Readiness
Assessment

This step prevents wasted bandwidth and positions the organization for stronger proposals. It is the foundation everything else builds on.

• Organizational audit: Board structure, fiscal health, compliance posture, program documentation, and data systems reviewed and scored
• Funder-fit analysis: A curated list of 10–20 funders ranked by alignment, likelihood, and strategic value
• Gap identification: Specific weaknesses flagged — from missing logic models to board composition issues
• Action memo deliverable: A prioritized plan with clear, sequenced next steps

Timeline: 2–3 weeks from kickoff to deliverable.