Freelance grant writer and editor Robyn Santa Maria smiling at the camera.

Writing and editing grant applications that secure funding for businesses, non-profits and social enterprises.

“We were working to a tight deadline, which we achieved due to Robyn’s quick grasp of the subject and few revisions.”

You’re on a mission to have an impact.

I’m on a mission to help you secure funding to make that happen.

Let’s connect and work together!

For the past twenty-plus years, I've worked across industries and international borders, learning from and contributing to the work of public-sector agencies, privately owned businesses, and non-profit founders.

I've taken everything I've learned from asking thoughtful questions of subject matter experts, thinking strategically and critically, and writing many communication materials and rolled it into what I do now: writing and editing grant applications that secure funding.

My work has spanned business cases, proposals, and grant applications for multi-million-dollar city-shaping projects and community campaigns that change people’s lives, especially the lives of women and girls.

I'm based in France and work exclusively in English. Since going freelance in 2016, I've worked with clients and agencies in Europe and Australia.

What clients have said about my work.

  • “I'm grateful to have worked with Robyn on two successful pitches, including my NatWest Women in Business Crowdfunder application.”

    Bridget Credland Dey, United Kingdom

  • “Robyn is intelligent, creative, and willing to work with people from different backgrounds. We've secured funding thanks to Robyn's contributions.”

    Willie Doaemo, Papua New Guinea

  • “Robyn always hits the right tone of voice for our company, using her creative and business writing skills. I recommend her services to anyone!”

    Diana van Kamp-Wieland, Netherlands

  • “Robyn worked on our draft article to improve the quality of writing, adding key points, and making it easier for the reader to understand.”

    Alison Daun, Gibraltar

  • "Robyn quickly understands the subject matter, and is great at making suggestions for improvements in terms of tone and style."

    Jennie Holmes, France

  • "Robyn is a talented writer, taking time to fully understand a brief, do her research, and deliver on time. She's very pleasant to partner with."

    Kirsty Bouysset, France

“Robyn asks smart questions, thinks strategically, and works toward objectives. She also writes beautifully.”