Meet Me
connecting you with resources for causes you care about
My Mission
In the busy world of nonprofit leadership, there are many hats you’re expected to wear: strategic planning, board development, fundraising – just to name a few. But the last time you looked in the mirror, you only had one head! You don’t have time for grant writing. Or you have the time but don’t know where to start.
If you want to stop wasting time and money, and maximize your organizational resources…
Or end the cycle of chasing grants haphazardly, and implement a proven strategy for winning grants…
Kelly Ocampo
owner and lead consultant of Salt City Grants
I’ve seen firsthand the impact money (or lack thereof) has on communities.
As the youngest of five, I grew up in a family without disposable income. I was the first to attend college, and proudly supported myself while earning a graduate degree in education.
With 18 years of progressive nonprofit experience in developmental and mental health human services, I have dedicated my life to helping people who face systemic barriers.
Now certified in grant writing through a global grant writing collective, I’m thrilled to support a variety of organizations in achieving their funding goals.
If your organization is passionate about your local community, inclusion and equity, youth, or animal welfare then I’m excited to collaborate with you! If your organization doesn’t check one of those boxes, that’s OK! I’m happy to work with any organization that aligns with my values.
When I’m not behind my laptop
you’ll find me
baking something sweet
outside in the sunshine or snow
with dirt under my nails from my garden
exploring Syracuse’s many cultural festivals or locally-owned businesses
taking something broken or ugly and turning it into something beautiful and useful
on a weird and wild adventure with my husband and two rescue dogs
traveling to new places (or favorite places again)