Winning Partnerships

  • “Now more than ever, effective fundraising requires strategic long-term vision and a commitment to relationship building. Derek gets these priorities, and that’s why I pulled him into my work at Shri.”

    — Alison Bologna, Shri Yoga and WJAR10

  • "During my time as mayor and since, I have witnessed firsthand the transition Central Falls has experienced since ascending from bankruptcy – new parks, new firetrucks, new ambulances, new police cruisers, bolstered educational resources, expanded access to culturally aligned health and wellness opportunities and so much more – tens of millions in public and private investments to revitalize our beloved city. And, while these are all huge team wins, Derek was always on the team and often batting cleanup."

    — General Treasurer James Diossa

  • "When we began the CompeteRI initiative we were looking for the best grant writers in the state. And, I was charged with finding them. Our first hire was Derek."

    — Tom Giordano, Executive Director, Partnership for Rhode Island/CompeteRI

  • "Of course, effective grant writing requires the ability to write well. Truly effective grant writing requires so much more. Derek is the latter."

    — Oscar Mejias, CEO and Founder, RI Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

  • "Until I met Derek and started working with him, I never asked someone to start their own LLC as soon as possible… There is no questioning the fact that Derek is one-of-a-kind, and I am so grateful for all that he has done in support of our critical work!"

    — Dr. Beata Nelken, Jenks Park Pediatrics and the Central Falls Children’s Foundation

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