A strategic partner for grant readiness and funding.

A clear path forward for the work that matters

LEAP Consulting exists to help rural nonprofits, community organizations, and small businesses move forward with clarity and confidence.

You are doing important work, often with limited time, people, and resources. Funding decisions carry weight, and it can be hard to know which opportunities are worth pursuing. LEAP helps bring clarity to that process and provides steady support as you move forward.

What Makes LEAP Different?

Rooted in Rural Understanding

LEAP is built on lived experience in small towns and rural communities. We understand how local organizations operate, the realities of limited capacity, and the importance of trust and relationships. This work is not theoretical. It is personal.

Strategy Before Writing

Strong funding begins long before an application is submitted. LEAP focuses first on readiness, planning, and alignment so your funding efforts are grounded in clarity and structure, not guesswork or pressure.

Partnership Over Transactions

This work is done alongside you, not handed off and rushed through. LEAP walks with organizations step by step, offering honest guidance, ethical practices, and steady support throughout the process.

Our services

  • Grant Readiness & Strategy

  • Grant Writing & Writing Support

  • Capacity Building & Planning

  • Ongoing Consulting

How LEAP helps

LEAP provides strategic, people-first support that helps organizations:

  • Understand where they are today and what readiness really looks like

  • Clarify priorities and build a realistic funding strategy

  • Identify opportunities that truly fit their mission and capacity

  • Strengthen systems, storytelling, and long-term sustainability

Who we serve

  • Rural Nonprofits

    Navigating grants for the first time or rebuilding after past challenges

  • Early-Stage Nonprofits

    Laying a strong foundation for growth

  • Community Organizations

    Turning meaningful ideas into structured plans

  • Small Businesses

    Seeking clear strategy and occasional funding guidance

“It's been a pleasure working with Kelli. She has organized my business through planning, strategy, and funding. She has produced several grant proposals to assist in seeking funding for products and programming, always keeping us aware of new opportunities. Her services have been invaluable.”

— Dr. Julie B. | Creator & Innovator

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Grant work does not have to feel confusing or overwhelming.

With the right guidance, it can become clear, manageable, and even encouraging. LEAP exists to help organizations breathe again, see possibilities more clearly, and move forward with purpose.