Leone Lettsome
Deputy Director of Grants | Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration
- Role
- Deputy Director of Grants at Municipal Governments
- Location
- Raleigh, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Leone Lettsome
With more than 20 years of progressive leadership in municipal and federal government, I…
Experience
Deputy Director of Grants
Jan 2024 — Present
Lead the city’s strategic planning and management of grants, overseeing allocation, compliance, and integration of major federal, state, and local funding initiatives. Provide direct oversight of the city’s affordable housing programs and federal entitlement grants, ensuring resources are effectively used to expand housing access and community development. Build partnerships with government agencies, funding entities, and community stakeholders to maximize impact. Mentor and supervise a team of grant professionals to deliver efficient execution and high-impact results.Key Contributions:Provide oversight of federal entitlement programs including CDBG, HOME, ESG, and related housing initiatives.Ensure compliance and accountability for multi-million-dollar funding portfolios.Guide affordable housing strategies to align with citywide goals and community needs.Strengthen fiscal transparency through improved monitoring, reporting, and audit readiness.Expand external funding opportunities through strategic partnerships.Mentor and develop grants staff, increasing departmental capacity and performance.
Education
Grambling State University
Masters of Public Administration (MPA)
2000 — 2002
Grambling State University
Bachelor's Degree
1995 — 1999
Jackson State University
Ph.D.
2008 — 2010
Grambling State University
Master of Public Administration - MPA
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