Supporting Charter Schools Across New York State Since 2021
Trusted by 18+ Charter Schools Across New York StateProviding direct support in federal funding administration, compliance monitoring, NYSED reporting, and E-Rate management.
Serving Charter Schools with dedicated expertise
Supporting Charter Schools Across New York State
Federal Funding, Compliance & E-Rate
Small Business committed to mission-driven work
Always working directly with the Owner
Relied upon by Charter School Leaders Across New York
Federal and state grants demand strict fiscal compliance and precise reporting. A single missed deadline or documentation gap can trigger lost funding, penalties, or audit findings — consequences that are especially severe for charter schools operating on thin margins across multiple funding sources. That's why I work directly with school leaders to ensure every requirement is met and every dollar is protected.
Non-compliance can result in full or partial grant disallowance, leaving critical programs underfunded.
Inadequate documentation or reporting errors invite scrutiny from federal and state auditors.
Charter schools face an extremely small margin for error when managing multiple funding streams.
Charter Funds is owned and operated by Brianna Risley, a charter school funding and compliance consultant serving schools throughout New York State.
Since 2021, Brianna has supported more than 18 charter schools across New York State in federal funding administration, compliance management, NYSED reporting, and E-Rate services.
In 2021, Brianna entered the charter school funding field through hands-on training in federal grants, budgeting, and compliance. She was later entrusted with an established portfolio of charter school clients and went on to create Charter Funds, building a business focused on personalized service, responsiveness, and long-term partnerships.
Since then, she has expanded services to include E-Rate consulting, NYSED compliance reporting, grant management, and federal funding administration.
Today, Brianna works directly with every school she serves, providing individualized support that larger consulting firms often cannot offer.
As a wife, mother, and business owner, Brianna believes in building trusted relationships and helping schools maximize funding opportunities while maintaining full compliance.
Every client works directly with Brianna. There are no account managers, junior consultants, or support staff standing between schools and the expertise they need. This direct relationship allows for responsive communication, personalized service, and long-term partnerships built on trust.
Charter Funds proudly provides funding, compliance, grants management, and E-Rate support to charter schools throughout New York State.
From newly authorized charter schools to established charter networks, Charter Funds provides personalized support to schools across urban, suburban, and rural communities throughout New York.
Charter Funds currently supports charter schools throughout New York State, ranging from newly authorized schools to established charter networks serving thousands of students.
Currently supporting 18+ charter schools across New York State, ranging from newly authorized schools to established charter networks serving thousands of students.
Schools range from single-site charter schools to growing charter networks serving thousands of students across New York State.
I work directly with charter schools to provide comprehensive federal funding, compliance management, and E-Rate consulting. Every school receives personalized support tailored to their specific needs and funding sources.
I manage the complete federal funding lifecycle for charter schools—from Consolidated Application development through budget amendments, carryover management, and grant closeouts. Every school receives personalized support tailored to their specific Title programs and funding sources.
Effective grant compliance requires more than good intentions — it demands a structured system that enforces spending guidelines, eligibility rules, and fiscal reporting requirements in real time. My compliance approach gives you full visibility into every grant dollar.
I enforce allowable cost rules and eligibility requirements, ensuring every expenditure is defensible during an audit.
I maintain comprehensive documentation trails that support every budget line and satisfy federal and state auditors.
I provide budget-to-actual reporting and real-time dashboards that give leadership clear visibility into grant status and compliance posture.
Ongoing monitoring and timely submission of required reports keep your organization ahead of every agency deadline. I handle drawdowns and reimbursement support, producing detailed financial reports ready for both internal review and external audits. My proactive approach means you're never caught off guard.
I ensure all required documentation is submitted to agencies on schedule.
I produce accurate, complete financial reports that accelerate reimbursement cycles.
I maintain organized records that withstand scrutiny from any auditor.
New York State requires charter schools to submit accurate, timely compliance reports and surveys. I help schools navigate NYSED requirements, maintain audit-ready documentation, and respond to desk reviews with confidence.
Grant-funded activities must remain compliant throughout the entire program period — not just at application or closeout. My program monitoring services ensure your organization stays on track, on budget, and on deadline from start to finish.
I establish grant calendar, compliance checkpoints, and reporting schedule.
I monitor performance metrics and budget-to-actual analysis throughout the program period.
I manage deadlines, flag compliance gaps, and maintain documentation in real time.
I submit timely, accurate reports to agencies with full supporting documentation.
Charter Funds was founded by Brianna Risley to provide personalized federal funding, compliance, and E-Rate support to charter schools across New York State.
After entering the charter school funding field in 2021 through hands-on training and direct experience, Brianna built strong relationships with school leaders and developed expertise in federal funding administration, compliance monitoring, and NYSED reporting. She later created Charter Funds with a vision of providing schools with responsive, dependable, and individualized support.
Today, Charter Funds serves charter schools throughout New York State while operating from Texas, providing direct access to the owner and a trusted partner dedicated to helping schools maximize funding opportunities and maintain compliance.
Federal Funding Programs (Title I, II, III, IV, Homeless Set-Aside, and related grants)
Consolidated Applications
FS-10, FS-10A, FS-10F, and FS-25 Budget Management
Grant Amendments and Closeouts
NYSED Compliance Reporting and Surveys
E-Rate Program Administration
Federal Funding Management
Program Monitoring and Audit Preparation
Federal Funding Compliance
NYSED Survey Administration
"Charter Funds was built on a simple idea: schools deserve a knowledgeable and dependable partner who genuinely cares about their success. What began as an opportunity to learn the field and continue serving a handful of schools has grown into a business that supports charter schools across New York State. I take great pride in helping school leaders navigate funding, compliance, and reporting requirements so they can focus on what matters most—serving students and families."
— Brianna
Founder & Principal Consultant, Charter Funds
Charter Funds is proud to announce that we are now officially Charter Funds LLC, a registered Texas Limited Liability Company.
While our legal structure has evolved, one thing remains unchanged—my commitment to providing exceptional service, trusted guidance, and personalized support to every charter school I serve.
Since 2021, I have had the privilege of partnering with charter schools throughout New York State, helping school leaders navigate federal funding, NYSED compliance, E-Rate, grant administration, budgeting, and reporting requirements. Building Charter Funds has been a journey rooted in trust, hard work, and meaningful relationships with the schools and communities I support.
Becoming an LLC represents more than a business milestone. It reflects my long-term commitment to this profession and to the schools that have placed their confidence in me. It is an investment in the future of Charter Funds and a promise to continue providing dependable, knowledgeable, and responsive consulting services for years to come.
As the sole owner and consultant of Charter Funds LLC, every client continues to work directly with me. There are no account managers or layers of communication—just a dedicated partner who understands the unique challenges charter schools face and is committed to helping them succeed.
To every school leader, business office, and colleague who has trusted me along this journey, thank you. Your confidence and support have made this milestone possible, and I look forward to continuing to serve you with the same integrity, professionalism, and personal attention that Charter Funds was built upon.
Here's to the next chapter.
Brianna Risley
Founder & Principal Consultant
Charter Funds LLC
My mission is to help charter schools maximize every funding opportunity available to them while ensuring compliance, efficiency, and long-term financial sustainability. I believe school leaders should be focused on educating students—not navigating complex grant requirements, federal funding regulations, state reporting requirements, and E-Rate processes alone.
My goal is to serve as a trusted partner to charter schools by providing personalized support, responsive communication, and dependable expertise that allows schools to secure and manage the funding they need to thrive.
"Brianna, I don't believe in saying too much. A little goes a long way. Working at Yalow for the past three years alongside your expertise in grant management has made my job significantly easier. Your ongoing support, knowledge, and passion for the work are unmatched."
— Camille Waugh
Rosalyn Yalow Charter School
"Brianna's expertise in federal funding, grants management, E-Rate, compliance, and NYSED reporting has been an invaluable asset to our school. Her professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail have helped us navigate complex funding requirements with confidence while keeping our focus on serving students and families. I highly recommend Brianna and Charter Funds to any school seeking a trusted and knowledgeable partner."
— Dr. Laurie Midgette
Founding Principal-CEO, Cultural Arts Academy Charter School
Ready to discuss your school's funding, compliance, or E-Rate needs? Contact Brianna directly.
Based in Texas | Serving Charter Schools Throughout New York State
Whether you need support with federal funding, E-Rate, NYSED reporting, or compliance management, Charter Funds is here to help. Reach out directly to Brianna — a trusted partner dedicated to your school's success.
Based in Texas | Serving Charter Schools Throughout New York State
Contact me directly to discuss your school's funding, compliance, and E-Rate needs. I'm happy to schedule a conversation and learn more about your goals.
Supporting New York charter schools with federal funding, compliance management, NYSED reporting, and E-Rate services.