GrantWorks, Inc.
Melissa Loughran is an experienced professional currently serving as the CDBG-DR Buyout Program Manager at GrantWorks, Inc. since March 2022, where responsibilities include managing the New York Rising Buyout and Acquisition Program for the New York State Governor's Office of Storm Recovery. Prior to this role, Melissa held various positions, including Paralegal at Rampulla & Newstad LLP and Senior Project Manager at Moss Cape LLC, where involvement in community programs was prominent. Additionally, Melissa served as a Senior Case Manager for the NY Rising Buyout and Acquisition Program, providing disaster recovery case management services. Early career experiences include roles in sales, marketing, and public relations with organizations such as the Staten Island Yankees, New York Jets, and Manchester Monarchs. Educational qualifications include a Global MBA in Global Studies and Marketing and a BS in Sport Management, both from Southern New Hampshire University.
GrantWorks, Inc.
GrantWorks has secured and managed more than $7 billion in grant funding for 400+ local government clients. Our team of professionals is unmatched in experience and the capacity to perform. HUD lists GrantWorks as a preferred Technical Assistance provider for Texas. GrantWorks is Texas’ leading grant management firm. We specialize in state and federal grant programs covering infrastructure, disaster recovery, economic development, housing, hazard mitigation and planning services. Our staff has over 1000 years combined experience in writing and administering grants in both state and federal programs. Our clients are primarily city and county governments and state agencies.