“Linda was able to refer us to local funders who were more willing to take our calls and learn about us. She also knew what the local funders were looking for when writing our grants. We were able to secure over 10 local grants in our first year working with Linda!”

Kelli Feigley, Managing Director, Fresh Films

With Linda's knowledge of grant writing and her attention to detail she has guided us to several opportunities to help with our fundraising. Linda has been readily available for questions and her ability to explain grant procedures has made her a pleasure to work this. Our committee looks forward to working further with Linda as we move ahead with our project.

-Lyle Peterson, Chair, Fundraising Committee, Friends of Veterans Memorial Park

“Linda is a true partner working to help our institution realize its vision. Linda’s experience working with large federal funding agencies and private foundations has made it possible for me to entrust her with BVU’s large grant projects while I am able to focus on corporate relations and private donor fundraising."

-Robin Wissink, Director of Special Gifts, Buena Vista University

“Linda is a trusted part of our team, she brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to each and every grant that we apply for. She is a great listener, always putting my thoughts and idea’s first before beginning the process of applying for funds.”

- Joedy Cook, CEO Ballet Quad Cities

“Thanks to Wastyn & Associates, Iowa Women Lead Change has its first comprehensive development plan, board members trained on the basics of major gifts philanthropy and an approach to grant making.  Linda's understanding of her business and its nuances is a tremendous asset that IWLC is fortunate to have at our disposal.”

- Iowa Women Lead Change, Cedar Rapids, IA

"Wastyn and Associates knowledge, expertise and experience has been instrumental to our success in not only receiving grants but broadening awareness in the community of our Mission. We look forward to working more with Linda Wastyn & Associates."

-Lori Turner, Board Treasurer, Moline Community Development Foundation

Linda, let me begin by saying this was a first time experience for me. Considering how overwhelming the restoration project is, your guidance and expert assistance, we have a good start. The major accomplishment has been the starting grant from the State Historical Society of Iowa. Once we complete the work for this first phase, our chance of continuing grants has been enhanced. The other major contribution you are responsible for is the grant applications that are still open and hopefully being considering. Fairmount Cemetery Restoration is just starting with much left to work on. My hope is our journey working together has just begun.