As Grant Administrator at Tighe & Bond, Leilani Dalpe works closely with staff and partners to identify effective, sustainable funding sources across federal, state, local, and private programs. She supports projects throughout the full grant lifecycle—from strategic planning and preliminary applications to implementation, compliance, and reporting. With more than 15 years of public-sector experience, including service as an elected official and in municipal administration, her work spans a wide range of project types, including infrastructure, environmental protection, climate resilience, historic preservation, and transportation. Leilani currently serves on the Plymouth County Development Council and previously served for many years on the SRPEDD Board in Southeast Massachusetts. She is highly knowledgeable in government statutes and regulatory frameworks at the federal, state, and municipal levels. Leilani is a Massachusetts Certified Public Purchasing Official (MCPPO) and holds a master’s in public administration (MPA) from Merrimack College.
Life Outside of Work
Leilani enjoys spending time with her husband and their three dogs on two acres in a rural community, just down the road from her son and daughter-in-law. An avid traveler, she has visited more than 25 countries. She is deeply passionate about history and preservation and currently serves as Chair of the Board of the historic Colonial Oliver Estate, where she oversees restoration efforts and directs all programming. Holding degrees in music, Leilani also conducts the bell choir in her hometown of Middleborough.