MPA, GPC, PMP

Dr.  Judy Riffle is a former K-12 teacher, education specialist, University of  Hawaii new teacher mentor, and school district office administrator with degrees in special education (University of Texas at San Antonio), Deaf education (University of the Incarnate Word), and educational leadership in higher education (University of Southern California). Her doctoral dissertation focused on prevention of college campus violence against women. Judy owns Santa Cruz Grants & Consulting, LLC, and has raised over $35.5 million through grants and fundraising. She has nearly a decade of of grant management experience with grant recipient and subrecipient entities.   Judy is a subject matter expert in a host of grant areas, including: Advocacy/Social  Justice, Community Colleges, Healthcare, Higher Education, Human Services, K-12  Education/Special Education, Libraries, Public Safety, School Safety, Criminal  Justice, Development & Physical Disabilities, Early Childhood Education,  Economic Development, College & Career Readiness, Telemedicine, Mental  Health, Hospitals, Military Veterans, Animal Welfare, Corporate Grants,  Community Organizations/Development, Historic Preservation, Chamber of  Commerce, Homelessness, Law Enforcement, Rural Education, Homelessness,  STEM/STEAM, Youth Development, Hearing Impairments/Deafness, and Performing  Arts/Dance. Her pre- and post-award training experience includes tips from a grant peer reviewer, grant readiness, the grant cycle, K-12 education grants,  single audits, federal grants compliance (2 CFR), how to write a grant, collaboration with partners/teams, and mindfulness for grant professionals.

Jasmine  Markanday is a unique blend of a seasoned grant professional and a financial expert with over two decades of experience in the nonprofit sector. Her specialization in Federal grant readiness, research, writing, and management,  coupled with her robust background as an accountant and a consultant, has honed her deep expertise in grant compliance, particularly concerning 2 CFR 200 and  Federal Administrative Regulations.   Since  2014, Jasmine's strategic approach and extensive knowledge have led to significant financial gains for numerous organizations. Her successful negotiation of indirect cost rates has resulted in an estimated additional revenue of $500,000, a testament to her effectiveness and value in the field.   Jasmine holds several esteemed certifications, including Certified Grants Management  Specialist (CGMS), Grant Professional Certified (GPC), and Registered Product  Owner (RPO). She is also an approved trainer by the Grant Professionals  Association (GPA), further underscoring her proficiency and commitment to advancing the field of grants.   Jasmine holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Emporia State  University and an MBA in Healthcare Administration from MidAmerica Nazarene  University. Her academic foundation and practical experience enable her to comprehensively support her clients.

Jenni Moreno is a consultant and coach with a strong background in finance, training, and nonprofit support. She helps nonprofits and businesses build confidence in navigating federal grant compliance. Jenni began her career in bookkeeping and banking, later expanding into coaching and capacity-building for community-based organizations. Since 2020, she has focused on federal grants management and 2 CFR compliance, supporting organizations, many new to federal funding, through the full grant lifecycle, audits, and system improvements.Her coaching style is rooted in curiosity, collaboration, and a lighthearted approach that puts people at ease. Jenni believes effective compliance doesn’t come from having all the answers. It comes from asking the right questions, creating space for learning, and building trust through clear, calm communication. She helps teams move from uncertainty to clarity with a practical, people-centered approach.