Cynthia Radley
Fresno,California
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in overseeing grant-funded programs, ensuring compliance, and managing budgets and grant reporting. Possesses in-depth knowledge of federal grant regulations, invoicing, and reimbursement processes. Committed to fostering team collaboration and enhancing operational efficiency while consistently achieving measurable outcomes. Proven ability to navigate complex funding landscapes and drive program success through strategic planning and execution.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grant Writing Consultant
Self Employed Writer
Las Vegas, NV
01.2017 - Current
- Write and/or edit grant proposals for clients
- Review, edit and provide feedback on organization materials and draft grants
University Instructor
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
01.2014 - Current
- Teach grants management and fiscal oversight of non-profits
Government Grants Manager
Three Square Food Bank
Las Vegas, NV
01.2013 - Current
- Responsible for creation and management of grant budgets
- Responsible for reimbursements for government grants and contracts of $7+ million annually
- Write grants
- Oversee compliance of and manage federal and state government grants
- Project Manager for No Kid Hungry Social Innovation Fund grant
Building Healthy Communities AmeriCorps Facilitator
Regional Access Project
Palm Desert, CA
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Facilitated meetings of community organizations to design a program
- Oversaw AmeriCorps mentoring program in middle schools
- Supervised AmeriCorps members/paid volunteers
- Designed and implemented trainings
- Responsible for program budget and finances
- Acted as liaison to school district
Trainer
Regional Access Project
Palm Desert, CA
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Designed and implemented trainings and computer classes for organizations
- Delivered CalSAC (California School-Age Consortium) trainings.
Executive Director & AmeriCorps Program Director
The Valley Partnership
Palm Desert & Coachella, CA
01.2003 - 01.2013
- Oversaw educational programs in local schools
- Supervised staff and AmeriCorps members/paid volunteers
- Networked and collaborated with community organizations
- Responsible for grant writing, grant management and fund development
- Responsible for administrative and fiscal duties of non-profit organization
- Acted as liaison to Board of Directors
- Designed and implemented trainings and workshops
Education
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University of California Riverside Extension
Palm Desert, CAMaster of Education - Instructional Technology & Instructional Design
American Intercontinental University Online
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California State University Fresno
Fresno, CAB.A. - Foreign Languages, with emphasis in religious studies and music education
Lebanon Valley College
Annville, PASkills
Grant Management
Budget Management
Grant Writing
Certification
- Endorsed CalSAC Trainer
- California and Pennsylvania Preliminary Single Subject Teaching Credential (French)
- CBEST Certified
Timeline
Grant Writing Consultant
Self Employed Writer
01.2017 - Current
University Instructor
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
01.2014 - Current
Government Grants Manager
Three Square Food Bank
01.2013 - Current
Building Healthy Communities AmeriCorps Facilitator
Regional Access Project
01.2010 - 01.2013
Trainer
Regional Access Project
01.2008 - 01.2013
Executive Director & AmeriCorps Program Director
The Valley Partnership
01.2003 - 01.2013
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University of California Riverside Extension
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California State University Fresno
B.A. - Foreign Languages, with emphasis in religious studies and music education
Lebanon Valley College
Master of Education - Instructional Technology & Instructional Design
American Intercontinental University Online
COMMUNITY SERVICE
- Family Health & Support Network, Inc., Board Member
- Girl Scout Leader & Trainer, Fresno, CA
- Church Work, Fresno, Coalinga, Corcoran, Palm Desert & Yucca Valley, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Ordained to the Diaconate in the Anglican Church, Designed & implemented youth & adult education programs, Music Director/Worship Leader, Acolyte Director and Trainer, Lay Eucharistic Minister and Lay Reader
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
- 2018 Member of Nevada State Grant Policy Community Review Team
- 2019 & 2024 Presenter at Silver State Grant Conference