Mentor & Idea Steward

from $125.00
Package Option:

PACKAGE OPTIONS:

  • $125/hour (No minimum commitment - book as needed)

    Perfect for targeted problem-solving and flexible support when you need expert guidance on your timeline.

    What's Included:

    • Single-session intensive mentoring (1-2 hours per booking)

    • Pre-session preparation with your specific challenge or goal

    • Customized frameworks and action steps delivered during our time together

    • Follow-up summary with key takeaways and next steps

    • Resource recommendations specific to your situation

    • Option to schedule additional sessions as needed

    Ideal For: Professionals facing specific challenges, students needing thesis or project guidance, organizations requiring expert input on particular decisions, busy leaders who prefer flexible scheduling, or anyone wanting to "test drive" mentorship before committing to ongoing support.

    Popular Applications: Grant proposal strategy sessions, research methodology consultations, crisis navigation support, presentation coaching, community engagement planning, or strategic decision-making facilitation.

  • $150/month (3-month minimum commitment)

    Perfect for individuals or small organizations in the early stages of idea development.

    What's Included:

    • 2 virtual mentoring sessions per month (45 minutes each)

    • Email support between sessions for quick questions

    • Framework development for organizing your ideas

    • Resource recommendations and reading lists

    • Basic project planning templates

    • One written feedback round per month on proposals, outlines, or concepts

    Best For: Graduate students, emerging professionals, small nonprofits developing new programs, individuals exploring career transitions

  • $400/month (6-month minimum commitment)

    Designed for established professionals and organizations ready to scale their impact.

    What's Included:

    • 4 mentoring sessions per month (mix of 1-hour virtual and in-person if in Seattle area)

    • Unlimited email/text support for urgent questions

    • Co-creation of strategic frameworks and implementation plans

    • Grant writing guidance and proposal review

    • Community mapping and stakeholder analysis

    • Workshop or presentation development support

    • Monthly progress reports with next-step recommendations

    • Access to my professional network for connections and collaborations

    Best For: Nonprofit leaders, researchers preparing for major projects, community organizers scaling initiatives, professionals launching consulting practices

  • $800/month (12-month commitment with quarterly reviews)

    A full partnership for organizations or individuals pursuing transformational work.

    What's Included:

    • 6 mentoring sessions per month (combination of individual and team sessions)

    • 24/7 communication access for critical decisions

    • Strategic planning retreats (quarterly, full-day sessions)

    • Complete project stewardship from concept to implementation

    • Grant writing and fundraising strategy development

    • Community engagement and partnership facilitation

    • Public speaking coaching and presentation development

    • Research methodology consultation and literature review support

    • Crisis navigation and adaptive strategy development

    • Co-authoring opportunities for publications or presentations

    • Priority access for collaborative projects and speaking engagements

    Best For: Established nonprofits, academic departments, municipal organizations, social enterprises, and visionary leaders pursuing systems-level change

Why Choose My Mentorship?

Academic Excellence Meets Community Wisdom: With a PhD in Built Environment focusing on queer spaces and belonging, plus years of community development work, I understand both theoretical frameworks and grassroots realities.

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ntersectional Approach: My research and lived experience center voices often marginalized in traditional academic and professional spaces, bringing depth and authenticity to every collaboration.

Proven Track Record: From founding PatchWork nonprofit to revitalizing a 30-year-old bookstore, I've transformed ideas into thriving community assets.

Systems Thinking: I help you see connections others miss, identifying leverage points for maximum impact with sustainable strategies.

Cultural Competency: Rooted in Ethics of Care and Cultural values of hospitality and authentic connection, I create brave spaces for vulnerable growth and honest dialogue.


Ready to Begin?

Your ideas deserve a steward who understands their full potential. Let's explore how my mentorship can help you build something beautiful, sustainable, and transformative.

Initial Consultation: Complimentary 30-minute discovery call to determine the best package fit for your goals and timeline.

Professional Notice:

All mentorship relationships are built on mutual respect and clear boundaries. I maintain confidentiality and provide guidance while honoring your autonomy as the primary decision-maker for your work and organization.