Our Mission
To empower nonprofit leaders with the resources, strategy, and support to secure funding and create lasting impact in their communities.
At KG Strategic, we understand how challenging it can be for nonprofits to secure the funding they need to thrive. Founded by Jared Krieger—an experienced grant strategist with over five years of hands-on success in the nonprofit sector—we help turn bold visions into fully funded realities.
Backed by advanced degrees in Homeland Security, Disaster Management, and Business Administration—and currently pursuing a doctorate in Nonprofit Management and Leadership—Jared leads his team with expertise and heart on every engagement.
KG Strategic is committed to helping you navigate the complex world of grant funding so you can stay focused on what matters most: driving real impact in your community.
Our Approach
Support That Moves Your Mission Forward.
Discovery & Discussion
We take the time to truly understand your organization—its mission, goals, challenges, and timeline—so we can build a path forward together.
Research & Strategy
Using our trusted network of hundreds of private foundations, public grant programs, family foundations, corporate foundations, and more, we match your work with funding sources that align with your values and vision.
Proposal Development
Our team delivers customized, compelling, grant proposals that highlight your organization’s strengths and align with funder priorities.
Compliance & Support
You will receive ongoing support to ensure compliance with grant requirements, setting you up for long-term success.
Federal Grant-Making Agencies
50 States have grant-making bodies
Private Foundations in the U.S
Faith-based funders
Family Foundations
Corporate Foundations
Tribal and territorial funders
Community foundations
Meet Your Grant Strategists
Experienced, detail-driven, and invested in your success
Jared M. Krieger
Chief Executive Officer
Jared is a grant-writing leader with 5+ years across federal, state, and private funding and an MBA. He holds a B.A. in Homeland Security, an M.S. in Homeland Security & Disaster Management, and board certifications in Security Management and Physical Security. Jared has authored 1,000+ proposals with a success rate above 90%, securing $100M+ for clients. He has built a team that backs its work with a money-back guarantee—because they know how to craft compliant, funder-aligned proposals that get approved. Jared blends rigorous compliance, straightforward storytelling, and strategic judgment to deliver results.
Matthew Goodman
Chief Operating Officer
Matt served as Director of Security for a private security company for over 10 years, where he led operations focused on safety, risk mitigation, and crisis response. His security background uniquely equips him to help nonprofits protect what matters most: people, property, and purpose. He identifies vulnerabilities and aligns them with strategic grant opportunities to fund everything from infrastructure upgrades to enhanced programming and community outreach.
Phil Kline
Director of Operations
Phil served six years in the Air Force as a military police officer, specializing in anti-terrorism and overseas base security operations. With deep experience in security management and leading large teams, he brings a disciplined, mission-driven approach to his work. As a Leadership & Strategy Consultant, Phil focuses on each client’s organizational priorities and long-term objectives, guiding them through complex initiatives with the same strategic clarity and operational rigor that defined his military career. Detail-oriented and approachable, Phil is friendly, responsive, and ready to support clients at every stage of the process.
Cassie Lilly
Executive Director of Strategic Funding
Cassie Lilly is a grant writer and development strategist with a Master’s of Science in Nonprofit Fundraising Management from Louisiana State University (Geaux Tigers). She specializes in humanitarian aid and children’s programs, with a strong focus on hunger and food insecurity. Cassie brings a rare blend of strategic thinking, compelling storytelling, and practical execution to every client engagement. She is currently pursuing her MBA with a concentration in Adaptive Leadership and Social Change. Based in Baltimore, she lives with her dachshund, Norman, and a large, unruly plant collection.
Nicete Moodie
Director of Client Success
Nicete ensures every client experience is smooth, responsive, and well-organized from first contact through submission and follow-up. She serves as a primary point of communication, coordinating timelines, managing requests, and keeping information flowing clearly between clients and the grant team. Nicete supports onboarding, tracks deadlines and deliverables, and helps maintain accurate client records and portals so nothing falls through the cracks. With a steady, service-oriented approach, she helps clients feel informed and supported while enabling the team to stay focused on strategy, writing, and results.
Reverend Kim Lagree
Director of Private Funding
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Apryl Alston
Director of Public Funding
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Lisa Weaver
Director of Business Development
Lisa holds a dual Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Anthropology, grounding her work in a deep understanding of people, communities, and social systems. She brings nearly a decade of experience in leadership, training, and strategic development, with a strong focus on mission-driven organizations. Her background includes building and stewarding relationships with stakeholders, supporting fundraising and program growth, and working closely with boards and leadership to advance organizational impact with integrity, accountability, and compassion.
Maria Hixon
Business Development Manager (Florida)
Maria is a seasoned communications and fund development professional with 17+ years of experience advancing community engagement and strategic fundraising across nonprofit and private sectors. She has a strong track record in leading development programs, securing major gifts, and building high-impact partnerships. Her expertise includes rebranding, grant strategy, and signature fundraising events, supported by a hands-on approach to donor and community relations. She has held leadership roles in regional and national nonprofits and higher education, where she built donor pipelines and led cross-functional initiatives to drive mission-focused outcomes.
Donald Kropfelder
Business Development Manager (Maryland)
Donald is a veteran nonprofit and community development professional with more than three decades of experience building relationships, growing fundraising efforts, and advancing mission-driven initiatives. Known for connecting organizations with donors, volunteers, corporate sponsors, and community leaders, he helps expand philanthropic support and drive lasting community impact.
Widely respected for fostering authentic partnerships, Donald brings a relationship-centered approach to nonprofit leadership rooted in thoughtful stewardship, collaboration, and community engagement.
Maggie Golias
Business Development Manager (Midwest)
Maggie was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from Governor State University, providing a strong foundation in understanding complex systems, people, and organizational dynamics. She brings over 12 years of experience in business development, specializing in driving strategic growth across manufacturing, technology, and government sectors. She excels in leadership and consistent partnership development with her clients.
In her current work, Maggie partners with nonprofit leaders across the Midwest to solve one of their most critical challenges: securing consistent, strategic funding. She works alongside mission-driven organizations to identify the right funding opportunities, strengthen their positioning, and build sustainable growth strategies. Her focus is not just on winning grants, but on creating long-term funding success that allows organizations to scale their impact with confidence. Maggie enjoys fitness and being a dog mom.
Keith Manley
Business Development Manager (Southeast)
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Matthew Weiner
Grant Consultant
Matthew is a grants and philanthropy professional with over five years of experience securing foundation, government, and community funding for initiatives spanning affordable housing, food security, resident services, community development, and youth programs. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Administration and an MBA with a focus on leadership and team development.
Known for translating complex program needs into clear, funder-aligned proposals, Matthew builds strong relationships that support long-term, sustainable impact. His strategic, research-driven approach to funding helps organizations strengthen outcomes, expand capacity, and scale their work with confidence.
Adam Stockman
Grant Consultant
Adam brings a strong storytelling instinct to the grant writing process, helping turn complex missions into clear, compelling proposals that connect with funders. He combines empathy with an eye for detail, making sure each application highlights real impact while staying closely aligned with funder priorities and guidelines. At KG Strategic, Adam’s role is to help strengthen our clients case for support through thoughtful research, clear structure, and precise language. His goal is to create proposals that are credible, engaging, and easy for funders to understand. Adam holds a Liberal Arts degree from Sarah Lawrence College in New York. You’ll often find Adam with a book in hand, or learning a new recipe. He is also D&D Dungeon Master and loves all types of board games.
Hugh Kelly
Grants Consultant
Hugh Kelly, JD, is a veteran grant writer and strategist specializing in securing multimillion-dollar federal and state awards. With a background in higher education and nonprofit leadership, he is a persuasive advocate for healthcare and community development initiatives.
Based in the Pacific Northwest, Hugh designs strategic mission-driven proposals with a portfolio focused on disability studies, behavioral health, and vulnerable populations. He holds a longstanding commitment to public service and fostering lasting community outcomes.
Patrick Kenney
Grant Consultant
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Deborah Samuels
Grant Consultant
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Cheri Sanzi
Government Grants Consultant
Cheri Sanzi is a nonprofit executive with nearly 20 years of experience leading mission-driven organizations through growth, operational transformation, and long-term sustainability. She joined KG Strategic Consultants in 2026, bringing expertise in grant writing, strategy, leadership, and human services administration.
Julia Casey
Marketing & Development Specialist
Julia Casey is a Marketing & Development Specialist at KG Strategic Consultants, where she supports the firm’s mission of helping nonprofits secure and manage critical grant funding. She brings a background in marketing, client engagement, and project coordination, helping organizations strengthen their communications and outreach as they pursue funding opportunities. Julia manages social media, develops sales and marketing collateral, and assists with client requests to ensure partners have the resources they need throughout the grant development process. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from Towson University. Based in Baltimore, Julia enjoys cooking, reading, and spending time with friends. She is passionate about helping organizations tell their stories and connect with the resources they need to make a greater impact in their communities.
Nichole Long
Client Success Manager
