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About Us

We help innovative nonprofits deepen their program impact through expert grant writing and fundraising strategy.

Quick Facts

  • Based in New Mexico

  • Established in 2017

  • Over $40 Million Raised

Fundraising Since 2017

Starting in Albuquerque, New Mexico, our services now reach nationwide through partnerships with key U.S. nonprofits. We’ve raised over $40 million to date, helping organizations deliver vital social impact services across the country.

Our veteran team combines deep fundraising expertise and direct service experience, with cutting edge grant strategies and knowledge.
Your Trusted collaborators

Meet Our Team

Ryan Rael

Owner, Chief Executive Officer

As the Owner and CEO of Fundraising for the Future, Ryan brings a background in business strategy, customer relationships, and operations consulting. His practical, systems-focused approach helps nonprofits reduce uncertainty and create dependable fundraising outcomes.

Areas of Expertise

  • Strategic Consulting
  • Process Improvements
  • Training and Development
  • Tech Stack Implementation
  • Customer Experience Audits

Brenda Ostrom

Chief Operating Officer

Brenda has fundraised over $13 Million through grant writing over the last decade, across a wide range of industries. Her diverse job experience spans public, private, and non-profit organizations.

Notable Clients

  • National Parks Service
  • Yosemite National Park

Education

  • Masters in Aeronautical Technology
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Geography from Arizona State University

Amy Berg

Senior Grant Writer

Amy has over two decades of experience building the fundraising, organizational and communications capacity of nonprofits. Equally comfortable with numbers and words, she is an expert at translating client missions into poignant narratives, supported by undeniable data.

Education

  • BA in English and Psychology from the University of Maryland
  • MS and MPhil in Developmental Psych from George Mason University

Melissa Fox

Senior Grant Writer

With over 12 years of experience in grant writing and fundraising, Melissa has helped many organizations secure funding, manage budgets, and build partnerships that drive lasting impact. She thrives on connecting meaningful projects with the resources they need to succeed.

Education

  • B.A. in English Literature from the University of New Mexico
  • M.B.A. from the University of Phoenix

Madison Middlebrook

Senior Grant Writer

Skilled in grant writing, fundraising, organizational change management, and direct client services, Madison has experience partnering with nonprofits across the country to articulate their complex work.

Key Skill

  • Crafting emotionally compelling proposals that make funders not just understand the need, but feel it.

Taylor Armijo

Director of Business Development (NM)

As a proud New Mexico native, Taylor is deeply committed to the Albuquerque community. She focuses on cultivating partnerships with nonprofits and small businesses across the ABQ metro area — supporting their missions through meaningful collaboration and connection.

Notable Work experience

  • University of New Mexico Hospital

Jessica J. Reveles

Director of Business Development (LA/OC)

Jessica leads relationship development, partnerships, and growth initiatives across Los Angeles and Orange County. She works closely with non-profit leaders to understand their mission, identify fundraising opportunities, and align organizations with the right strategic support.

Areas of Expertise

  • Business Development and Partnerships
  • Nonprofit Outreach and Relationship Buidling
  • Brand Storytelling and Messaging
  • Mission-Driven Growth Strategy

Expert grant writers with
diverse sector experience

Foundational grant writing, strategy, and program support

OUr Proudest partnerships

Notable Clients

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Our Philosophy is Longterm

We help nonprofits build fundraising systems based on long-term strategy. By establishing a diverse base of funders, organizations become resilient in times of turbulence, while also creating the space for innovation and increased service impact.

Our Service

Comprehensive
Grant Readiness Program

Foundational grant writing,
strategy, and program support

Foundational grant writing, strategy, and program support

Program Value Analysis

Analyze program and identify funder-facing value in detail

Program Development

Improvements to increase efficiency of operation

Funding Infrastructure

Process and communication improvements, hiring vital staff

Funder Prospecting

Research and engage best-fit funders and grant opportunities

Veteran Grant Writing

Prepare applications and funder outreach with expert compliance

Evergreen Assets

Adaptable language and tools for future fundraising initiatives