Ania C.

About Ania C.

Ania Cosby serves as the Director of Development and Grants at the YMCA of Greater Cincinnati, where she builds meaningful partnerships with individuals, foundations, corporations, and government agencies to support the organization\'s mission and long-term sustainability. She leads a dedicated development team focused on donor relations, campaign strategy, and securing support for both annual and capital needs.With experience in grant writing, fund development, and community engagement, Ania has helped raise over $4 million for nonprofit and community-centered initiatives. She has also administered over in city funding for local projects through the City of Cincinnati—supporting efforts that reflect the needs and priorities of the communities being served.Her work includes developing and managing grant proposals, aligning funding opportunities with program goals, and ensuring compliance with reporting and stewardship requirements. She works closely with colleagues across departments to support collaboration, financial accountability, and long-term impact.Ania holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and a Master of Public Administration. She has also been invited to speak at Miami University and the University of Cincinnati about her experiences in the nonprofit and public service sectors.

Experience

1. Director of Development & Grants

   Ymca Of Greater Cincinnati

   Aug 2025 — Present · Cincinnati, OH, US

   Secure investments from individuals, foundations, government agencies, and corporations to support fundraising and overall revenue goals.Supervise a financial development team—including donor relations and leadership gifts staff—ensuring success across annual and capital campaigns, planned giving, and strategic partnerships.Build and manage a robust funding pipeline through prospecting, proposal development, reporting, and stewardship.Lead grant proposal development by setting objectives, articulating needs, aligning timelines, and ensuring compliance with reporting and funding requirements.Prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals to a variety of funders, including foundation, government, and corporate sources.Communicate the organization’s case for support to internal and external stakeholders; prepare materials for donor and funder engagement.Collaborate with finance and operations teams to collect data, prepare reports, and ensure responsible financial stewardship.Maintain strong funder relationships through regular meetings, site visits, and timely, accurate reporting.Work with program leaders to identify funding needs and align requests with strategic priorities.

Education

• University of Cincinnati College of Arts and Sciences

  Master of Public Administration - MPA

• University of Cincinnati

  Bachelor's degree