Dr Sarah Howe, PhD

I have been writing grants and tenders, social and environmental impact assessments and research reports for businesses, universities, schools and welfare agencies for over ten years, in Australia and the United States.

I have also spent a further decade working for ALP politicians, local government and the community sector, in the development of social and economic programs to address social issues such as high unemployment and child poverty on public housing estates in inner Melbourne.

Most recently, I completed a Ph.D. at RMIT University which addressed strategies for industrial policy and regional economic development in regions in Europe dominated by car industry manufacturing and approaches to economic diversification led by the European Union.

I have served as the Deputy Chair of Victorian Fabians and as the National Convenor of the Co-operatives Policy Group for the Australian Fabians. I have also been an active member of the Victorian Executive of the Australian Fabians since 2019, overseeing state publications and organising many events focused on labour market and industrial issues.

Recent clients

〰️ Church of All Nations, Carlton

〰️ Carlton Neighbourhood Learning

〰️ Victoria Planning Day

〰️ Church of All Nations, Carlton 〰️ Carlton Neighbourhood Learning 〰️ Victoria Planning Day

Winning grants can change lives

There are a wide variety of grants available to community organisations that can make a very big difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals and build resilient communities. I have a proven track record of winning grants that make this kind of difference.

Client endorsements

  • ‘Sarah wrote a brilliant application to Melbourne City Council, and won our organisation $6,000 enabling us to put on an event celebrating the history of Victoria at the Melbourne Town Hall. The event had over 100 local Melbournians attend, to celebrate an awards ceremony for Victorians of the Year in 2025.'

    Duncan Buchanan
    Treasurer, Victoria Planning Day

  • ‘Sarah won $500,000 for a family-centred employment project grant from the ANZ Trust that aimed to help local jobless families from public housing estates move into education and employment via scoping, service mapping, and community engagement. It was implemented in Carlton, and helped twenty families overcome barriers to employment and into further education pathways and jobs.'

    John Evans
    Executive Officer CAN

  • ‘Sarah won a $20,000 grant from Scanlon Foundation which helped to raise the excitement of disadvantaged young people towards literacy and education outcomes in the Carlton community helping to transform opportunities for young people.'

    Mary Parfrey
    CEO, Carlton Neighbourhood Learning Centre

FAQs

  • I can help you apply for grants in the following categories:

    Community Grants: These grants support projects that benefit the local community, such as infrastructure development, social programs, and environmental initiatives.

    Business Grants: Aimed at fostering innovation and economic growth, business grants assist startups and established companies. Applicants may need to demonstrate their business plan’s viability and potential for job creation.

    Research Grants: Designed to support researchers and institutions, these grants fund scientific research, technology development, and medical studies.

    Arts and Cultural Grants: Supporting artists, performers, and cultural organisations, these grants promote creativity and cultural development.

    Infrastructure Grants: These grants improve public infrastructure and facilities, such as transportation, community centres, and public spaces. Requirements typically involve detailed project plans and cost estimates.

    Environmental Grants: Focused on sustainability and conservation, these grants fund initiatives that protect the environment and wildlife.

    Educational Grants: These grants aim to improve education access and quality, supporting students, teachers, and educational institutions.

  • At SMH Professional Writing Services, I am ready to support you throughout the grant writing process. Here’s how I can help you achieve success:

    Crafting compelling applications

    Organising relevant documentation

    Understanding grant requirements

    A genuinely collaborative approach