Navigating Opportunity.
Elevating Success.

Cardinal Grant Solutions LLC is a boutique grant consulting firm that helps cultural, youth-serving, and community-based institutions deepen their work and accelerate their impact.

CGS has the expertise to help your nonprofit find transformational grant opportunities, build mission-aligned partnerships, and win more grants.

$25 MILLION in grants won for nonprofits

I have helped nonprofits build their capacity and break grant revenue records at their organizations. Now, I want to leverage my years of experience and technical knowledge so you can win more grants and unlock potential for your organization and the people you serve.

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Allyson Leyenberger, CFRE

Founder and Principal

Allyson is a Certified Fundraising Executive who has worked to advance the mission of notable cultural and educational organizations by building relationships, securing five- to seven-figure gifts, and achieving multi-million dollar goals. She has raised $25 million in annual fund, special project, and capital gifts throughout her career. Her primary skills and expertise include crafting compelling narratives and data-driven materials, prospect research, project management, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders.

Expertise working with

Private and Public Foundations

CSR and Corporate Foundations

Local, State, and Federal Funding Agencies

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Know that you need grant support, and not sure where to start? Contact us and we’ll help you get on the path to grant success!