Tess Dunkel

Grants Administrator @National Fish and Wildlife Foundation

Washington, DC, US

I manage Federal and Non-Federal funding across over 200 active grants within the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, overseeing the full grant lifecycle—from contract development and reimbursement processing to amendment requests and final report review. I work closely with both prospective and awarded grantees, providing ongoing guidance and support throughout the duration of their projects.In collaboration with internal departments, I help facilitate timely proposal reviews, fiscal approvals, and resolution of project-specific inquiries to ensure smooth execution and compliance. I also maintain and utilize detailed Excel-based reporting tools to monitor grant progress, track budgets, and streamline workflow management—ensuring accurate oversight and efficient operations.

Woodward Academy

High School Diploma, General Studies

UCL

English, Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies

Colgate University

Bachelor's degree, English and Art History Double Major