Grant Writing

Creating a toolbox forraising capital.

Create your own grant writing tool box

Who are you? Paint a picture of your organization

Mission StatementBoard of DirectorsOrganizational Staff General Operating BudgetConstituent Demographics

What do you want? Build your proposal framework

Statement of Need/Problem StatementProgram DescriptionActivities and Delivery StrategyProject StaffProject Budget

How will you succeed? Measure your program outcomes

Select metrics that will best demonstrate your success

Structure reasonable timelines

*KEEP IT SIMPLE!

Does it all make sense? Tighten up your message

Review proposal with key staff and board

Review proposals of previously funded organizations

Compare program goals to foundation requirements

Align your budget to ensure sufficient funding

Is the project complete? Package it properly

Review guidelines closely – particularly deadlines

E-mail or Fed Ex?Ensure all requested documents are enclosed or attachedRequest a return receipt