Research, grant readiness, and practical systems for mission-driven organizations

I help nonprofits, commissions, and community-serving organizations turn complex information into clear findings, usable reports, and practical internal tools. My work combines applied research, grant prospecting, reporting support, and operational systems development to help organizations strengthen their programs, improve coordination, and communicate their work clearly.

Drawing on over a decade of experience in mixed-methods research and community-engaged projects, I partner with organizations that need support gathering information, organizing workflows, and producing polished materials for funders, leadership, and community stakeholders.

Services

• Grant prospecting and funder fit research
• Grant tracking and reporting support
• Survey design and implementation
• Qualitative research and community input
• Data analysis and visualization
• Report writing and synthesis
• Project planning and coordination
• Internal systems, trackers, and documentation tools
• Community engagement

My Approach

Every organization has different goals, constraints, and capacities. I work collaboratively to understand what you need, identify the right level of support, and build tools or deliverables that are clear, practical, and tailored to your context. Some clients need research design or a polished report. Others need help organizing grant workflows, developing tracking systems, or preparing for reporting requirements. My approach is flexible, responsive, and grounded in producing work that organizations can actually use.

Let’s Work Together

If you are interested in working together, I’d love to connect! You can reach me at katie.m.gordon[at]gmail.com.