At Bear Paww Designs, I help tribal nations, Native-led nonprofits, and community-based programs move forward with clarity and funding. With decades of experience in grant development, program design, and strategic implementation, I offer services that are rooted in cultural integrity and built for results.

🖋️ Grant Writing & Development

Whether you're applying for a federal, state, or foundation grant, I can help:

  • Identify appropriate funding opportunities

  • Develop compelling, culturally relevant narratives

  • Prepare complete and compliant submissions

  • Collaborate with finance and program teams

  • Offer technical assistance post-award

→ Ask about my federal grant success rate or schedule a grant readiness review.

 

📋Grant Review & Editing

Already have a draft? I can provide:

  • Technical editing for clarity and structure

  • Scoring alignment (based on federal FOAs)

  • Narrative coaching and compliance checks

  • Budget narrative refinement

→ Book a fast-turnaround review session for your upcoming deadline.

🛠️ Project & Program Management

I support clients in launching and managing programs that serve their people effectively and sustainably:

  • Program startup support and planning

  • Budget tracking and reporting systems

  • Timeline & deliverable management

  • Coordination with funders and partners

  • Staff and stakeholder engagement

→ Let’s map out your project needs together.

🧭 Strategic Planning & Capacity Building

Grow with intention. I offer support that helps your organization align goals, build internal systems, and strengthen your long-term impact:

  • Facilitation of planning sessions (remote or in-person)

  • Visioning, goal setting, and implementation strategies

  • Tribal council or board alignment workshops

  • Organizational assessments and logic models

  • SOP creation and policy support

→ Need a strategic plan for your next grant? Let’s talk.

🧾 SERVICE OPTIONS

  • Hourly consulting

  • Per-project proposals

  • Retainer partnerships (monthly service bundles)

  • Free 30-minute discovery call for new clients

💼 WHO I WORK WITH

  • Tribal governments & tribal health departments

  • Native-serving nonprofits & community coalitions

  • Urban Indian organizations

  • Grant-funded project teams

  • Tribal colleges, education programs, and housing authorities

Artists Workshops

Instructional Painting | Candle Making | Beading – Peyote

Soap & Bath Products | Weaving / Corn Husk Dolls | Beading – Flat / Applique

Pressed Plants & Resin | Weaving / Willow / Cedar | Beading – Edging

Leather Work | Custom Designs | Jewelry