Creating a proposal that attracts attention requires including just enough details to present a winning case. Brevity is wise; however, make sure you include the right information. This presentation is a simple overview of the essential parts of a quality proposal.

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PROPOSAL CONTENT
Grant Writing Series

2. ADMINISTRATION
Describe how organization is structured, staff involved, partnerships and
collaborations in place to help make program a success. What percent-
age of revenue is used for administration?
PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS
Describe unique relationships, partnerships and collaborations in place to
help make program a success. Include shared resources, facilities, fund-
ing, volunteers or other details related to program.
SUSTAINABILITY PLAN
Where will additional funding come from not only to support the project
but to sustain it? Include list of current or solicited donor foundations.
DOCUMENTS
Administration/Finance Documents
 IRS Letter
 Audited financial statement
 Annual operating budget
 Project or program budget
 List of Board of Directors
Stewardship and Communication
 Impact Report
 Annual Report
 Organization promotion packet
 Website/Facebook/LinkedIn address
 Infographic related to need
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Provide brief introduction to organization includ-
ing history, why organization was started, year
established, mission, purpose and service. In-
clude story of impact. Grab attention — open
with a story.
PROBLEM & NEED STATEMENT
Detailed description of the social problem or
need your organization will address, supporting
data, targeted population and demographic, and
targeted service area, city or location.
SERVICES
Detailed description of each service or program
offered, targeted population served, where services
are offered, and program schedules if relevant. In-
clude impact and performance data from previous
year.
SERVICE IMPACT SUMMARY
Describe outcomes and impact made over the past 1
or 2 years. What is the project designed to accom-
plish? List specific goals of the project?
PROJECT INFORMATION
Present details on specific program, project or ser-
vice you are requesting funding for. Describe num-
ber to be served, anticipated outcomes, location,
targeted population or demographics of group
served by project.

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