Black Forest Strategies

Black Forest Strategies strengthens rural communities, nonprofits, school districts, emergency services, and public agencies by helping them secure funding, build capacity, and operate with clarity and confidence. We specialize in identifying viable funding pathways, designing grant-ready projects, and building the organizational systems needed to support long-term growth. Founded by Jennifer Dean-Inman, a seasoned grant professional and Infrastructure Committee Chair for the Borough of Austin (PA), Black Forest Strategies brings deep experience in municipal revitalization, emergency services support, nonprofit strategy, and compliance navigation. Our work is grounded in one principle: rural and mission-driven organizations deserve the same level of strategy, structure, and opportunity as major metropolitan hubs — without the barriers.