Handcrafted Grants for Good Causes.

I am a grant writer with more than 17 years experience, having worked across multiple sectors and with both not-for-profit and corporate clients of all sizes.

My Values.

  • Authentic

    I do not rely on AI to write grants. While I acknowledge its value, it can be both factually incorrect, fail to answer the question, and absolutely cannot replace the authentic ‘voice of the client’.

  • Flexible

    I believe in working with people in a way that works for them, so while I have indicative services, they are flexible and can be tailored to the client’s needs.

  • No Success Fees

    I believe that any grant I secure should be solely for the benefit of the client and charging any sort of success fee (as many competitors do!) goes completely against my principles.

  • Story-Telling

    Passion and story-telling, in an authentic tone and voice, is key to any grant application.

My Services.

All services can be delivered on a project (one-off) basis, but equally, many clients choose a daily rate to allow for more flexibility and multiple applications.

Grants Strategy

If you know you need grants, but you’re not sure where to start, this is for you. Covering potential funders, suggested approaches, eligibility and deadlines, this one is all about the research and the planning.

An Expert Perspective

This is perfect if you want to write your grant yourself, but you want an expert to case their eye over your work before you submit.

Done For You

This is the one where you leave (almost!) the whole thing to me and I take the lead on crafting your application(s).

Success So Far

Approximately £7m worth of grants have been awarded with my support.

Most Recent Successful Grants

£238,000 from the National Lottery

£100,000 from Innovate UK

  • “Anna has been exceptional in supporting my team in developing KTPs and business development strategies.

    Her pragmatism, eye for detail and understanding of research commercialisation development has been invaluable in increasing academic understanding and the development of reasoned and successful KTP applications.”

    Ashley Ritchie
    Head of Knowledge Exchange, Enterprise, and Impact | University of London

  • “I was thoroughly impressed by her professionalism and expertise.

    I had the pleasure of working with Anna Verghese on a recent grant application for Cybrix 360 AI, and I was thoroughly impressed by her professionalism and expertise. Anna brought a deep knowledge of the process, combined with an exceptional attention to detail that ensured everything was flawlessly executed. It's not often you come across someone who combines both strategic insight and meticulous follow-through, but Anna exemplifies just that. I would gladly recommend Anna for any project or collaboration. It was a pleasure working with her.”

    Hari Prasanna Kumar
    CEO | Kranium AI

  • "Personable, professional, and patient are but a few words to describe Anna's approach to the workplace.

    I worked with Anna when I joined the project between Oxford Brookes University and ProspectSoft as a KTP Associate. During the two-year project, Anna would always take the time out to offer me support and advice. Personable, professional, and patient are but a few words to describe Anna's approach to the workplace. She is a wonderful person to work alongside and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone.”

    Methuselah Singh
    AI Developer | Project Manager

  • "Anna’s knowledge about KTP is exceptional, she has the unique skill of being able to work across both academia and business.

    Her professional approach to building relationships and ability to develop projects that deliver growth, train skilled graduate and innovate is excellent. I have worked with Anna for a number of years and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.”

    Carol McAnally
    Academic Impact, Knowledge Exchange and Commercialisation Professional | Oxford Brookes University

  • "Anna took the time to offer some amazing advice on bid writing for the CIC I am part of.

    As a newbie to the whole charity space, especially in the area of looking and applying for funding, Anna broke everything down and gave me some crucial advice that I don't think I will ever forget. Anna was patient with all of the questions I threw at her no matter how stupid I thought they were and helped me to feel confident enough to start writing my first applications. Anna has also offered follow up support which I will most definitely taking advantage of. I honestly can't recommend Anna highly enough she really is fantastic.”

    Travis Cooper
    Staff Management | Operations | Customer Service & Success

  • "Thanks to Anna, we submitted a much improved application, prepared in a short time frame, with absolutely no drama.

    Anna helped us prepare our application for an Innovate UK Grant. She joined the project at short notice after we were let down by another advisor and she made a fantastic contribution. Her advice was well informed and complemented here down to earth approach.”

    Angus Scott
    CEO and Founder of Artclear | Financial Transaction Management Expert

  • "Anna is an energetic, motivational and extremely knowledge business women who has helped me consider my true purpose and achieve clarity around my goals and how best to achieve them.

    Anna’s ongoing support, belief in me and energy with both my goals and those of other people I have referred to her are testimony to her personal interest and also the passion she puts into her clients work. If you have a puzzle working your business or the options for a new one - Anna is who you need to talk to!”

    Denise Greene
    Founder & CEO | Beyond Boundaries Foundation

  • "I have worked with Anna on a number of projects via the Knowledge Transfer Partnerships programme and have always found her to be very professional, personable and diligent in her approach.

    As a project manager, she is very organised in both planning and implementation, and she can be relied upon by partners to support them throughout. With new business, she takes time to understand the client’s needs and drivers, and is skilled in developing and delivering appropriate solutions to meet them.”

    Annie Hartnell
    Hedonist / Artist