Thank you so much for your words and inspirations,  It's hard, believe it or not, to get experienced women to guide you without squashing your dreams.  Thanks.  
Lady Tania Michael

I loved Valerie! She has the knowledge, expertise and energy to break challenging concepts down into steps that seem easy to follow.
Petya Kizilova, Global Education Associates

• Funding and Grantmaking Assistance provides corporations, foundations, individuals and government agencies advice and recommendations on which groups to fund or support; how to structure a grant making program; and how to focus desired outcomes in grant making criteria.

• Project Assistance & Consultation—affordable expert assistance for nonprofit endeavors:  in developing  programs, identifying  staff and operational needs, locating funding sources.

• Board Strategy & Consultation—consultation that focuses key areas of Board of Director and Executive Director effectiveness in  all aspects of nonprofit management.

• Meet the Grantmakers—Annual forums designed to coordinate the efforts of funders to identify areas of need within their  community and initiative areas with new and established neighborhood organizations and faith- based institutions.

• NEW Grant Writing 101. This workshop is designed for the novice fundraiser or executive director who would like to learn or strengthen his/her capacity to more effectively write winning proposals, with emphasis on organizing your proposal and short cuts to writing the proposal. 

• Marketing Outreach and Special Events—assistance in developing  forums, events, campaigns, publications and fund raising strategies.

• Staff/Volunteer Training —technical assistance and training designed to increase organizational capacity.  Subject areas include:   effective collaboration, conflict resolution, communication/speaking skills, managing for change.

• Speakers and Trainers — for workshops, programs, specialized initiatives and events. 

• Continuing Education (Adjunct Professor) — professional and skills development through customized courses for neighborhood organizations, individuals, and faith based institutions.  These courses are offered in collaboration with colleges, universities and other academic institutions.