MITAN (MEE-TUHN) MEANS CENTER.
Helping faith and nonprofit leaders get where they’re going.
We meet faith leaders and social mission-driven organizations between where they are and where they’re going, then help them get there.
For teams that need more grant capacity, we serve as their grant specialist: building the strategy, researching opportunities, writing and submitting applications, and training staff.
$25M
Annual grant portfolio managed
$20M+
Fundraising supported
$1M → $5M
Client foundation growth in one year
20 years
Of experience
CORE GRANT SERVICES
Grant support for every stage of growth.
Whether you need grants written for you, opportunities to pursue, or a team that can do it themselves, Mitan meets you where you are.
Grant Partnership
We build your funding strategy, then research, write, and submit up to $1 million in grant applications for you.
WHO THIS IS FOR
For established churches and nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status, $1M+ budgets, and three years of audits that want grants written for them.
Funding Navigator
A monthly list of open grants matched to your interests and budget, with deadlines and fit ratings.
WHO THIS IS FOR
For teams that want a steady stream of available opportunities built for them, or teams that write their own grants but need help building research capacity.
Grant Training
Hands-on training to find funders, write stronger proposals, and report with confidence.
WHO THIS IS FOR
For churches, nonprofits, and schools that want to build grant skills in-house. Ideal for executive directors, pastors, program managers, or development staff who are new to grant writing. Up to three people from the same organization train together.
Charter School Support
Grant strategy, research, and writing for single-site schools and charter networks nationwide.
WHO THIS IS FOR
For single-site charter schools, growing charter networks, and schools in planning or pre-opening, in any state. Best for school leaders seeking funding for launch or expansion, facilities, academic programs, teacher development, or student support, without adding development staff.
OUR PURPOSE
Helping faith and nonprofit leader get where they’re going.
We know leading a mission-driven organization is demanding work, and funding shouldn’t stand in the way. Mitan bridges the gap from where you are to where you’re going, strengthening organizations, communities, and the people who drive change.
We serve churches and nonprofits across Illinois and Connecticut, as well as charter schools.
Our charter school support extends beyond Illinois and Connecticut to single-site schools and charter networks nationwide. More information is available upon request.
ORGANIZATIONS WE’VE WORKED WITH
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Mitan helped me understand and be comfortable in my role as Founder and Visionary!
CLIENT FEEDBACK · MITAN CONSULTING
No one can ethically guarantee a grant award. Funding decisions rest with each funder and depend on their priorities, budgets, and competition. What we commit to is the work: through the Grant Partnership, we research, write, and submit up to $1 million in qualified applications, each matched to funders whose priorities align with your mission. Strong preparation, careful matching, and a committed leadership team give every application its best chance.
Professional ethics standards for grant writers prohibit commission-based pay, and most funders don’t allow grant dollars to pay for proposal writing. A flat fee protects your credibility with funders and keeps our focus on quality rather than award size. It also means you know your full investment up front, with milestone or monthly payment options available.
Yes. Many foundations, corporations, and public agencies fund faith-based organizations, especially for community programs like food access, housing, youth development, and family services. However, many require community programs to be run through a separate 501(c)(3) or kept distinct from worship activities. We identify which funders welcome faith-based applicants, explain what they require, and help you present your work in language that honors your mission and meets their criteria.
Applications often begin within 30 days. We start with strategic planning alongside your leadership team and a review of your documents, then build a prioritized calendar of opportunities. Timing depends on funder deadlines; some accept applications year-round, while others open only once or twice a year. Organizations with their core documents ready can often move faster.
That’s common, and there’s a clear path forward. A Funding Readiness Assessment identifies what you have, what’s missing, and how to close the gaps. Funding Navigator ($100 for 12 months) keeps you aware of opportunities while you prepare. Grant Training ($5,000 for up to 3 people) builds your team’s skills in-house. If your organization doesn’t yet have 501(c)(3) status, we can help you establish it.