Management Consulting for Nonprofits & Public Agencies

Every leader faces thorny problems alone. They don’t have to.

I am a thought partner, strategic advisor, and expert policy writer who takes direct responsibility for the complex work that moves your mission forward.

59 grants written · 31 won · A 53% success rate — more than double the industry standard

Let’s Talk About Your Challenge See What I Do

What to Do When You Don’t Know Where to Start

I work at the intersection of strategy and execution — thinking deeply about complex problems, then producing the written work that drives real solutions. Focused on health and human services, I provide three core services:

Securing Resources — Grant Writing & Funding Strategy

I specialize in assessing right-fit opportunities, developing relationships and credibility that attract support, and writing well-crafted proposals that rely on solid logic models and best practices. Across my career I have won over half of the proposals written.

Developing Innovation — Program Design & Development

Elegant program design is grounded in evidence, community values, and fundable structure, with realistic budgets that support the project. I help organizations design new approaches to tackle stubborn problems, and build the case for why they work.

Ensuring Quality — Compliance, Reporting & Evaluation

This is the work after the win: post-award compliance, program manuals, dissemination of best practices, and funder reports that demonstrate impact and build accountability. I have personally administered 13 awarded grants.

The Right Partner For High Stakes And Hard Problems

I work with nonprofit organizations, public agencies, and mission-driven providers — decision makers facing complex challenges who need a strategic partner and experienced policy developer in their corner.

People call me for strategic firepower on demand — serious thinking and serious writing when the stakes are high. I built my expertise over decades in California health and human services policy; today I serve organizations nationwide, with recent projects in California, New York, Arizona, Nevada, and Maine.

What that looks like in practice

Three services, one standard: senior-level strategic thinking and policy writing to back it up.

Laurel Mildred, MSW

Principal

“Laurel’s work is of the highest caliber.”

“Not only in her writing, policy analysis, and communication skills, but in her ability to forge consensus among a variety of interests.” — Sarah Steenhausen, Senior Leader in California Aging and Disability Policy

Grant Success Rate

More than double the industry standard

Designed and advocated for over $140 million in public mental health investments · $2.1M+ raised for clients · 85+ organizations served · 27+ years of experience in health, behavioral health, aging, and disability services.

Securing Resources

Compelling proposals that align your mission with funder priorities — from needs assessment and funding strategy through letters of inquiry, full applications, and budget narratives. I have won 31 grant awards over my career, including a successful 2025 Mother Cabrini Health Foundation proposal for a Black-serving community-based organization in Buffalo, New York.

Developing Innovation

Evidence-based program models designed for impact and structured for fundability. I helped design the funding priorities implementing California’s Mental Health Services Act — including $140 million in statewide stigma-reduction and student mental health initiatives that were adopted and implemented, as well as collaborating with other leaders to establish a $60 million initiative to reduce disparities in mental health care.

Ensuring Quality and Compliance

The work after the win, done right: post-award administration and compliance, integrated program manuals, white papers and dissemination of best practices, and impactful funder reports. I have personally administered 13 awarded grants and built operational systems for providers in 4 states.

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What clients and colleagues say

Senior leaders across the nonprofit and public sector have trusted
Do Right Enterprises with their most complex and high-stakes work.

“Laurel Mildred listens”
She’s also attuned to values. The result is writing that captures the facts and the greater purpose. — Jack Hailey, Former Staff Director, California Senate Committee on Health and Human Services
“Capable, brilliant and perceptive”
There are few people throughout my professional tenure whom I would judge to be as capable, brilliant and perceptive as Laurel; and whenever possible I would definitely want her on my side of the table. — Damian Chase-Begay, PhD, MS, Associate Professor, University of Montana
“Exceptional work”
You will find Laurel Mildred’s work to be exceptional. She is driven by a passion to analyze challenging situations and to find resourceful solutions that enhance the lives of individuals and the effectiveness of organizations. — Bert Bettis, Health & Human Services Division Manager (Retired), Sacramento County

These comments were provided without compensation by colleagues, clients and associates. They reflect individual experiences; all projects are unique and results may vary.

What are you up against?

I love to hear about your work and think out loud about strategies for success. No lengthy intake form — just a conversation about your challenge.

Email:

Laurel.Mildred@doright-enterprises.com

Based in:

Sheridan, Wyoming · Serving mission-driven organizations nationwide · Deep California expertise