Eleanor Oydna, CEO

Eleanor Oydna is the CEO and founder of Grant Writers, LLC. She is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), and holds a Certificate in Fundraising from Boston University.

Eleanor’s experience in grant writing began at the University of Alaska Anchorage, and expanded significantly when hired in 2000 at the Rasmuson Foundation to develop the office structure for grant giving on a large scale.  That work included establishing the database for managing the awards, developing reporting and other documents for grantee submission, and establishing the recordkeeping systems.  With over 15 years of philanthropic-related work, Eleanor has provided guidance to individuals and agencies spanning a wide range of disciplines, reviewed hundreds of proposals for funding, and participated in a wide range of fundraising activities. 

You can email Eleanor at:  eleanor @ grantsguide . com (without spaces),  or follow her on Twitter @eleanoroydna, and connect with her on LinkedIn. 

Beth Green

Beth works as a writer, reviewer and editor.  A former Alaska resident, she  holds a bachelor of science degree in Journalism and Mass Communication, and a bachelor of arts degree in Spanish Language and Culture, both from the University of Idaho. Follow Beth on Twitter @bethverde or connect with her on LinkedIn.

Laraine Gordon

Laraine brings over 10 years of experience in grant writing and fundraising, as well as experience serving as a volunteer for a variety of causes.  Laraine brings a structured approach to program planning and enjoys using her creativity to solve complex problems.  Laraine was born and raised in Alaska and received a Bachelor of Arts in Music from the University of Alaska Anchorage. You can follow Laraine on Twitter at @larainemgordon and connect with her on LinkedIn.