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Deneicia Davis

@deneiciadavis

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Grant strategist and development professional, leading government and institutional grants to drive mission impact.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a mission-driven organization where I can lead competitive government and foundation proposals, manage a multi-funder grants portfolio, and strengthen institutional fundraising through rigorous compliance, clear reporting, and strong funder stewardship.

I’m a grant strategist and development professional with 10+ years of experience in grant writing, institutional fundraising, and government grants management. I’ve managed a $7M grants portfolio and served as primary writer or proposal lead for competitive funding opportunities across city, state, federal, and private funders, including NYSCA, the Office of Cannabis Management, People’s Money, and Community Development Fund (CDF) initiatives.

I bring a partnership-driven approach—working with executive leadership, finance, and program teams to develop competitive proposals, budgets, and compliance documentation. From reporting and amendments to stewardship and donor/funder communications, I focus on clear grant compliance, cross-functional coordination, and materials that strengthen funder confidence and long-term impact.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Government Grants Manager

Current

DreamYard

Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 6 months)

Managed a $7M institutional, government, and foundation grants portfolio supporting youth development, arts education, workforce development, and community initiatives. Led proposal development, reporting, compliance, and stewardship across city, state, federal, and private funders.

Grant Strategy Proposal Development Grant Compliance Grant Reporting Cross Functional Project Management CRM and Gift Processing

Current

Community Wellness Program Manager

Current

Noble Alkhemy

Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 6 months)

Designed and facilitated family-centered wellness, mindfulness, and nature-based programming. Secured grants, sponsorships, and donor support while building partnerships with community organizations.

Mindfulness Programs Nature Based Programming Grant writing Partnership Management Community Programming

Health Educator

New York Botanical Garden

Jan 2019 - Jan 2025 (6 years)

Developed and facilitated wellness, food medicine, and community education programs in partnership with local artists and organizations. Collaborated with staff and community partners to deliver mission-driven programming focused on wellness and lifelong learning.

Health Education Program Development Community Education Wellness Programs Partnerships

Houseparent

Milton Hershey School

Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)

Supported the holistic wellbeing and daily development of high school students through mentorship and structured residential programming. Provided day-to-day guidance within a residential setting.

Student Mentorship Structured Daily Programming

Family Wellness Educator

Lantern Community Services

Jan 2016 - Jan 2019 (3 years)

Facilitated trauma-informed wellness and emotional regulation workshops for families in supportive housing. Connected families with resources and services while leading movement, mindfulness, and arts-based activities to support emotional wellbeing and community connection.

Trauma Informed Care Emotional Regulation Mindfulness Kinesthetic Activities Arts Based Activities Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Enrichment Specialist

DREAM Charter Schools

Designed and delivered summer wellness and enrichment programming for elementary students. Collaborated with school leadership to foster positive student engagement.

Summer Enrichment Programs Wellness Programs Student Engagement Program Delivery