How Niching Down with Federal Housing Grants Helped DeaRonda Scale her Grant Writing Agency

Ready to grow your grant writing business and better serve nonprofits—especially those under new leadership?

In this episode, DeaRonda Harrison, founder and President of June First Firm, shares how she helps nonprofits transform their organizations through strategic grant writing and development support.

We dive into how to understand and pursue federal contract grants, what it takes to become a professional grant writer, and how to consistently attract and increase your client base. DeaRonda also breaks down how to structure retainer agreements with clients, the importance of setting clear boundaries within those relationships, and how retainers can create more stability in your business.

Plus, we explore the role of virtual assistants in supporting your workflow and helping you scale—so you can focus on high-value work while building a sustainable business.

If you’re looking to level up your grant writing career and implement smarter systems for growth, this episode is packed with practical strategies.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

DeaRonda Harrison is the Founder and President of June First Firm, a grant writing and consulting firm that specializes in supporting nonprofits under new leadership to transform and grow their organizations. She is an experienced grant professional who helps organizations secure funding while building strong operational foundations.

DeaRonda is passionate about empowering both nonprofits and grant writers with the tools, systems, and strategies needed to create sustainable impact and long-term success.

OTHER RESOURCES:

Weekly Newsletter: “Write Grants. Get Paid” - Get thought leadership on grant and freelance grant writing strategies every week in your inbox.
https://grantwritingandfunding.com/

Freelance Grant Writer Academy: Replace your Full-Time Income Writing Grants Part-Time from Home.
https://grantwritingandfunding.com/freelance-grant-writer-academy/

Grant Professional Mentorship: Double your Monthly Revenue with an Income Stream Outside of Grant Writing.
https://grantwritingandfunding.com/mentorship

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Holly Rustick
Leading the $1 Billion for Good Movement: By 2030, aspiring and seasoned grant writers inside the Freelance Grant Writer Academy & Grant Professional Mentorship will 1) WIN $1 Billion in Grants, and 2) MAKE $30 Million in their Grant Writing Businesses. We are on our way already.