“Jono Marcus worked with Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence (NDS) for 10 years as a fund development consultant. Jono was an important contributor to the survival and growth of our agency. Jono secured approximately 70% of our revenue through federal, state and local grants. He identified and authored private foundations grants, building relationships for NDS. Jono developed an expertise in marketing and utilized those skills for NDS. Jono fit in to our culture nicely and was available to us when we needed his consultation. I would highly recommend Jono for any development related need. You will not be disappointed.”
-Kathleen Krenek
Executive Director, Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence
“It has been a pleasure to work on a team with Jono Marcus. His professionalism, attention to detail and grant writing skills make our organization a great success year after year. Even in times when deadlines need to be met or copy needs to be written, he brings a keen sense of humor to the situation which is often critically needed and appreciated. I would wholeheartedly recommend Jono as he is a team player…and that means a lot to me.”
-Donna Knowlton
Former Director of Development, Next Door Solutions to Domestic Violence
Corporate Relations Officer, Second Harvest Food Bank
“Jono Marcus is a top-notch grantwriter. I appreciate his ability to navigate the grant requirements for foundations, as well as corporate and government funders. In addition, Jono is more than a grantwriter. He provides sound feedback on strategy and is a good resource with whom to brainstorm. He is timely and responsive, and works to frame our message to potential funders. I consider him an integral part of our fund development team.”
-Vanessa Shieh
Associate Director, The School of Arts and Culture at MHP
“Here is what I know about working with Jono – whenever we are working on a project together I know that I will get thorough research, thoughtful questions to guide the project, top-notch writing, and an exceptional final product that is always submitted on time, plus more than a few laughs along the way. What more can I want from a valued colleague?”
-Lisa Breen Strickland
Principal, The Strickland Group
Development Director, Fresh Lifelines for Youth (FLY)
After a consultant search, I selected Jono Marcus to assist me with grant proposal submissions. Previous staff within my organization and external partner agencies had recommended him, and now I understand why. Jono and his team have been responsive, quick and thorough in responding to every RFP and grant opportunity that I have assigned. If (more likely, when) an obstacle or new direction pops up mid-proposal, Jono is adept at keeping the project on track and maintaining its integrity.
Besides the tasks in front of us, Jono keeps his eye on other opportunities. I appreciate the many times that he has led me to other funders, and kept my organization abreast of new possible funding sources. Jono has an uncanny ability to stay focused on the job, keep eyes and ears open, maintain constant open communication with his client, and inject humor along the way.
Mary Patterson, Director of Strategic Partnerships at The Health Trust
Jono has been a true life-saver for Cristo Rey. Not only did he help us to solidify effective systems and procedures around processing grants, he also helped us to develop a well-thought out and thorough fund development plan, grant template and grant calendar. He is timely and thoughtful in his work and has encouraged us to increase our effectiveness as well. We have received great feedback from our board and more importantly have received funding due to his hard work and great collaborative skills. I would recommend Jono and his team to anyone looking to expand their grants program.
Shelby Saso, Director of Advancement at Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School
Jono has been our grants consultant since 2007. His commitment, professionalism. and his knowledge of the complete grants process is very commendable. His willingness to be flexible at short notice (as is often needed with non-profits), is also what makes him an integral part of our team.
Rama Dharmarajan, Executive Director Maitri