Helping you find connections

Welcome to Estuary Grants Consulting

We are dedicated to finding the connections that drive change. Our boutique grant consulting firm based in the heart of Northern California is passionate about free-flowing rivers, resilient forests, and helping communities build a sustainable future. We are here to connect nonprofits, funders, opportunities, and partners for a regenerative and thriving tomorrow.

We understand the critical role connections play in the success of projects large and small. Nonprofits like yours are essential in making a positive impact on our planet. Your mission is crucial, and your staff is passionate, but navigating the world of grants and connections can be complex.

At Estuary Grants Consulting, we bring expertise and a proven track record of success, specializing in connecting nonprofits to funders who share your vision. Our goal is to help you find these crucial connections and alleviate the burdens of grant writing. With our dedicated team handling research and writing, you can invest more of your time and energy into serving your community needs. 

We recognize that ‘finding connections’ means more than just securing grants. It means uncovering new opportunities, forging partnerships, and expanding your impact. We offer comprehensive assistance every step of the way, ensuring you’re connected to the people and resources that can drive your environmental initiatives.

About us

Emily Nichols

Founder and lead grant writer

Emily is dedicated to connecting nonprofit organizations to the resources they need. She is a certified grant writer, specializing in funding strategy. She has worked with organizations ranging from environmental advocacy to outdoor accessibility to homeless services. Emily has a degree in biology from Sonoma State University. The last 20 years have been devoted to working and volunteering in veterinary medicine and wildlife rehabilitation. Never far from the ocean or the redwood forest, she is passionate about environmental conservation and restoration.

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Emily took the time to get to know our programs so she could search for and prioritize grant opportunities. She developed an organizational framework for us and provided guidance on developing program budgets. Emily is professional, reliable, knowledgeable, and incredibly organized. Working with her was a pleasure.

Alicia Hamann

Executive Director,

Friends of the Eel River

I have been really happy with the work that Emily has done for us. She has helped us write grants and prepared two funding strategies. The most recent grant that she wrote for us was approved and we are in the process of finalizing the contract with the funding source. The two funding strategies were really helpful because it allowed us to make our development plan for the year.

Sal Munoz

Executive Director,

Redwood Parks Conservancy

Services

Join us in this journey of finding connections, unlocking opportunities, and preserving our natural world. Discover how Estuary Grants Consulting can help you create lasting connections that will shape a sustainable future.

Funding Research

Searching for funding?

We systematically sort through hundreds of opportunities to build a personalized funding strategy for your project.

Writing and Editing

Translating your ideas into proposals?

Our certified grant writers create data-driven and compelling narratives to make your project shine.

Grant Review

Ready to submit?

We review completed applications and meticulously compare each section to the funding guidelines.

Ready to take the next step to secure funding for your project?

Contact us to schedule a consultation.

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