Olivette Carter, MPA, has over 30 years of professional experience in Human Services, Housing, and Community Development.

Olivette is also a Certified Grant Writer and has more than 25 years of experience writing, reviewing, and administering Federal, State and Local Grant Programs. Over the past 15 years she has also served as a Federal Grant Reviewer for numerous federal agencies and programs including the Health Resource and Service Administration (HRSA), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration (SAMHSA), Office of Community Economic Development (CED) and the Office of Violence Against Women (OVW).

Olivette has had the unique experience of being on both sides of the grant process as a Grant writer and a Grant Reviewer. This enables her to see the process as both an Art and a Science. Her dicer work experience in local, state, and federal government also lends to her ability to work effectively with nonprofit organizations to build their capacity, particular in the areas of Board Development, Strategic Planning and Grant Writing to secure and maintain grant funding from a variety of sources.

Olivette’s has served in senior management roles in local government and nonprofit organizations in Central Florida including Community Service Division Manager, Director of Community Services and Housing Administrator. She holds a bachelor’s degree in social work and a master’s in public administration.

Client Testimony/Reviews

  • The Center for Multicultural Wellness and Prevention (CMWP) is pleased to recommend Ms. Olivette Carter as a professional Grant Consultant. Olivette has worked with CMWP for more than 10 years assisting the organization in securing multiple funding for Health Promotion and Prevention Services including HIV/AIDS. Over the years she has assisted us in securing millions of dollars in Federal, State and Local Funding for persons Living with HIV/AIDS. Olivette is dedicated to assisting nonprofit organizations secure funding to assist those in need. I highly recommend her services to those seeking funding for their nonprofit organization.

    Marie-Jose Francois, MD, MPH,

    President/CEO. Center for Multicultural Wellness and Prevention, Inc.

  • My organization had a positive experience working with a nonprofit consultant who provided invaluable services. Olivette possesses a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector; she has the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and is innovative in problem-solving. These fundamental traits set her apart from the rest. Her professionalism and dedication were unwavering, and her open communication fostered a strong partnership. Olivette’s passion for the nonprofit sector was infectious, and her genuine commitment to the success of my organization, SahFyer Life Management Inc., made it an invaluable asset.

    Regards, Dr. Aidin Brown Executive Chairman.

    SahFyer Life Management Inc.

  • My name is Leslie Powe Barton and have had the pleasure to work with Olivette Carter as my Grant Consultant. Olivette’s professional skills as a grant writer has helped Hair in Motion Of New York Apprenticeship Training Program succeed in getting funding for our nonprofit organization to help the underserved community. Olivette is very committed, knowledgeable, and compassionate about her work. I highly recommend her services to anyone interested.

    Lesline Owner, CEO, Hair in Motion of New York Apprenticeship Training Program