Our Team
Eleanor Whitmore — Founder & Lead Grant Strategist
Eleanor is the driving force behind Royal Grants, bringing a strong background in fundraising strategy, grant prospecting, and nonprofit development. She is also a member of the Grant Professionals Association (GPA). She specializes in identifying high-probability funding opportunities and crafting compelling funding strategies that align with donor priorities.
With hands-on experience supporting nonprofits, startups, and social impact initiatives, Eleanor has led successful grant applications across sectors including community development, education, and humanitarian programs in the US and globally. Her approach combines strategic insight with practical execution, ensuring clients not only secure funding but build sustainable fundraising systems.
Amanda Clarke — Senior Grant Writer
Amanda is a certified grant writer with extensive experience developing winning proposals for foundations, corporations, and government agencies. She is known for translating complex program ideas into clear, persuasive narratives that resonate with funders.
Her expertise spans proposal writing, editing, and compliance, ensuring every application meets strict funder requirements. Amanda has contributed to successful funding across sectors such as healthcare, housing, and social services.
Felix M. — Grant Research & Prospecting Specialist
Felix leads the grant prospect research department, identifying and analyzing funding opportunities from thousands of databases and sources. He specializes in matching organizations with the most relevant funders to increase success rates.
With a background in data analysis and international development, Felix ensures that every client receives a targeted, high-quality pipeline of grant opportunities aligned with their mission and capacity.
Sophia Martinez — Nonprofit Strategy & Development Consultant
Sophia focuses on strengthening organizations beyond grant writing. She works closely with clients on program design, fundraising strategy, and organizational readiness to improve competitiveness for funding.
Her expertise includes donor engagement strategies, program structuring, and long-term sustainability planning—helping organizations move from short-term funding wins to long-term growth.
James Whitaker — Digital Fundraising & Systems Specialist
James supports clients in building modern fundraising systems, including donor engagement funnels, CRM integration, and digital campaigns.
He helps nonprofits adapt to the digital landscape by combining technology with fundraising strategy—ensuring organizations can attract, engage, and retain donors effectively.