storytelling

Clear, meaningful communications that reflect the depth and impact of your work.

Services may include:

  • Impact reports

  • Donor communications

  • Case statements

  • Website copy

  • Organizational messaging

  • Success stories

  • Annual report support

Ongoing Development Partnership

Flexible, high-touch support for organizations needing consistent strategic development capacity without a full in-house team.

This may include:

  • Monthly consulting retainers

  • Ongoing grant management

  • Fundraising guidance

  • Strategic communications support

  • Development planning

  • Regular check-ins and advising

Let’s Start the Conversation

Whether you’re seeking project-based support or a longer-term strategic partner, Trellis would be honored to support your work.