About LaTonya
A grant writer who builds pathways.
Grant writer, consultant, dancer and youth development coach, here to help underserved small business owners and organizations get funded.
Meet the founder
LaTonya Chante
I'm the founder of The Grant Society, a company built on my passion for writing, research, and helping people turn promising ideas into funded opportunities. With 10 years of writing experience and a strong understanding of both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, I bring a thoughtful, strategic approach to grant writing. I believe a compelling proposal does more than ask for funding. It shows the purpose, potential, and people behind the work.
I started The Grant Society to help others become confident grant writers and better navigate the funding process. Through practical guidance, careful research, and a focus on clear, persuasive storytelling, my goal is to help individuals and organizations communicate their value and pursue opportunities that support their mission. At the heart of my work is a simple belief: when people have the right tools to tell their stories, they can create meaningful change.
Where I stand
Funding should not depend on who you know.
My vision is to empower underserved small business owners and organizations by providing expert grant writing services that unlock their potential.
I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to turn their dreams into reality, regardless of their resources or experience.
Through dedicated support, education and collaboration, I strive to create pathways for funding that foster growth and sustainability in our communities.
Built on community. Funded by design.
Track record
What the work has produced.
Secured in grants for small Black businesses and nonprofits.
Kinds of clients: small businesses, nonprofits and city organizations.
For helping small Black business owners win grants.
Who I work with
If you are looking for funding, this is for you.
Small businesses
Owners turning a passion into a business who need capital to grow.
Nonprofits
Teams that need dependable funding to keep programs running.
City organizations
Public groups building programs that serve their communities.
Schools and startups
Educators and new ventures who want the money they need to thrive.
Individuals
Anyone looking for grants who wants a clear place to start.
Beyond the proposal
Teaching, dance and young people.
LaTonya is also a dancer and a youth development coach. That shapes how she teaches: grant writing made approachable, hands-on and a little more fun than the usual paperwork.
Not sure where to start? Start with a $10 call.
Fifteen minutes to ask your questions about the grant process and to help LaTonya find the best plan for you.