Meet the Founder
Dell Johnson
Founder & Principal Consultant
NextStep Grant Solutions
Helping nonprofits, municipalities, and mission-driven organizations secure funding and build systems that support long-term impact.
Building Sustainable Funding Systems
Dell Johnson is a community-focused entrepreneur, consultant, and nonprofit leader with hands-on experience securing funding, building organizations, and implementing systems that drive real impact.
His background spanning nonprofit leadership, community development, sports and youth programming, and business consulting, Dell understands both the mission side and the operational realities organizations face.
That’s why he founded NextStep Grant Solutions — to help organizations:
- Access funding more strategically
- Build strong, sustainable systems
- Leverage modern tools, including AI, without losing their human touch
His work is rooted in clarity, accountability, and results — not generic consulting or one-size-fits-all solutions. Every strategy is tailored to help organizations take their next step with confidence.
Experience & Focus Areas
How I Can Help
Nonprofit & Community Program Leadership
Strategic guidance for program development and community impact initiatives.
Federal, State, Local & Private Grant Support
Comprehensive support across all funding sources and grant types.
Grant Readiness, Writing & Post-Award Compliance
End-to-end grant lifecycle management from application to reporting.
AI-Powered Workflow & Reporting Systems
Modern technology solutions that reduce administrative burden.
Program Development & Operational Strategy
Building sustainable systems that support organizational growth.
Guiding Principles
What I Stand For
Not Sure Where to Start?
Schedule a free 15-minute clarity call.
We’ll assess your funding readiness or automation needs and outline next steps.
Not Sure Where to Start?
Schedule a free 15-minute clarity call.
We’ll assess your funding readiness or automation needs and outline next steps.