As a User Researcher, I am leading the research and iteration of an AI-driven grant-writing automation tool for a nonprofit, working closely with grant writers and program staff to understand how automation can reduce burnout while preserving proposal quality and organizational voice. Through ongoing prototype testing and feedback sessions, I am guiding the MVP toward assisted drafting features that prioritize transparency, editorial control, and mission alignment rather than replacing human judgment entirely. I partner cross-functionally with developers and product managers to embed user insights throughout the development cycle, ensuring decisions are consistently grounded in evidence rather than assumptions. By synthesizing findings into clear frameworks and presenting strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders, I help drive user-centered decision-making while strengthening research literacy across the organization.