Consulting Services Readiness Assessment SECTION 1: BUSINESS PROFILE1. Business Name: *2. Business Owner: *3. Business Structure:Non-profitProprietorshipLLCCorporationPartnershipOther4. Year Established:5. Location(s) of Business Operation:6. Website and Social Media Handles:7. Brief Description of Business: (Include products/services offered and your mission or value to the community)SECTION 2: COMMUNITY IMPACT1. Describe the population or community your business serves (e.g., low-income neighborhoods, youth, minority groups, etc.):2. How does your business contribute to economic development, job creation, or community well-being?3. Are you involved in any partnerships, social initiatives, or local programs?SECTION 3: FUNDING HISTORY & READINESS1. Have you previously applied for any grants?YesNo If yes, what grants have you applied for? Were you awarded funding? Provide grant name and amount if known:2. How do you plan on sustaining your business once the grant funds are exhausted?3. What are your main challenges in applying for or managing grants?Lack of timeInexperience with grant writingUnfamiliar with where to find opportunitiesLimited financial documentationOther Reason:4. Do you have the following documents prepared?Business planOperating budgetFinancial statements (P&L, balance sheet)Organizational chart or staffing planCommunity impact or outcome dataSECTION 4: GRANT FUNDING NEEDS1. What is your funding goal or range? (e.g., $10,000–$50,000)2. What would you use the grant funding for? (Check all that apply)Equipment or suppliesStaffing or payrollExpansion or renovationMarketing or outreachTraining or capacity-buildingTechnology upgradesOther Reason:3. Are there specific programs, initiatives, or goals you are trying to fund? (Provide a short description of the project, including timeline and outcomes.)SECTION 5: INTEREST IN GRANT CONSULTING SERVICES1. What type of support are you seeking from a grant consultant? (Check all that apply):Grant research (finding opportunities)Proposal development and writingBudget planningReview and editing of applicationsReporting and compliance supportGrant writing training or coaching2. What is your budget range for grant consulting services?Less than $250$250–$500$500–$1,000$1,000–$2,000More than $2,000Not sure—need to discuss3. Preferred timeline for support:Immediate (0–1 months)Short-term (1–3 months)Long-term (3+ months or ongoing support)Not sure yet4. Additional comments, goals, or concerns you would like to share:SubmitPlease do not fill in this field.