Capabilities Statement
Company Overview
DC Smith Advisory is a boutique consulting firm specializing in federal grants management, compliance, and capacity-building for local governments and mission-driven nonprofits. We help lean teams stand up durable, audit-ready systems aligned to 2 CFR 200 and the GAO Green Book—prioritizing capacity-building over dependency so improvements stick. Clients work directly with senior talent and get pragmatic solutions designed for the realities of small-to-mid sized municipalities.
Core Service Areas
We empower government and nonprofit organizations to achieve measurable impact through expert guidance in grant administration, internal control over compliance, and organizational development. We deliver sustainable, high-quality solutions rooted in integrity, innovation, and accountability.
DC Smith Advisory provides comprehensive grants management services to help organizations navigate the complexities of federal funding.
Tailored solutions to help design, implement, and strengthen internal controls to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with federal requirements.
We partner with organizations to co-create workflows, develop effective staffing plans, and implement operational improvements.
Compliance Integrity Program (CIP)
Independent compliance remediation and governance support triggered by audit findings, material weaknesses, or systemic control gaps.
Engagements focus on root-cause analysis, corrective action plan governance, and restoring compliance integrity without compromising independence.
Funding Forward Framework (F3)
Structured support for entities building or recalibrating a grant-seeking strategy.
F3 addresses strategic and capacity triggers such as expiring funding, new strategic plans, or leadership mandates to pursue grants. Work centers on eligibility readiness, application planning, and pre-award decision support.
Grant Compliance Operations (GCO)
Operational lifecycle grants management support.
GCO supports entities managing active awards, capacity constraints, or growth inflection points. Services include award setup, policy and procedure alignment, reporting calendars, financial management, subrecipient oversight, and closeout support.
Core Competencies
Post-award grants administration aligned to 2 CFR 200 (policies, SEFA/SF-425 support, subrecipient monitoring, reporting, closeout).
Internal controls design mapped to GAO Green Book / COSO; quarterly self-assessments & CAP tracking.
Compliance readiness & response for federal monitoring and Single Audits (planning, evidence prep, response strategy).
Staff training, toolkits, and train-the-trainer programs to institutionalize capacity.
Differentiators
Capacity-building over dependency — every engagement transfers tools, training, and process know-how.
Independent assurance option (ACO) — formal ring-fencing so oversight never conflicts with program execution.
AI-augmented QA, human-verified, accelerates analysis and document checks while maintaining professional review.
Senior-led, boutique delivery — direct access to a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) / Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) with >15 years public-sector experience.
EDWOSB/WOSB small business — agile partner without big-firm overhead.
Past Performance
$35M
Urban and Community Forestry Program (USDA)
Program & financial management support to a national nonprofit leading a multi-partner award
97.83%
Federal Grants Training Recommendation Rate
SME instructor & course developer. Topics include federal grant administration, cost principles, and internal controls.
$200M+
Local Government Post-Award Administration
Direct program oversight responsibility for federal and state financial assistance for Florida local governments.
Company Data + Codes
Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) | Cage Code
FNU6V4EYP9S6 | 9KHE5
NAICS
541611 (Primary), 541612, 541618, 541690, 541990, 541219, 611430, 921190
Certifications
EDWOSB/WOSB (small business); CIA, CGAP (Principal)
Service Area
U.S. - Local Government & Nonprofit focus.
Authorized Representative
Cam holds the distinguished certifications of Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP), reflecting her commitment to excellence and ethical practice. With over 15 years of experience in federal grants management, government auditing, and program administration, Cam brings a wealth of knowledge and a hands-on approach to every engagement.
Clarity. Compliance. Capacity.
Built on the Uniform Guidance + GAO Standards