About Us
Rural Grant Resources
Rural Grant Resources, LLC is a professional consulting firm based in Oregon, specializing in strategic grant writing, grant management, and fiscal compliance support with a particular focus on rural and underserved communities. Founded and led by Natalie Parker, Rural Grant Resources offers comprehensive services to municipalities, agencies, and mission-driven organizations seeking funding and operational clarity.
With expertise in navigating complex federal requirements — including Uniform Guidance (UGG) and 2 CFR Part 200 — RURAL GRANT RESOURCES is staffed to support clients at every stage of the funding lifecycle: from concept development and business planning to grant compliance, drawdowns, and long-term reporting.
Core Services Include:
- Grant writing (Federal, State, and Private Funding).
- Grant management and subrecipient oversight.
- Technical assistance with Federal Regulations (UGG, 2 CFR 200).
- Strategic planning and project development.
- Business and operational plans.
- Coaching and consultation for growth-stage organizations.
Rural Grant Resources is powered by a small, dynamic team including:
- A seasoned grant strategist and development consultant.
- An on-staff engineer specializing in review of technical RFPs/RFQs and infrastructure-related proposals.
- A bilingual administrative assistant who provides Spanish-language support, outreach, and coordination.
RURAL GRANT RESOURCES current and past work includes managing multimillion-dollar federal projects, supporting economic development initiatives, and helping both public entities and private organizations access transformative funding opportunities.
Natalie Parker is the founder of Rural Grant Resources, LLC, bringing over a decade of experience in grant writing and management, including Federal, State, and local competitive grants. Having worked across local government, education, and private industry, Natalie has developed a deep understanding of not just grant writing, but also grant compliance and reporting. A proud ag wife and mother, Natalie enjoys cheering for local sports teams, traveling with her family, and staying up-to-date with the latest books.
Our Specialties
Rural Grant Resources, LLC was founded with a singular mission: to empower rural communities, businesses, and organizations by providing comprehensive grant writing, management, and technical assistance services. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities faced by rural areas, we are committed to helping our clients secure the funding they need to achieve their goals sustainably.