Your Trusted Advisors
in Defense Innovation
At Grant Management Associates (GMA), we do more than help you apply for Department of Defense (DoD) funding, we help you win. We monitor DoD opportunities in real time, assess strategic fit, and we can advise you on how to position, partner, and pitch with purpose. For over 20 years, we’ve empowered startups, scale-ups, and defense-aligned manufacturers to unlock billions in non-dilutive capital, strengthening both commercial ventures and the U.S. industrial base.
Department of Defense has earmarked over $13 billion to accelerate innovation and modernize the defense ecosystem
How GMA Gives You the Advantage
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Tailored Submission Strategies
Our experts interpret the fine print,decoding eligibility rules, agency-specific review criteria, formatting expectations, and portal-specific submission procedures. We ensure your proposal is aligned with the unique requirements of each DoD agency.
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Real-Time Adaptation
DoD requirements and funding priorities evolve quickly. We actively track emerging policies (e.g., new data rights language, cost-sharing shifts) and immediately incorporate them into your application strategy,so your proposal is right the first time.
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Comprehensive Compliance Management
From SAM.gov, Grants.gov, and DIBBS registrations to CMMC readiness, controlled unclassified information (CUI) protocols, and resubmission cycles, we handle the full spectrum of administrative and regulatory compliance. This mitigates the risk of disqualification due to non-technical errors.
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Insights from Insiders
With former DoD reviewers and program officials on staff, we know what separates successful submissions from the rest. We anticipate reviewer expectations and help you craft proposals that stand out,both technically and administratively.
Meet the Team
Insider Access. Operational Expertise. Mission-Aligned Results
Our DoD funding team includes
A Retired Major General
a highly decorated military leader with over 20 years managing defense contracts and operations. This expert has overseen portfolios up to $17 billion and served as a strategic planner for the Office of the Secretary of Defense. They currently consult for the National Reconnaissance Office and maintain a Top Secret SCI clearance.
A National DoD Grant Strategist
recognized for designing and leading over $230 million in initiatives, including the Defense Manufacturing Communities Support Program. This professional brings deep expertise aligning workforce, manufacturing, and economic development strategies with defense priorities.
Specific Ways Our Advisors Bridge the Gap
