1. INNOVATIVE CONCEPTS, INC.
“A Different Approach To Success!”
116 W. 23rd Street, Suite 500, New York, NY 10011
(646) 375-2199 T, (718) 350-8870 F
www.innov-concepts.com

2. ABOUT THE COMPANY
Innovative Concepts, Inc. was incorporated on March 26, 2001, by
Ms. Casey C. Simmons, GPC. The company provides Grant Consulting Services to
Healthcare and Non-Profit Organizations. Depending on the client’s needs these
Grant Consulting Services may consist of Writing, Administration, Research, or a
combination. We specialize in projects that seek Public Funding (Federal, State,
Local), particularly for construction and/or rehabilitation in an area of the Community
with great need.
Innovative Concepts, Inc. was located in the State of Florida until 2008 when we
moved to New York State. Our offices are located in the Flatiron/Chelsea area of New
York, NY. We continue to provide Grant Consulting Services to our Florida Clients.
Since 2001 Innovative Concepts, Inc. has directly assisted Local Communities and
healthcare and non-profit organizations with the Pre-Award and Post-Award (i.e.
application preparation, submission, administration, and close-out) process. On
occasion only Pre-Award (writing) or Post-Award (administration) services were
provided.
Highlights
Completed Pre and Post Award work for 16 successfully funded
grants/low-interest loans for a total of $16.2 (+/-) million
Pre-Award services were rendered to ten (10) projects totaling
$5.2 (+/-) million
Participated in the Post-Award process of five (5) grants totaling $3
million
2

3. Innovative Concepts, Inc. works with the following grant agencies:
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP),
Florida Housing and Finance Corporation (FHFC),
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) through Federal Emergency
Management Administration (FEMA),
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Planning & Development
Division
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development
Administration (RDA), and
Various Private Foundations
Experience has been in these affiliated programs:
DEP Environmental
Parks and Recreational Development
FEMA/HMGP State Hazard Mitigation Grant Program & Disaster Preparedness
FHFC HOME Affordable Housing Grant Applications
CWHIP (Community Workforce Housing Initiatives Program) Affordable
Housing Grant Applications
HRSA Chronic Disease/Cancer and HIV/AIDS
Healthcare Facilities Emergency Care
HUD State Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)-
Economic Development & Neighborhood Revitalization Categories
Entitlement CDBG- Disaster Recovery Initiative
USDA RDA Rural Utilities Services- Potable Water & Sewer Systems
Various Senior/Congregate Care
Foundations
Hospice Care Services
Other Healthcare
Youth
3

4. Innovative Concepts, Inc. has also been responsible for the preparation of many
research and feasibility studies of grant funding options for Healthcare and
Non-Profit organizations.
Current clients:
Broward Health, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
The non-profit community health system in Broward County, Florida, has more
than 30 facilities. Writing, proofreading/major edits, and collaboration of project
ideas are provided on an as needed basis. Examples of recent projects
include; HRSA Patient Navigator Program for Cancer/Chronic Diseases and
HRSA Women of Color with HIV/AIDS, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation’s
Local Initiative Funding Partners ‘Kinship Cares’ Program and RWJF Aligning
Forces for Quality, HHS Healthcare Facilities Emergency Partnership Project,
and Ryan White Electronic Records System Enhancements.
Central Harlem Senior Citizens Centers, New York, NY
Innovative Concepts, Inc. works side by side with the Executive Director to
prepare and writes grants for the Senior Citizen Center located in the Harlem
neighborhood of Manhattan. Currently, focus is being placed on grants to fund
the development and implementation of a Volunteer Program.
Clark Communities, Inc., Tallahassee and Ft. Lauderdale, FL
CCI has multiple projects at any given time. CCI’s clients are Small Cities and
Counties, as well as one Entitlement City, throughout Florida. Grant writing and
administration assistance with Community/Economic Development,
Neighborhood Revitalization, Disaster Recovery Projects, and Rural
Development is provided to CCI.
4

5. Innovative Concepts, Inc. also works with CCI’s sister company- CRA
Community Development Group, Inc., a Non-Profit Organization planning
Affordable Housing developments. Innovative Concepts, Inc. helped with
organizational development and filing of its 501(c)(3) status with the Internal
Revenue Service.
Police Athletic League of New Jersey, Freehold, NJ
Innovative worked as a sub-contractor for grant management services of a U.S.
Department of Justice Office of Justice Programs grant for the organization’s
Afterschool Initiative for at risk youth so the project stayed in compliance and
met all objectives. Grant writing and management services are being provided
for a second round of funding, from the same agency, to further enhance and
expand the Afterschool Initiatives.
Past clients:
Broward House, Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
A research and feasibility study was prepared that described funding options
available to purchase an Assisted Living Facility and make necessary Capital
Improvements.
The Delta Education, Health, and Cultural Initiative, Miami, FL.
Innovative Concepts, Inc. sought funding agencies and foundations for several
programs including HIV/AIDS education and prevention and tutoring/mentoring to
young minority women.
Dress For Success, New York, New York, NY.
Proposal and program review conducted for the Not-For-Profit organization that
provides interview attire and skills; as well as a referral network for employment
retention.
5

6. Guardian Care Nursing and Rehabilitation, Miami Shores, FL.
A Research and Feasibility Study was drafter for the Skilled Nursing Home. This
document detailed funding options for Diversity in Nursing Education scholarships.
Grant writing was also provided.
HospiceCare of Southeast Florida, Inc., Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Innovative has assisted HospiceCare in seeking funding for many different
projects. Examples are: Hazard Mitigation, Bereavement and Educational
Outreach, Healthcare Technology, General Programs, and the planning phase
of securing funding for the Construction/Rehabilitation of a Free Standing
Facility. Innovative continues to work with the non-profit Hospice and Palliative
Care organization on an as needed basis.
Miami Jewish Home and Hospital, Inc., Miami, Florida
Research and grant writing services for general support funding and specific
projects were provided. The organization has a nursing home, hospital,
Alzheimer’s unit, and several residences.
6

7. ABOUT THE PRESIDENT
Casey C. Simmons, GPC, serves as the President of Innovative Concepts, Inc. The
Florida Native holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in
Management from Stetson University, as well as a Master of Science in Health
Services Administration from Barry University. Ms. Simmons is also possesses the
Grant Professional Certified (GPC) credentials from the Grant Professionals
Certification Institute (GPCI).
She gained vast experience in the areas of grant writing and administration by
working for CRA Consulting, Inc. (now Clark Communities, Inc.). Ms. Simmons
worked directly with the President and other Senior Staff on Grants provided to CCI’s
clients from the Florida Department of Community Affairs Small Cities Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, Housing and Urban Development
Entitlement CDBG, Department of Environmental Protection, and the U.S.D.A. Rural
Development Administration.
Ms. Simmons also served as the Project Coordinator for the Florida Partnership for
End-of-Life Care, one of 23 states in the country who participated in the Community
State Partnerships for End-of-Life Care that were awarded a total of $11.25 million.
There she was the coordinator for five “partnering” Florida organizations, agencies,
and universities, as well as 19 community coalitions, and was responsible for the
disbursement of funds, monitoring of existing funds, and general program compliance,
as well as serving as a representative nationwide.
While at Stetson University Ms. Simmons had an Internship with the non-profit
organization Home And Neighborhood Development (HAND). Serving as the
Administrative Intern for HAND she gained experience working with low and moderate
income citizens of Volusia County, Florida. With the Executive Director, she sought to
aid these citizens with down payment assistance, coordinated with the Fanny Mae
Foundation, for the construction and/or rehabilitation of housing, and assistance with
HUD Section 8 minimum housing standards.
7

8. Ms. Simmons is active in her profession and in the Community.
Innovative Concepts, Inc. is a member of:
American Association of Grant Professionals
Women In Development
She is credentialed as a GPC (Grant Professional Certified) by the Grant
Professionals Certification Institute (GPCI).
Ms. Simmons served as the President and Vice President of the Broward County,
Florida, Chapter of AAGP.
The company also has listings on:
www.idealist.org and
the Non-Profit Central of NY/NJ
8

9. DETAILED PROJECT HISTORY
Legend
CDBG = Community Development Block Grant
USDA = United States Department of Agriculture
HRSA = Health Resources and Services Administration
FHFC = Florida Housing Finance Corporation
FRDAP = Florida Recreational Development Assistance Program
RWJF = Robert Wood Johnson Foundation
Grant Applications Written/Submitted, "Pre-Award," and
Grant Administration "Post-Award"
Client: Clark Communities, Inc.
COMMUNITY GRANT AMOUNT
City of Florida City, FL CDBG El Nino Flood Alleviation $1,580,000
City of Florida City, FL CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization $750,000
City of Florida City, FL CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization $750,000
City of Florida City, FL CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization $700,000
CDBG Disaster Recovery Initiative-
City of Florida City, FL Hurricane Katrina $1,976,965
CDBG Disaster Recovery Initiative-
City of Florida City, FL Hurricane Wilma $2,523,035
City of Florida City, FL FHFC HOME $672,500
USDA Rural Development Potable
City of Florida City, FL Water Improvements $2,654,600
Jackson County, FL CDBG Economic Development $750,000
City of LaBelle, FL CDBG Economic Development $550,000
City of LaBelle, FL CDBG Economic Development $550,000
City of LaBelle, FL CDBG Economic Development $700,000
City of LaBelle, FL FRDAP $200,000
Leon County, FL CDBG Economic Development $700,000
Client: Police Athletic League of New Jersey
PROJECT GRANT AMOUNT
Afterschool Initiatives to
deter Juvenile Crime Office of Justice Programs $1,500,000
9

10. Client: Hospicecare of Southeast Florida
PROJECT GRANT AMOUNT
- Upgrading of facility State of Florida Hazard Mitigation $55,000
- Roof Repair Publix Charities $5,000
Community Foundation of Broward
- Disaster Recovery County $2,500
Total $16,072,173
Grant Applications Written & Submitted, "Pre-Award," only
Client: Clark Communities, Inc.
COMMUNITY GRANT AMOUNT
- City of Florida City FHFC HOME $2,000,000
- City of Quincy CDBG Economic Development $750,000
- Wakulla County CDBG Economic Development $750,000
Client: Broward Health
---
PROJECT GRANT AMOUNT
- Cancer Patient HRSA $472,000
Navigator Program
- Kinship Care RWJF $433,455
- Aligning Forces for HRSA $200,000
Quality
- Women of Color with HRSA $500,000
HIV/AIDS
- Electronic Medical HRSA $31,200
Records HRSA
for HIV/AIDS primary
care
Client: Miami Jewish Home & Hospital
PROJECT GRANT AMOUNT
- Alzheimer's MacDonald Foundation $55,000
Disease/Cognitive
Rehabilitation
- Alzheimer's Alzheimer's Foundation of America $30,000
Disease/Cognitive
Rehabilitation
- Alzheimer's Disease Brookdale Foundation $7,500
10

11. - Facilities Kramer Foundation $147,000
Improvements
Total $5,190,455
Grant Applications Administration, "Post-Award," only
Client: Clark Communities, Inc.
COMMUNITY GRANT AMOUNT
City of Florida City CDBG El Nino Flood Alleviation $650,000
Town of Greensboro, FL CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization $550,000
City of LaBelle, FL CDBG Economic Development $550,000
City of Stuart, FL CDBG Commercial Revitalization $750,000
City of Vero Beach, FL CDBG Neighborhood Revitalization $750,000
Total $3,250,000
11

12. APPROACH TO SERVICES PROVIDED
Innovative Concepts, Inc. will work with the client to determine what service(s) is desired
and appropriate for the organization’s specific needs. The below provides descriptions for
each service.
Research
Meetings with organization and other parties, if applicable, to gain information.
Conduct extensive search for all available funding opportunities that are most
feasible for all programs identified.
Determine where findings fit among Strategic Plan and/or Fund Development
Plan.
Create Fund Development Calendar to be incorporated with Strategic Plan or
as a standalone document. This calendar details all identified grants, their
deadlines, and expected time period for receiving funding awards.
Draft comprehensive summary of all funding opportunities including: (1)
Name and contact information, (2) Deadline, (3) History of awards and average
number of awards provided each year, (4) Restrictions and eligibility criteria, (5)
Appropriate first approach, and (6) application.
Present study in electronic and hard copy format.
Grant Writing- Preliminary Services
Work with client to compile components for needs assessment.
Obtain data on specific population groups (i.e. demographics, income status,
health needs, etc.). This could include conducting household surveys or
researching census data, statistics, evidence based best practices, etc.
12

13. Attend public meetings, as needed, and assist with advertising public notices to
meet Rules/Regulations.
Meet with other parties to develop budget and scope of the project, as well as
determining fit among Strategic Plan.
Attend application workshops and/or other sessions providing pertinent
information about the grant submittal.
Review Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and/or Request For
Proposals/Application (RFP/RFA). Outline all necessary pieces of the
application such as: Narrative, Needs Assessment, Approach, Goals and
Objectives, Logic Model, Evaluation, Timeline, and Budget and Budget
Narrative.
Grant Writing
Participate in all meetings- either in person or via conference call/video.
Write grant application according to Request For Proposal, Notice of Funding
Availability, Rules/Regulations, and other information provided.
Assist the client with securing leverage/matching funds, if applicable, to
increase the value of the project and provide a stronger competitive position for
award.
Obtain all required attachments.
Provide several drafts for review by the client.
Grant Management
Take all measures necessary to ensure that the grant project/program complies
with Foundation, State/Local, or Federal grant guidelines as stated in the award
agreement. This could include the following:
13

14. Prepare Environmental Review Record in conjunction with the Project Engineer
(if applicable) and submit for Release Of Federal Funding, or other approval.
Prepare and submit quarterly & annual reports as required.
Monitor the disbursement of grant funds.
Prepare for, and acting as the organization’s representative, at Monitoring/Site
Visits by the grant agency or foundation.
Analyze progress of the project to ensure that set milestones/objectives are
being met in a timely manner.
Prepare close-out report that details all met goals and objectives and
received/disbursed funds.
Provide Project Status Reports on a monthly basis, or as directed by the client,
to the organization so that they are kept abreast of efforts being made.
Assist the organization/client in reviewing their Strategic Plan, Comprehensive
Plan, Consolidated Plan, and others necessary for grant application submittal.
Innovative will assist in preparing these documents, if necessary.
Project/Program Evaluation
Conduct Full Independent Outside Evaluation of grant project/program.
Elements to be evaluated are: Qualitative and quantitative goals and
objectives; Disbursement of funds; Timeliness work.
Review of above elements to be conducted once per quarter via “desk
monitoring.” In addition, at least one “on-site monitoring” will be made.
(Subject to change based on grant guidelines)
Write Evaluation section of the grant proposal/application, if requested.
14

15. WHY INNOVATIVE CONCEPTS, INC.?
In this changing economy it is more important than ever for non-profit organizations and
local communities to cut costs and maximize grant dollars.
“In these difficult economic times, the work of nonprofits is more essential
than ever. But as demand for services increases, organizations are
finding their resources limited or reduced. One way to continue serving
constituent needs … is to hire a consultant. These professionals provide
high level skills and expertise without added overhead and benefit costs.”
- The Non-Profit Central of NY/NJ December 2008 Newsletter
Does your organization lack time or finances to seek outside funding for prospective
projects? Does your organization not have the necessary personnel support?
If so, Innovative Concepts, Inc. is your outsource for success!
Innovative Concepts, Inc.’s services provide value in the following ways:
Unique viewpoint with fresh ideas
Great familiarity in Federal and State Grant Programs/Agencies
Experience in working with an array of Local Municipalities, Healthcare and
Non-Profit Organizations
Fit among the company/organization culture
No overhead or benefit costs associated with contracted services
Allow Innovative Concepts, Inc. to become a part of your team, and see
what a difference it can make!
15

16. TESTIMONIALS
Florida Department of Community Affairs
Community Development Block Grants
“I have worked with Casey Clark Simmons for over six years in her capacity in
managing Community Development Block Grant Programs as a Consultant for local
governments in the State of Florida. I have worked directly with her on many projects
and always found her to be a professional in every way. She has excellent Grant
Management skills, which includes compliance with MANY different HUD and other
complicated Federal Program requirements that apply to these grants, as well as
compliance with State Laws of Florida. She is excellent in financial management,
organizational skills, Federal Labor Standards compliance, Environmental
requirements and documentation, Contract Management overall, excellent people
skills, excellent in handling situations that sometimes come up which involve complex
issues, political considerations, diplomacy, etc. Most of all, I have appreciated her
honesty and her being forthright with all of her responsibilities. I could go on for a long
time, but suffice it to say, I really have enjoyed (and continue to enjoy) working with
her on projects. She has completed several “2 year” projects in one year, thus
allowing the local government to get back in line to submit another application in the
next year’s funding competition.”
HospiceCare of Southeast Florida, Inc.
“…Casey is very knowledgeable, hard working and delightful to work with both in
person and on the telephone. She responds to questions and requests for information
promptly, and …works well within your timeframe. She is creative when researching
grants and when writing them, and then as the administrator of the grant she handles
all the necessary paperwork, meetings and reporting.
We have recommended Casey and Innovative Concepts, Inc. to other organizations
and individuals. We will continue to recommend Casey and her firm to those who
need quality grant and research consulting… Any association you will have with
Casey and her firm will be a win-win for both.”
16