Our Work
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Practical grant support and development services designed to help nonprofits grow sustainably and stay focused on their mission.
At the North Georgia Grant Collective, we partner with nonprofits to provide hands-on, strategic grant support. Whether you need help writing grants, organizing your funding strategy, or building internal systems, we're here to meet you where you are.
We equip nonprofits with practical grant knowledge through hands-on classes, workshops, and cohorts, removing unnecessary theory and focusing on real-world skills.
We work alongside nonprofits to build strong systems, from grant calendars and budgets to proposal narratives and reporting processes that reduce overwhelm.
Development isn't a one-time effort and nonprofits shouldn't have to do it alone. We provide ongoing support through consulting, coaching, and community.
"Collaboration Over Competition."
The heart behind NGAGC is simple: local nonprofits deserve a place where they can thrive through collaboration, shared resources, and access to funding for all.
When nonprofits are connected, supported, and equipped with the right tools, our communities grow stronger. That's what we're building here.
Raised in North Georgia. Serving our neighbors.
From first grant to full development strategy, we meet you where you are and help you get where you want to go.
Expert grant writing support tailored to your organization's mission, programs, and funding needs. We help you tell your story compellingly and strategically.
Strategic guidance for building sustainable funding systems, from grant calendars and prospect research to organizational capacity and funder relationships.
Hands-on sessions covering grant research, writing, budgets, and funder communication designed for nonprofit staff and emerging grant writers.
Get expert eyes on your drafts before submission. Clear, actionable feedback to strengthen your narrative, budget, and overall application.
Bring the GROW Grant Coaching experience directly to your team. Reach out to schedule a private cohort tailored to your organization's goals.
Our team of fundraising event planners is ready to help you bring your vision to life. Whether you need us to sit on your planning committee or lead the initiative from start to finish, we're here to make it happen.
Organizations our clients have been awarded funding from.
and many more
A small-group coaching experience designed to help nonprofits confidently navigate the world of grants and funding, together.
The GROW Grant Coaching program combines personalized coaching with peer learning in a collaborative environment. You'll leave with real skills, real connections, and real progress on actual grant applications, not just examples.
Program Partner
North Georgia Community Foundation
GROW is offered in partnership with the North Georgia Community Foundation. Registration, pricing, and scheduling are handled directly through NGCF.
Register at NGCFWant to bring GROW to your organization or staff team? Reach out to schedule a private cohort tailored to your group's goals.
Schedule a Private CohortWe're so glad you're here. The North Georgia Grant Collective is more than a membership. It's a community of nonprofits, grant writers, and local organizations all working together to grow, learn, and thrive.
By joining NGAGC, you're stepping into a space designed to support your grant journey, connect you with peers, and give you the tools you need to succeed.
Nonprofits are teammates, not competitors. Share, learn, and grow together.
Clear guidance and open communication, because nonprofits have unique needs.
Confidently pursue funding and build sustainable systems for your organization.
A space where nonprofits collaborate, share resources, and build confidence in their funding strategies. Here's what you get as a member:
Lainey Buffington is the founder of the North Georgia Grant Collective, a grant writer, and a development specialist committed to supporting nonprofits in meaningful, practical ways. With a background spanning nonprofit development, government contracting, and political campaigning and fundraising, Lainey brings a well-rounded, strategic perspective to every organization she serves. A lifelong North Georgian, she created NGAGC so grant writers and nonprofit leaders can feel supported, confident, and connected.
Kristin is a grant writer and community advocate with nearly two decades of professional writing experience. Her background spans nonprofit development, regional fundraising, and community engagement. She served as Regional Development Director for Special Olympics, where she built deep relationships and championed funding for athletes and families in need. With more than 15 years of volunteer leadership in youth and school organizations, Kristin brings both heart and strategy to every organization she serves. A North Georgia transplant, she has grown to love this community deeply and is committed to seeing it thrive.
Amy England is the operational heart of NGAGC, keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Born and raised in North Georgia, she brings an extensive background in healthcare administration and project management to the team. Amy handles the day-to-day operations, research, and administrative support that allow NGAGC to serve nonprofits with consistency and care. Her organized, detail-oriented approach ensures that nothing falls through the cracks, so the mission always stays front and center.