About Us

From a Vision to a Trusted Partner

Grant Life Consulting began with a clear vision and a deep commitment to strengthening communities through funding, strategy, and support. The company was founded by Shauntae E. Lewis, a United States Air Force veteran and Certified Grant Writer who entered the nonprofit space with a desire to help women recover from trauma and rebuild their lives. During that work, she recognized that many organizations were struggling to secure the resources they needed because access to high-quality grant support was limited and often unaffordable for the communities that needed it most.

Shauntae realized that her experience in leadership, writing, and organizational development could be used to fill that gap. Instead of seeking additional help, she chose to become the help. This insight became the foundation for Grant Life Consulting. What began as a grassroots effort to support local programs evolved into a professional consulting firm committed to elevating mission-driven organizations and ensuring they have the tools and guidance required to grow.

Established in 2018, Grant Life Consulting was designed to meet organizations where they are and guide them toward sustainable funding and long-term success. The firm now partners with nonprofits, small businesses, and community-focused initiatives across a wide range of sectors. Our work supports clients as they build strong programs, write competitive proposals, and establish solid organizational systems.

From a personal mission to uplift others, Grant Life Consulting has grown into a trusted strategic partner for organizations that are ready to expand their impact. Our story continues to evolve as we help more clients create meaningful change in the communities they serve.

Our Mission & Core Values

Grant Life Consulting exists to help mission-driven organizations secure the funding, structure, and strategy they need to create lasting impact. We believe strong ideas deserve strong support, which is why we combine expert grant writing with strategic program development and long-term capacity building. Our work is grounded in clarity, excellence, and a commitment to helping organizations grow with confidence.

Meet the Founder

Shauntae E. Lewis

Founder & Certified Grant Writer®
Shauntae E. Lewis is a Certified Grant Writer, strategist, business success coach, and the Founder and CEO of Grant Life Consulting. She works with nonprofits, entrepreneurs, and mission-driven organizations to help them build structure, secure funding, and create sustainable impact. An Air Force veteran, she brings over 25 years of experience in business writing, management, business development, and staff development. She has a background in Business, is a member of the American Grant Writers’ Association, and maintains certifications in budget development and proposal writing for foundation, corporate, and government grants, with expertise in program design and training delivery. Shauntae is the creator of The Grant Life Blueprint™, a framework designed to demystify grant writing and equip leaders with the tools and mindset needed to pursue funding intentionally. The framework serves as the foundation for her 12-week Grant Life Blueprint Bootcamp™, where participants implement grant-ready systems and develop fundable proposals in real time. Her work centers on empowering leaders to stop chasing opportunities and start building with purpose. Through education, strategy, and structure, Shauntae helps organizations rise into sustainable funding and lasting impact.

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