Are there trigger words that work better in a grant proposal than others? Yes, there are.
Writing a compelling needs statement for a federal grant can be tricky. Here are three tips on how to tackle the statement for a successful proposal.
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Three essential truths about grant funding.
How to measure the most impactful things in your grant proposal.
A good and well thought through budget can make or break your grant proposal.
Budget and budget justification are key areas in every application. A poorly written budget can ruin an otherwise good proposal. Here are some tips for writing fundable budgets and responsive budget narratives.
One of the biggest challenges in writing a grant proposal is developing a budget for your project. Finding the balance between too much detail and not enough to demonstrate what your school or district will do with the grant funds is difficult. This article will help you create a realistic budget and carefully think through exactly what you need from the funding agency to successfully implement your project.
Not all donors are the same and there is no "universal " donor culture.
The grant evaluation is an important part of the application and implementation process.
One aspect of a strong grant proposal that is important yet easily overlooked is an organization's past successes.
Writing a grant proposal as a team has many advantages. Here are some tips on ow to avoid a "Too many cooks" - scenario.
In order to build a relationship with a potential funder, you need to reach out to the program officer.
How do you establish plans to sustain your program.
Site visits are important events to showcase the relevance of your grant proposal. Navigating them correctly is crucial
A strong grant application should include a feature that is often overlooked: your organization's past successes.
It is vitally improtant to thank your donors after receiving your grant.
A setp-by-step guide on how to get started with mobile fundraising.
Grant writing experts offer some top tips and secret insights into successful grant applications.
Writing an evaluation is necessary because it provides vital feedback to organizations.
These are the first steps you should take after winning a grant.
A few helpful and important tips for writing applications that focus on funding for arts education.
Funding technology can be a challenge in K-12 educaiton. This white paper shows some creative solutions.
It is imperative for grant writers to write clear and concise proposals. Here are ten common mistakes that are seomtimes overlooked.
Some funders and foundations require a site visit as part of their grant review process. How can you prepare for this crucial visit?
A fiscal sponsor can help a new nonprofit organization get a foot-hold in the nonprofit sector until it is officially recognized as a 501(c)(3) organization.
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Sheryl Abshire shares her tips for writing winning applications and receiving technology grants for schools.
Successful grants are well-crafted and carefully compiled. Here are 11 cruical steps that need to be addressed on a winning grant proposal.
Federal grants follow a linear pattern from the creation of the funding opportunity to the implementation of the award. The lifecycle is divided into three main stages.
What school districts should consider as they update technology resources and how to plan for funding technology purchases. Also included in this article is a Dear Colleague Letter: Federal Funding for Technology PDF that provides examples of how funds under Titles I through IV of the ESEA, as amended by ESSA, and the IDEA may support the use of technology to improve instruction and student outcomes.
The goals and objectives section can make or break your grant proposal. Get tips for writing effective goals and objectives.
It is important to closely read the eligibility requirements.
An Insider's perspective on how to win grants
What should educators look for when writing an application for a STEM grant?
Grants from Corporations may be a way to source grant monies for technology projects. Here are six easy steps to follow.
Following a few basic rules can ease the way to grant writing success.
Funders might retract grant money if it is not used as proposed. Grant applicants must know how to use their funds before developing a grant proposal.
Effective time management is one of the most valuable skills when writing a grant application.
Advice for writing research grants to the National Science Foundation (NSF), including the latest versions of NSF forms.
Once you have defined your funding need, you must identify potential granting organizations. Here are some helpful tips to find the right funder and how and when to contact them.
Fiscal sponsorship can increase the number and diversity of community programs. The San Francisco Study Center created this directory as a tool to connect community projects with fiscal sponsors.
It is important for a sponsor and its project to understand the nature of their relationship. Here are six examples of how not to do it.
Sukey Blanc, a member of the AAUW community and founder of Creative Research and Evaluation (CR&E), shares her tips on how to write a grant proposal that will get the attention it deserves.
Academic grant writing varies across the disciplines. This practical guide gives advice on writing and revising grant proposals for research findings.
Securing partners and obtaining quality documentation of the collaboration are some of the most important yet difficult parts of the grant-writing.
Building the right team of people to help you complete your project is an essential part of submitting the perfect application. Here are some tips to help you find and build the perfect research team.
There is great potential to leverage social media to help your nonprofit, but the use of social media is not an end on its own. This post will not explain "how to" use social media, but "why."
Every nonprofit organization needs donors to survive, but it is a big challenge for many to get and retain them. This article lays out five tips on how you can build the right relationship with your donors and help sustain your organization year after year.
Unfortunately, not all grant proposals will be successful. Instead of focusing on the negative outcome, read this article to use the denied grant as a learning opportunity for future grant requests
What is fiscal sponsorship? What does the fiscal sponsor do? This article will answer these questions and help you to understand the role of a sponsor in the grant-making process.
With tight budgets, many teachers are turning to grants to supplement their funds for resources that will enhance their students' learning opportunities in the classroom. Grants can enable teachers to invest in special projects, purchase equipment, and engage students in motivation-based activities. This article provides tips specifically for writing grants for STEM projects, but the tips can be applied to any subject.
Here are a few tips to read before starting to write your first school grant proposal. This article is a great refresher even if you have a few grant applications under your belt!
Navigating the ins-and-outs of federal grants can be challenging. Check out these tips from the U.S. Department of Education to help you understand what's expected.
When writing a grant proposal, you want to use every resource at your fingertips, including social media. This article provides insight into how your grant writing may benefit from your use of social media
As more funding organizations require grant proposals to be submitted online, be sure you understand the difference between online and traditional paper grant applications. Check out these tips to make sure you don't lose anything when converting to a different format.
As schools and districts continue to encounter budget struggles, writing grant proposals is becoming the norm. Here are tips and resources for writing an award-winning proposal for your school or classroom.
While many common factors exist across all types of grant proposals, those for education funding have their own unique criteria. Check out this article to help you craft your next education proposal.
Fundraising is an art as well as a science: It requires both creativity and flexibility. It also requires following a proven process for writing a successful proposal. This short tutorial provides an easy-to-follow walkthrough of the process of successful proposal writing.
Winning a federal grant is not an easy process, and managing your grant once you win it is often the beginning of the work. Check out these tips on what to do once you've been awarded a federal grant.
A needs statement answers the question: "Why Care?" The needs statement of your grant proposal is key to getting reviewers emotionally involved and convinced that their funding can make a big difference in your community. This PDF "toolkit" dissects the needs statement and provides tips for writing a winning one.
A finely tuned cover letter may turn a grant application in your favor.
A Letter of Intent (LOI) allows a foundation to quickly assess if there is a good match between the foundation's interests and the project. Explore the components of an LOI and techniques for writing.
