Guided by Experience: How Phil Auger, Ph.D., and Grants New England Help Nonprofits Thrive

Non profits in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Connecticut and all the New England states benefit from an experienced, dedicated team of grant writers committed to helping them reach their goals. Grants New England was founded with a clear purpose: to help mission-driven organizations secure the funding they need to grow and sustain their impact. At the center of this work is Phil Auger, Ph.D., a seasoned educator, grant strategist, and nonprofit advisor whose career spans decades of leadership in school districts and public agencies.
Experienced Grant Writers
Phil’s experience includes writing, securing, and managing millions in public and private grant funding. He has a deep understanding of the challenges nonprofits face—not just in finding the right funding opportunities, but in aligning them with organizational capacity, mission, and long-term goals. This perspective is built on years of working with diverse teams, building strategic plans, and advancing equity-centered initiatives.
New England Grant Writers
What sets Grants New England apart is its commitment to partnership. Under Phil’s leadership, GNE doesn’t just write grants—it helps organizations become more competitive, strategic, and sustainable. Through customized support that includes grant prospecting, narrative development, budget planning, and strategic advising, GNE equips nonprofits with the tools they need to grow.
Clients often cite Phil’s calm and thoughtful leadership style, his ability to simplify complex grant processes, and his commitment to helping organizations build capacity—not just win dollars. With a track record of success across education, health, arts, youth development, and community-based sectors, GNE is a trusted ally in today’s increasingly competitive funding environment.
Work with Grants New England
If your nonprofit is ready to strengthen its grant strategy, Grants New England is ready to help—led by someone who’s been in your shoes and knows what it takes to succeed. Contact us today to see how we can help.


