Grant Management System
No-code platform automating grant applications, reviews and disbursement tracking.
Overview
No-code platform automating grant applications, reviews and disbursement tracking. I designed a relational Airtable base for applicants, applications, reviewers and disbursements, built an applicant + reviewer portal in Softr, and automated the full lifecycle with Make.com — submission confirmations, reviewer assignments, status notifications and disbursement tracking. Built with Airtable, Softr, Make.com, this no-code platform project was delivered for a client in USA and designed for reliability, a clean user experience and long-term maintainability — so it keeps delivering value well after launch.
The challenge
A grant-giving organisation managed applications across spreadsheets and email, losing track of reviews, approvals and payment status.
What I built
I designed a relational Airtable base for applicants, applications, reviewers and disbursements, built an applicant + reviewer portal in Softr, and automated the full lifecycle with Make.com — submission confirmations, reviewer assignments, status notifications and disbursement tracking.
How I built it
- Designed a normalised Airtable schema linking applicants, applications, reviewers and disbursements.
- Built applicant and reviewer portals in Softr with role-based logins.
- Automated the full review lifecycle in Make.com — reviewer assignment, status emails and reminders.
- Added disbursement tracking with a complete audit trail from application to payment.
Key features
- A clean, relational data structure
- A branded client-facing portal
- Automated workflows
- Role-based access and permissions
- Integrations via Make.com / N8N
- Dashboards and reporting
The results
- Replaced fragile spreadsheets with one source of truth
- Automated reviewer assignment and status emails
- Full visibility into every grant from application to payment
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My delivery process
Discovery
We start by understanding the goal, the users and the constraints — no jargon, just a clear picture of what success looks like.
Plan & design
A clear scope, architecture and milestone plan, so you know exactly what's being built and when.
Build & iterate
Development in reviewable increments with regular updates, so you see working software early and often.
Launch & support
Testing, deployment and ongoing support, so it keeps running smoothly long after go-live.
Grant Management System — FAQ
Can you build a grant management system for my business?
Yes. I build custom no-code platform solutions like this grant management system, using Airtable, Softr, Make.com and tailored to your exact workflow, timeline and budget. Send me your requirements and I'll reply with a clear plan and quote.
How much does a project like this cost?
It depends on scope. After a short discovery call I provide a clear, fixed quote and milestone plan before any work begins — no surprises. Smaller builds start low; larger platforms are quoted per milestone.
How long does it take to build?
A focused MVP can take a few weeks, while a larger no-code platform build runs in milestones over a couple of months. You'll see working software early and often, not just at the end.
What technology do you use, and will I own it?
This project uses Airtable, Softr, Make.com. I pick the right stack for each project, and you own 100% of the code and infrastructure — delivered in your own repositories and accounts.
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