
Katie Searle (she/her)
Senior Consultant
Hometown
McMinnville, OR
Current Town
McMinnville, OR
Why I Love This Work
For my undergraduate degree, I studied International Cultural Studies with an emphasis in communication and conflict resolution. I have a deep interest in social issues, culture, and human rights and I find myself gravitating to opportunities to both learn about and help others. I am incredibly eager and motivated to contribute my conflict resolution experience, mediation skills, and honed communication skills to the betterment of the world. These skills and passions have led me to become a certified mediator, philanthropic consultant, and grant writer, focusing my work on advocating for and on behalf of traditionally underserved and under-heard communities, such as: BIPOC communities, survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault, families and elderly individuals experiencing homelessness and food insecurity, formerly incarcerated individuals, youth aging out of foster care, and adults with developmental disabilities.
Services & Areas of Expertise
Grant research and strategy; Grant writing
Notable Projects
Drawing upon more than 13 years of expertise encompassing experience in grant research, technical and grant writing, nonprofit consulting, grant management, editorial, small business administration and as a certified mediator and an empathic ally, I deliberately share my skills and work in partnerships that support vulnerable populations with compassion and care. I take pride in a consistently successful track record of securing grant awards, and a happy returning client roster I love collaborating with.
Sectors I've Worked In
Publishing + Human Services
Fun Fact
I love spending time in nature, being and playing with my daughter, reading in a cozy chair, and trying my hand at new art hobbies (currently watercolor).
Education
BA from BYU-Hawaii; International Peacebuilding, Mediation Certificate
