LAUREN MANN

I’m a results-driven fundraising and nonprofit development professional with 9+ years of experience helping mission-driven organizations grow through strong institutional and donor strategies. I specialize in turning complex program outcomes into donor-focused narratives that move people to action.

In my current role as a Contract Specialist, Grant Writer & Operations Support, I lead institutional fundraising research, identify new foundation, corporate, and government opportunities, and manage a full grant lifecycle. I build structured grant calendars to ensure timely proposals, budgets, and compliance reporting—while writing persuasive proposals and stewardship materials that elevate organizational presence.

Across my portfolio, I’ve successfully secured and managed $1.5M+ in competitive grant allocations and federal funding for specialized health and crisis intervention programs. I maintain disciplined operational and compliance oversight, including recurring multi-year awards such as VOCA grants, and I use Salesforce CRM and donor documentation practices to streamline reporting for executive leadership.

Before fundraising, I developed deep expertise in trauma-informed support through crisis counseling and victim advocacy. That experience shapes how I communicate—grounding my work in empathy, precision, and trust—especially when coordinating digital outreach campaigns and translating data into emotionally resonant stories that connect directly to mission.