You will be quoted an hourly rate or a project price, similar to other professions. Rates are usually $40 - $100 per hour for researching grant opportunities and writing proposals. As a new client, you may be asked to make a down payment, or to pay in full when the proposals are delivered to you. It is unethical for a Certified Grant Writer to accept compensation that is a percentage of your grant funds. It is also unethical for compensation to be contingent upon receipt of grant funds.