Grant writing and advocacy solutions

We are a California-based grant writing and lobbying firm serving clients nationwide. See why local governments, nonprofits, and startups choose CPRA Strategies.

Why CPRA Strategies

Why CPRA Strategies

Why CPRA Strategies

Partner with a seasoned consultant to boost your capacity—quickly, affordably, and with measurable impact.

Experienced Team

Our consultants bring over 15 years of experience from government agencies and leading firms. You get top-tier expertise—without the overhead.

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Experienced Team

Our consultants bring over 15 years of experience from government agencies and leading firms. You get top-tier expertise—without the overhead.

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Experienced Team

Our consultants bring over 15 years of experience from government agencies and leading firms. You get top-tier expertise—without the overhead.

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Easy Communication

We keep you informed through regular check-ins and a secure client portal for messaging, document sharing, and real-time updates.

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Easy Communication

We keep you informed through regular check-ins and a secure client portal for messaging, document sharing, and real-time updates.

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Easy Communication

We keep you informed through regular check-ins and a secure client portal for messaging, document sharing, and real-time updates.

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Fixed-Fee Pricing

Clients appreciate our fixed-fee arrangements, which provide budget certainty from the outset. For ongoing needs, we also offer monthly retainers.

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Fixed-Fee Pricing

Clients appreciate our fixed-fee arrangements, which provide budget certainty from the outset. For ongoing needs, we also offer monthly retainers.

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Fixed-Fee Pricing

Clients appreciate our fixed-fee arrangements, which provide budget certainty from the outset. For ongoing needs, we also offer monthly retainers.

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Our Services

Our Services

Our Services

Wherever your starting point, we're here to help.

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Grant Writing

We help local governments, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs compete for—and win—grants. From researching opportunities to building relationships with funders, we craft compelling letters of inquiry and full grant applications that stand out.

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Grant Writing

We help local governments, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs compete for—and win—grants. From researching opportunities to building relationships with funders, we craft compelling letters of inquiry and full grant applications that stand out.

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Grant Writing

We help local governments, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs compete for—and win—grants. From researching opportunities to building relationships with funders, we craft compelling letters of inquiry and full grant applications that stand out.

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Procurement Services

We guide small businesses through the government contracting process—from pre-bid meetings and proposal writing to competitor analysis and post-award support. Our goal: help you win contracts with confidence.

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Procurement Services

We guide small businesses through the government contracting process—from pre-bid meetings and proposal writing to competitor analysis and post-award support. Our goal: help you win contracts with confidence.

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Procurement Services

We guide small businesses through the government contracting process—from pre-bid meetings and proposal writing to competitor analysis and post-award support. Our goal: help you win contracts with confidence.

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Public Outreach

A strong communications plan is essential for community impact. We support clients with media strategy, community engagement, crisis communications, digital advocacy, and media training to ensure your message resonates.

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Public Outreach

A strong communications plan is essential for community impact. We support clients with media strategy, community engagement, crisis communications, digital advocacy, and media training to ensure your message resonates.

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Public Outreach

A strong communications plan is essential for community impact. We support clients with media strategy, community engagement, crisis communications, digital advocacy, and media training to ensure your message resonates.

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California Lobbying Firm

CPRA Strategies is a registered California lobbying firm with deep expertise in the state budget, federal appropriations, legislative, regulatory and procurement processes. We help clients navigate complex policy landscapes with clarity and strategy.

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California Lobbying Firm

CPRA Strategies is a registered California lobbying firm with deep expertise in the state budget, federal appropriations, legislative, regulatory and procurement processes. We help clients navigate complex policy landscapes with clarity and strategy.

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California Lobbying Firm

CPRA Strategies is a registered California lobbying firm with deep expertise in the state budget, federal appropriations, legislative, regulatory and procurement processes. We help clients navigate complex policy landscapes with clarity and strategy.

Industries

Industries

Industries

We specialize in these areas

Agriculture

Agriculture

Agriculture

Arts & Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment

Arts & Entertainment

Airports & Aviation

Airports & Aviation

Airports & Aviation

Construction Relations

Construction Relations

Construction Relations

Infrastructure Projects

Infrastructure Projects

Infrastructure Projects

Labor Unions

Labor Unions

Labor Unions

Land use & Zoning

Land use & Zoning

Land use & Zoning

Local Government

Local Government

Local Government

Natural Resources

Natural Resources

Natural Resources

Rural Opportunities

Rural Opportunities

Rural Opportunities

Stormwater

Stormwater

Stormwater

Workforce Development

Workforce Development

Workforce Development

Reviews

Reviews

Reviews

We've helped people just like you.

Ashley is a true professional and I love working with him. He’s made a real difference in my business.

Robin Kincade

Ashley is a true professional and I love working with him. He’s made a real difference in my business.

Robin Kincade

Ashley is a true professional and I love working with him. He’s made a real difference in my business.

Robin Kincade

The proposal is professional and neatly organized, communication was top notch.

Armin Coric

The proposal is professional and neatly organized, communication was top notch.

Armin Coric

The proposal is professional and neatly organized, communication was top notch.

Armin Coric

Ashley thinks out of the box and seeks to be as straight to the point and efficient as possible.

Alexandra Gaillard

Ashley thinks out of the box and seeks to be as straight to the point and efficient as possible.

Alexandra Gaillard

Ashley thinks out of the box and seeks to be as straight to the point and efficient as possible.

Alexandra Gaillard

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Meet the Founder

Meet the Founder

Meet the Founder

Hi, I’m Ashley Martinez, founder of CPRA Strategies.

After 17 years working across sectors, I saw a common need: expert support that’s accessible, effective, and free from the cost and complexity of big-agency retainers.

That’s why I started CPRA Strategies—a nimble team of seasoned public affairs professionals helping organizations like yours fill critical gaps quickly, affordably, and with measurable impact.

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How it works

How it works

How it works

Working with us is easy.

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Start by scheduling a free 15-minute call with our team. It’s quick and easy, with no strings attached.

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Start by scheduling a free 15-minute call with our team. It’s quick and easy, with no strings attached.

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Start by scheduling a free 15-minute call with our team. It’s quick and easy, with no strings attached.

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During our call, we’ll learn about your goals, and recommend a tailored solution to meet your goals.

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During our call, we’ll learn about your goals, and recommend a tailored solution to meet your goals.

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During our call, we’ll learn about your goals, and recommend a tailored solution to meet your goals.

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Once you’re ready to move forward, we typically begin work right away and update you on our progress.

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Once you’re ready to move forward, we typically begin work right away and update you on our progress.

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Once you’re ready to move forward, we typically begin work right away and update you on our progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? Read our FAQs or contact us.

Are consultations free, and what do they include?

Yes, we offer a free 15-minute consultation for new clients. During the call, we’ll discuss your goals and walk through a few key questions to determine if we’re the right fit to support your needs.

What if I’m not sure what I need?

I only need help with one task. Can you still help?

Can we work together if I’m not in California?

How much will my project cost?

Are consultations free, and what do they include?

Yes, we offer a free 15-minute consultation for new clients. During the call, we’ll discuss your goals and walk through a few key questions to determine if we’re the right fit to support your needs.

What if I’m not sure what I need?

I only need help with one task. Can you still help?

Can we work together if I’m not in California?

How much will my project cost?

Are consultations free, and what do they include?

Yes, we offer a free 15-minute consultation for new clients. During the call, we’ll discuss your goals and walk through a few key questions to determine if we’re the right fit to support your needs.

What if I’m not sure what I need?

I only need help with one task. Can you still help?

Can we work together if I’m not in California?

How much will my project cost?