Nonprofit Reviews for Third Sector Consulting

Client Testimonials

3rd Sector Consulting

Laura is proud to work with many outstanding nonprofits.

Here's what some of them have to say about her.

Laura is a valuable resource in our community. Her presentation this year on fundraising for our monthly Nonprofit Cafe had our highest attendance to date. Laura is able to make fundraising and grant writing accessible to a nonprofit of any size and capacity.
Bridget Wilkinson, Foundation Manager, Bozeman Area Community Foundation

I have already benefited from the practical advice that Laura gave in a grant writing workshop. I emailed a foundation officer to ask a few questions and when she called me back, she gave me a few tips to make our request more likely to be successful!
Sarah DeOpsomer, Development and Programs Manager, Bozeman Public Library Foundation

I can't say enough about all the positive outcomes that Laura has brought to our organization. She's written amazing grants that have been critical to expanding our organization. She's helped me strengthen my writing and improve my communication and contact with individual donors. She's also just truly a joy to talk to and work with.
Kelsie Severson, Director of Development, Mountain Home Montana

Laura's work to help us identify foundations that may fund our work filled an important gap for us. She is professional, and her work is thorough and well researched. I have already recommended her to several other nonprofits, which speaks to my high opinion of her work and of her.
Penelope Pierce, Executive Director, Gallatin Valley Land Trust

Laura has done a great job of providing our school with the necessary tools for successful grant writing. I highly recommend her services to any organization that is looking to improve their level of fundraising.
David Bowman, Director of Development, St. David's School

When the foundation called to tell us we had received an increased award, they said that our proposal [that Laura wrote] was hands down 'the best, the most thorough proposal. Gold star, A+!'
Mary, Director of Donor Relations, Child Bridge

Laura is savvy at research, editing and final production. She is an excellent collaborator, bringing deep knowledge and keen insights to each project we have engaged her in. Add to these skills that she is fun to work with and you have the ideal partner for any consulting situation.
Christy Collum, Director of Development, Reading Connections

When you are seeking a grantwriter who researches, consults and completes the work with collaboration and competency, ask for Laura Rhodes. During a time when nonprofits need competent and reasonable expert grantwriters/ consultants, we found the best in Laura.
Dr. Gladys Robinson, Executive Director, Piedmont Health Services

Working with Laura during our capital campaign was transformational. She knew how to get strong messaging across and secured a 7-figure grant that put us in the final stretch of our campaign! 10 out of 10 recommendation!
Steph Goble, Executive Director, Mountain Home Montana

All I can say is, 'WOW!' You've got this grant writing thing down.
Erica Yaeger, Executive Director, Sci-Tech Discovery Center

I can't tell you how much your classes have taught me and how valuable they are going to be to our Chamber! Whipping our board into shape is the first item on our list and we wouldn't be able to do that in an effective way if it wasn't for you!
Keri Driggers, Membership Director, Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce

Not only is Laura very knowledgeable about nonprofits, but the reports she provided our board are excellent and practical. Laura has excellent listening skills and her positive approach to the vision of BSP helped us rethink our approach to fundraising and grant writing.
Mary Keefer, Board Member, Bozeman Sculpture Park

Laura's workshop was like 'Grant Writing for Dummies' without making the attendees feel 'dumb.'
Amanda Boerboom, Executive Director, Eagle Mount Billings

Laura's prospect report was not merely a matter of her handing us a list. Because Laura cares and is conscientious, her services went above and beyond what was expected. She attended several board meetings and was professional and generous, often giving us specific suggestions that might help us with fundraising.
Chuck Peck, Board Member, Bozeman Sculpture Park

Laura is simply the gold standard! If you're fortunate enough to work with her, your nonprofit will be better off. And if you are the liaison with her, you will be rewarded personally as well. A stellar human being and an expert at her craft, bar none!
Mary Bryan, Co-Founder / Director of Donor Relations, Child Bridge

It is so time consuming to research grants, and having Laura put together a full report on each prospect was extremely valuable to our organization. We also appreciate Laura's expert advice and suggestions on grant proposals that we have submitted.
Neelie Burman, Executive Director, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Gallatin County

A foundation representative just called and said our application [that Laura wrote] was 'the best proposal I've read - EVER!'
Sarah Kennedy, Senior Director of Development, Inspirica

Laura taught a basic grant writing class in which I was enrolled. The class was well thought out and presented. Course material was reinforced by thought-provoking writing exercises. I was impressed with Laura's depth of understanding, critical thinking and ability to convey technical information.
Larry Shotland, Board Member, Public Land/Water Access Association