Foundation Center's Guide to Proposal Writing

Name: Foundation Center's Guide to Proposal Writing
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ISBN: 9781595424044

ISBN-10: 1595424040

ISBN-13: 9781595424044

Edition: 6th 2012

Authors: Jane C. Geever, Foundation Center Staff

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In the sixth edition of our essential Guide, author Jane C. Geever provides detailed instructions on preparing successful grant proposals. Incorporating the results of 40 interviews with grantmakers across the nation, the Guide reveals their priorities in reviewing submissions and provides insight into what makes a winning proposal. The Guide outlines the entire proposal-writing process: Pre-Proposal Planning Tips-This helps you decide when your nonprofit is ready to raise funds and determine how to best define your project. Components of the Proposal-Review actual cover letters, project descriptions, budgets, and examples of important follow-up communications with prospective donors.…

Book details

Edition: 6th
Copyright year: 2012
Publisher: Foundation Center, The
Binding: Hardcover
Size: 7.50" wide x 10.50" long x 0.75" tall
Weight: 1.672
Language: English



Preface


From the Author


Introduction: The Proposal Is Part of a Process


Getting Started: Establishing a Presence and Setting Funding Priorities


Developing the Proposal: Preparation, Tips on Writing, Overview of Components


Developing the Proposal: The Executive Summary


Developing the Proposal: The Statement of Need


Developing the Proposal: The Project Description


Developing the Proposal: The Evaluation


Developing the Proposal: The Budget


Developing the Proposal: Organization Information and Conclusion


Variations on the Project Proposal Format


Packaging the Proposal


Researching Potential Funders


Contacting and Cultivating Potential Funders


Online Applications


Funder Reviews of the Proposal-Due Diligence


Meeting with Funders


Life After the Grant-or Rejection


What the Funders Have to Say


Sample Proposal


Selected Resources on Proposal Development


Resources of the Foundation Center


About the Author