At Community Funded Solutions, we help nonprofits strengthen their applications with evidence and strategic alignment so funding decisions aren’t based on guesswork, but on demonstrated need and impact.

Research-backed
grant development
for meaningful work

Funding decisions are competitive -
but limited time and capacity affect how well prepared applicants can be 

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2 years,
4 months
50%
15-30%
15-20 hrs
91%
12,000+

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Average time for a nonprofit to receive their first grant

of Nonprofits lack dedicated grant writing staff

Average time it takes for a nonprofit to prepare a foundation grant

Typical success rate

of nonprofits apply for grants annually 

2 years,
4 months
50%
15-30%
15-20 hrs
91%

Nonprofits in the state of Arkansas (Independent Sector)

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12,000+

of nonprofits apply for grants annually 

2 years,
4 months
50%
15-30%
15-20 hrs

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91%

Typical success rate

12,000+
2 years,
4 months
50%
15-20 hrs

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15-30%

Average time it takes for a nonprofit to prepare a foundation grant

91%
12,000+
2 years,
4 months
50%

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of Nonprofits lack dedicated grant writing staff

15-20 hrs
15-30%
91%
12,000+
2 years,
4 months

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50%
15-20 hrs
15-30%
91%
12,000+

The Funding Landscape at a Glance

Proposal Development & Review

Proposals are crafted from evidence, measurable outcomes, and community data, resulting in clear, compelling applications that demonstrate real impact.

Why A Research-Based Approach Matters

A research backed framework strengthens your internal systems, messaging, and readiness so your organization can approach funding with clarity instead of overwhelm.

Funding Systems & Capacity Support

Data-informed research pinpoints the right opportunities and ensures every application aligns with funder priorities, leading to more sustainable long-term funding.

Grant Strategy
& Research

about Morgan Farrar

Researcher, Strategist,
and Advocate

Morgan Farrar, founder and CEO of Community Funded Solutions, is a grant strategist who uses a research based approach to help nonprofits win more funding. She specializes in building strong proposals and systems that support long term sustainability.