The document provides an overview of an internship opportunity with The Forgotten Ones nonprofit organization to learn grant writing basics, including understanding what grants are, the key parts of a grant proposal, and drafting a mini-grant application. It also includes worksheets and resources to help interns understand the grant writing process, such as outlining the typical sections of a proposal and defining important grant writing terms. The goal is for interns to gain practical skills in grant proposal development that can be applied to funding opportunities.
Michele R. Berard, MBA, CFRE lecture for 5/4/11 class - Nonprofits & Philanthropy at Rhode Island College. Contains fundamentals of fundraising, ethics, and establishing your professional brand.
A Foundation Grants program is the base of every philanthropy program. An organization constructs its case for support which acts as the main commercial for the organization. Prospect research, planning and communications are also discussing in this presentation.
Michele R. Berard, MBA, CFRE lecture for 5/4/11 class - Nonprofits & Philanthropy at Rhode Island College. Contains fundamentals of fundraising, ethics, and establishing your professional brand.
A Foundation Grants program is the base of every philanthropy program. An organization constructs its case for support which acts as the main commercial for the organization. Prospect research, planning and communications are also discussing in this presentation.
Leveraging Resources for Local Brownfields Revitalization nado-web
Brownfields (vacant, underutilized, or contaminated properties) depress local economies and reduce local tax revenues and threaten human and environmental health. Localities across the country have employed a broad array of funding strategies and tools to make their communities more resilient and sustainable. This session will focus on funding opportunities for public/private projects that the “brownfields” designation makes possible. It will include funding strategies as well as specific public and private sources, and suggestions for identifying who, where, and how to competitively seek funding.
Eugene Goldfarb, Technical Assistance Provider, Center for Hazardous Substance Research, Manhattan, KS
Margaret Renas, Lead, Community and Brownfield Redevelopment, Delta Institute, Chicago, IL
Matt Ward, CEO, Sustainable Strategies DC, Washington, DC
Grant Funding for Nonprofit OrganizationsGrace Dunlap
In this 1 hour webinar hosted by CharityNet USA, we discuss the benefits and stipulations of grant funding for nonprofit organizations. For more information on grants, please visit: http://www.charitynetusa.com/grants.php
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Social work administrators need to be able to help raise funds for their organizations and ensure that the funds are spent effectively. Once administrators receive funding, how they manage the funds is critical for accountability and sustainability. When administrators manage funds effectively, they increase their credibility with stakeholders in the community. Administrators must be able to demonstrate how the resources have been used to support the mission of the organization.
Discussion 1: Funding through Grants
Budgeting in human services organizations brings about many challenges. Human services agencies must be creative in managing their budget due to the increased demands on the agency and the needs of the clients and stakeholders. There are many legal, contractual, and other requirements under the concept of financial management, as such agency administrators need to be creative to obtain funding. Applying for grants in both the private and public sectors is one access to funding resources. Most grants will require that you present a proposed budget for use of the funds. Thus, grants and budgeting often go hand in hand.
For this Discussion, think about grant writing and the elements needed to write a successful grant. Then, review sample grants at
https://grantspace.org/resources/sample-documents/
. Identify one grant to discuss.
Post
the following:
Describe the key elements to grant writing.
Provide a brief description of the grant proposal you selected and explain the strengths of the proposal and any areas where it could be improved.
Explain how you would improve on the grant proposal to convince the funder that funding this program would have a positive and measurable effect on the community.
Support your post with specific references to the resources. Be sure to provide full APA citations for your references.
Discussion 2: Financial Capacity and Sustainability in Human Services
Receiving funding from a grant or other source of funds is a great accomplishment. Once the funding is received, the human services organization must be able to manage the funds effectively. The organization must also develop a plan to sustain the program after the funding period ends or the potential for change from the funded program may be limited.
For this Discussion, review the budget provided in the grant proposal that you discussed in Discussion 1 of this Week. Consider how you would prioritize budgetary needs and fundraise to continue covering costs of this program after the grant period has ended.
Post
a brief description of the budget presented in the grant proposal you selected. Describe how you might alter the budget after the grant ended or which budget items you would prioritize as you sought additional funding to continue the program. Explain why you would make these changes or prioritize specific budget items. Finally, explain how you would fundraise to meet the budget priorities.
Support your post with specific re.
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peer1
The method of developing and application process for funding contributed by an institution such as a government department, corporation, foundation or trust referred to grant writing. The application process is referred as proposals or submissions of grants. The proposal process included bank parts such as analyzing the intended audience for the proposal gathering information about the subject of the proposal choosing the appropriate type of the proposal, formatting, revising, editing, proofread, and submitting the proposal.
Grant writer use clear specific language for reader’s attention to help persuade readers to fund the proposal.
Writing a successful grant proposal is a great task, but with practice and awareness of common missteps it can become easier. Funders look for sound program that’s incorporated measurable outcomes best practices, qualified staff, success rates, stones, and innovative piece. Also, for agencies funders are looking to see a board that gives solid financials, balance budget, sound record keeping, and variety of funding sources.
How to write an excellent proposal, the proposal should be clear and succinct, heart & head focus, and exemplified. You want to help the funder achieve their goals. There acknowledgement of a successful grant proposal, which includes unique and innovative answers, budget & proposal numbers, volunteers measurable outcomes, and evaluation. Ensure the funder that you have included samples of the program outcome.
Forty percent of applications take six plus months. Grant writing is a learning process.
In order to write be a successful grant writer you have to understand grant makers. Understanding what sponsors want and A-line yourself with state admission. It is important to have competitive files. The title and abstracts some determine who reviews the proposal. The abstracts will need to be separate and independent. Sustainably plans should be competitive and capable of an effort to achieve long-term success stability. Always know your reviewers, speaking the language of the panelist.
Restricted funds can only be determine by the donor, if a donation is restricted or not. The designation can be made by a letter from the donor or through explicit agreement with the non-profit. Some potential pitfalls are associated with restricted gift are often grants from foundation are restricted to a particular program or purpose, and that restriction is set in the documentation that accompanies the award. Another pitfall would include temporarily restriction. Time restricted donation can be used for a particular purpose for a specified period or it must support a specific program or campaign. When the time is up and the project is done the funds be unrestricted or stopped.
Restricted gifts fall into two categories, which include temporarily restricted and permanently restricted. As an executive of a non-profit organization I would not prefer restricted gifts because the charity can invest the g.
Respond to each peer initial post with a response 3-4 sentences long.docxcarlstromcurtis
Respond to each peer initial post with a response 3-4 sentences long.
Peer # 1
inancial Information Typically Required by a Grant Proposal
There are several components necessary to prepare a grant proposal with one of them being the budget request (annual budget) and budget justification. Budgets are prepared for a twelve-month period called the fiscal year which could be the dates of the organization’s choosing, not necessarily January 1st– December 31stif each year. “Some funders will request an organization or operating budget which is the annual projection of income and expenses for the organization’s fiscal year. Sometimes only the project or program budget will be required. The program budget contains the projected income and expenses for the specific program which is being proposed for funding (Annual Budget, 2018).” This is where you will now need to assign dollar amounts to staff positions and activities without going over the proposed budget amount. The budget justification, sometimes referred to as a budget narrative, includes information about the expense line items of the annual budget (Budget Justification, 2018). Common budget line items for the Budget Request include:
Staff salaries
Taxes
Fringe benefits
Indirect costs
In kind items
Rent and utilities
Equipment and supplies
Postage
Travel(Section 5. Writing a Grant, 2018).
Included in the financials will be the cash flow budget which will show when funds should be expected and when expenses will be paid. This budget helps the nonprofit determine if there will be cash available from the nonprofit’s income sources to pay for the organization’s expenses as they are incurred (Cash Flow Budget, 2018).
Ways to Present Financial Information so Grant Reviewers May Consider Your Grant Proposal More Favorably
There really is no right or wrong way to impress the funder with a grant proposal unless the requirements are just simply not met. But some of the best ways to present financial information so that grant reviewers may consider your grant proposal more favorably are listed as follows: Consider a meeting with the funding source. Sometimes, it is possible to set up a meeting with a foundation staff person to explore your idea before a proposal is written or delivered (Section 4. Applying for a Grant: The General Approach, 2018).Some funders may agree to a meeting while others may not be open to that idea as much because they may feel like they are too busy. Follow instructions, be sure to abide by the requirements and the format requested (this cannot be stressed enough). Research information on what you are proposing so that you may have accurate information but be specific to your program so that it may stand out. Be clear and concise as to what the funds will be spent on. Make sure that all financials are realistic and do not exceed the budget amount.
Peer # 2
Financial Information and Grant Proposals
We know that a
grant
is a specific amount of money give ...
As we're going through the economic stress caused by the ongoing pandemic outbreak, many nonprofits and startups will feel the economic hit, as foundations, corporations, and investors significantly reduce their donations, endowments, and investments.
This deck gives valuable insights on how to build a fund searching strategy for better results, and develop a winning grant proposal.
Who will benefit:
Nonprofits
Startups
Beginners in grant writing
Academic researchers
Leveraging Resources for Local Brownfields Revitalization nado-web
Brownfields (vacant, underutilized, or contaminated properties) depress local economies and reduce local tax revenues and threaten human and environmental health. Localities across the country have employed a broad array of funding strategies and tools to make their communities more resilient and sustainable. This session will focus on funding opportunities for public/private projects that the “brownfields” designation makes possible. It will include funding strategies as well as specific public and private sources, and suggestions for identifying who, where, and how to competitively seek funding.
Eugene Goldfarb, Technical Assistance Provider, Center for Hazardous Substance Research, Manhattan, KS
Margaret Renas, Lead, Community and Brownfield Redevelopment, Delta Institute, Chicago, IL
Matt Ward, CEO, Sustainable Strategies DC, Washington, DC
Grant Funding for Nonprofit OrganizationsGrace Dunlap
In this 1 hour webinar hosted by CharityNet USA, we discuss the benefits and stipulations of grant funding for nonprofit organizations. For more information on grants, please visit: http://www.charitynetusa.com/grants.php
Social work administrators need to be able to help raise funds for t.docxsamuel699872
Social work administrators need to be able to help raise funds for their organizations and ensure that the funds are spent effectively. Once administrators receive funding, how they manage the funds is critical for accountability and sustainability. When administrators manage funds effectively, they increase their credibility with stakeholders in the community. Administrators must be able to demonstrate how the resources have been used to support the mission of the organization.
Discussion 1: Funding through Grants
Budgeting in human services organizations brings about many challenges. Human services agencies must be creative in managing their budget due to the increased demands on the agency and the needs of the clients and stakeholders. There are many legal, contractual, and other requirements under the concept of financial management, as such agency administrators need to be creative to obtain funding. Applying for grants in both the private and public sectors is one access to funding resources. Most grants will require that you present a proposed budget for use of the funds. Thus, grants and budgeting often go hand in hand.
For this Discussion, think about grant writing and the elements needed to write a successful grant. Then, review sample grants at
https://grantspace.org/resources/sample-documents/
. Identify one grant to discuss.
Post
the following:
Describe the key elements to grant writing.
Provide a brief description of the grant proposal you selected and explain the strengths of the proposal and any areas where it could be improved.
Explain how you would improve on the grant proposal to convince the funder that funding this program would have a positive and measurable effect on the community.
Support your post with specific references to the resources. Be sure to provide full APA citations for your references.
Discussion 2: Financial Capacity and Sustainability in Human Services
Receiving funding from a grant or other source of funds is a great accomplishment. Once the funding is received, the human services organization must be able to manage the funds effectively. The organization must also develop a plan to sustain the program after the funding period ends or the potential for change from the funded program may be limited.
For this Discussion, review the budget provided in the grant proposal that you discussed in Discussion 1 of this Week. Consider how you would prioritize budgetary needs and fundraise to continue covering costs of this program after the grant period has ended.
Post
a brief description of the budget presented in the grant proposal you selected. Describe how you might alter the budget after the grant ended or which budget items you would prioritize as you sought additional funding to continue the program. Explain why you would make these changes or prioritize specific budget items. Finally, explain how you would fundraise to meet the budget priorities.
Support your post with specific re.
peer1 The method of developing and application process for funding.docxbartholomeocoombs
peer1
The method of developing and application process for funding contributed by an institution such as a government department, corporation, foundation or trust referred to grant writing. The application process is referred as proposals or submissions of grants. The proposal process included bank parts such as analyzing the intended audience for the proposal gathering information about the subject of the proposal choosing the appropriate type of the proposal, formatting, revising, editing, proofread, and submitting the proposal.
Grant writer use clear specific language for reader’s attention to help persuade readers to fund the proposal.
Writing a successful grant proposal is a great task, but with practice and awareness of common missteps it can become easier. Funders look for sound program that’s incorporated measurable outcomes best practices, qualified staff, success rates, stones, and innovative piece. Also, for agencies funders are looking to see a board that gives solid financials, balance budget, sound record keeping, and variety of funding sources.
How to write an excellent proposal, the proposal should be clear and succinct, heart & head focus, and exemplified. You want to help the funder achieve their goals. There acknowledgement of a successful grant proposal, which includes unique and innovative answers, budget & proposal numbers, volunteers measurable outcomes, and evaluation. Ensure the funder that you have included samples of the program outcome.
Forty percent of applications take six plus months. Grant writing is a learning process.
In order to write be a successful grant writer you have to understand grant makers. Understanding what sponsors want and A-line yourself with state admission. It is important to have competitive files. The title and abstracts some determine who reviews the proposal. The abstracts will need to be separate and independent. Sustainably plans should be competitive and capable of an effort to achieve long-term success stability. Always know your reviewers, speaking the language of the panelist.
Restricted funds can only be determine by the donor, if a donation is restricted or not. The designation can be made by a letter from the donor or through explicit agreement with the non-profit. Some potential pitfalls are associated with restricted gift are often grants from foundation are restricted to a particular program or purpose, and that restriction is set in the documentation that accompanies the award. Another pitfall would include temporarily restriction. Time restricted donation can be used for a particular purpose for a specified period or it must support a specific program or campaign. When the time is up and the project is done the funds be unrestricted or stopped.
Restricted gifts fall into two categories, which include temporarily restricted and permanently restricted. As an executive of a non-profit organization I would not prefer restricted gifts because the charity can invest the g.
Respond to each peer initial post with a response 3-4 sentences long.docxcarlstromcurtis
Respond to each peer initial post with a response 3-4 sentences long.
Peer # 1
inancial Information Typically Required by a Grant Proposal
There are several components necessary to prepare a grant proposal with one of them being the budget request (annual budget) and budget justification. Budgets are prepared for a twelve-month period called the fiscal year which could be the dates of the organization’s choosing, not necessarily January 1st– December 31stif each year. “Some funders will request an organization or operating budget which is the annual projection of income and expenses for the organization’s fiscal year. Sometimes only the project or program budget will be required. The program budget contains the projected income and expenses for the specific program which is being proposed for funding (Annual Budget, 2018).” This is where you will now need to assign dollar amounts to staff positions and activities without going over the proposed budget amount. The budget justification, sometimes referred to as a budget narrative, includes information about the expense line items of the annual budget (Budget Justification, 2018). Common budget line items for the Budget Request include:
Staff salaries
Taxes
Fringe benefits
Indirect costs
In kind items
Rent and utilities
Equipment and supplies
Postage
Travel(Section 5. Writing a Grant, 2018).
Included in the financials will be the cash flow budget which will show when funds should be expected and when expenses will be paid. This budget helps the nonprofit determine if there will be cash available from the nonprofit’s income sources to pay for the organization’s expenses as they are incurred (Cash Flow Budget, 2018).
Ways to Present Financial Information so Grant Reviewers May Consider Your Grant Proposal More Favorably
There really is no right or wrong way to impress the funder with a grant proposal unless the requirements are just simply not met. But some of the best ways to present financial information so that grant reviewers may consider your grant proposal more favorably are listed as follows: Consider a meeting with the funding source. Sometimes, it is possible to set up a meeting with a foundation staff person to explore your idea before a proposal is written or delivered (Section 4. Applying for a Grant: The General Approach, 2018).Some funders may agree to a meeting while others may not be open to that idea as much because they may feel like they are too busy. Follow instructions, be sure to abide by the requirements and the format requested (this cannot be stressed enough). Research information on what you are proposing so that you may have accurate information but be specific to your program so that it may stand out. Be clear and concise as to what the funds will be spent on. Make sure that all financials are realistic and do not exceed the budget amount.
Peer # 2
Financial Information and Grant Proposals
We know that a
grant
is a specific amount of money give ...
As we're going through the economic stress caused by the ongoing pandemic outbreak, many nonprofits and startups will feel the economic hit, as foundations, corporations, and investors significantly reduce their donations, endowments, and investments.
This deck gives valuable insights on how to build a fund searching strategy for better results, and develop a winning grant proposal.
Who will benefit:
Nonprofits
Startups
Beginners in grant writing
Academic researchers
Introduction to Effective Proposal Writing Top Pillars
Definition of proposal and grants
Type of proposal
The Grant Lifecycle
Pre steps of writing proposal
Proposal Formatting
Proposal Content
Special Challenges
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read and Respond to each of these peer DQ work with 3-4 sentence each.
1.
The evaluation of a grant proposal is extremely important. Any grant-writer should know how the grant will be evaluated as they are crafting the proposal. Evaluation criteria may vary from grant to grant, given the nature of the organization and funding. However, there are some evaluation criteria that are more universal. I researched three different grants and looked at their grading criteria to gain a better understanding. The first grant was from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and provides funding for schools to initiate head start programs in their area. The second set of evaluation criteria I reviewed covered all grants related to biomedical research from the National Institute of Health (NIH). Lastly, I reviewed the evaluation criteria for Operating Grants from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research. Perhaps the most common criteria for all three grants was the impact that each proposal would create if funded (CIHR, 2016). There seems to be a large focus on the societal impact and significance of the research beyond the specific field. Another important aspect was how the proposal project actually addresses an issue. For example, the HHS uses this criteria specifically: “describes how it will direct head start resources to the greatest need,” (HHS, 2015) so that they can make sure the money is put to good use. This also relates to the criteria that all three used which addresses the issue of whether or not the research is addressing an actual problem, or filling in a gap to improve things. The HHS and NIH grants both look for originality, which seems like legitimate evaluation criteria. A major theme for all three grant evaluation criteria is also the applicants. For example, they look at the qualifications of the applicants, their experience, training, etc. This is important because organizations want to know that if they grant the money, the applicants will actually be able to implement the program successfully.
Based on my research, I would author a grant differently after reading the evaluation criteria. For starters, I would reassess all the details of the grant proposal and examine the
why
and
how
of how my organization will effectively implement the program with the proposed grant money. By knowing exactly what the grant is evaluated is helpful because you know exactly what they are looking for with your proposal. It can also be a wakeup call for an organization to truly assess your capabilities. For example, even though your organization could benefit from the grant, is your organization actually capable of overseeing, implementing, maintaining a new program or project? As a strategy, I would collaborate with similar organizations who have had successful grant proposals with similar agencies to get their input. It could also be helpful to have as many details as possible planned for the actual imp.
NCompass Live - March 13, 2024
While every library is unique, they all seem to share one thing in common: they could use more money! Grant funding might be the just thing to help buy technology for STEM programming, get a new service initiative off the ground, or complete a renovation. But applying for grants can be overwhelming – and that’s assuming you can even find one for which you qualify. This session aims to introduce you to the tools to make the grant application process more easily navigable. In this session, Kathryn will provide tips for putting your best foot forward when it comes time to submit your proposal. Handouts include a roadmap to success and descriptions of various sections of the application.
Presenter: Kathryn Brockmeier, Grant Consultant.
This presentation will walk you through the basics of grant writing, from researching funders to signing the gift agreement.
Presented on April 6, 2011 by Victoria Lebron at Teachers College Columbia University's Gottesman libraries in Russell Hall.
The Forgotten Ones Inc Grant Writing Student Internship 2014
1. 1
Angela Toney-McConnell
Grant Department grants@theforgottenonesinc.org
The Forgotten Ones, Inc.
A 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Organization
Grant Writing Internship
Grant Department
Internship Overview:
The grant writing internship with the Grant Department provides an opportunity for a student to learn basic
grant writing and developing a draft proposal for mini-grant application for our 501 (c) (3) non-profit
organization.
Internship Learning Goals & Objectives:
Learning Goal #1: Internship Students will gain an understanding of the basics of grant writing.
Learning Objectives:
1. To understand what a grant is and why non-profit agencies write grants
2. To gain knowledge that grants are included as part of our non-profit agency fundraising plan to
fund program services and assist with general operating costs
3. To develop a knowledge base of what is important to grant makers in order match funding
priorities for the agency
Learning Goal #2: Internship Students will gain an understanding the basics of grant proposal writing.
Learning Objectives:
1. To develop a basic understanding of the basic parts of a grant proposal
2. To practice developing different parts of a draft grant proposal based on an agency program area
Learning Goal #3: Internship Students will use their reviewed draft proposal and prepare a mini-grant
application.
Learning Objectives:
1. To use practical skills application in grant writing with a budget by submitting a mini-grant for an
assigned project.
2. To gain understanding and practical skills application of actual grant application requirements
from an assigned funding announcement.
2. 2
Angela Toney-McConnell
Grant Department grants@theforgottenonesinc.org
The Forgotten Ones, Inc.
A 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Organization
Grant Writing Internship
Grant Department
Grant Writing Basics Worksheet
What are Grants?
Grants are funding that require a written application with a budget submitted to a Funder are not
required to be paid back. The funds are considered an Award not a Loan.
Grants can range from a small “mini-grant” that could be a one-time award of $100 to $5,000 to
larger grants that can range from awarded funds of $50,000.00 to $100,000.000. There are also
grants that are multi-year funding can have a set amount awarded for a period each year for up to
three years.
Grants are awarded to support programs for specific purposes and/or causes that align with the
funders priorities. Funder priorities need to be carefully matched to the needs and program funding
areas of the agency. Funders are public and private foundations, federal, state, local government
agencies. All details are given in funding announcements for each funder with an open RFP
(request for proposal), RFQ (request for qualifications), FOA (funding opportunity
announcement), Call for Applications, or some may simply have listed community grants or how
to apply for grants.
Basic Outline of Grant Proposal
A funders guidelines will tell you what is required in their grant proposal. However, there are basic
elements of the proposal that are the same. What follows below is the basic format you need to get
started in completing your draft proposal. Once you have your draft proposal completed, it is easier
to adapt what you need to fit the required format of other grant applications, specifically
cybergrants you may need to submit online.
Title of Project/Program
All grant proposals will require a title of the project/program area that the agency is requesting to
be funded. This is one way how the funder tracks grant applications that are submitted.
3. 3
Angela Toney-McConnell
Grant Department grants@theforgottenonesinc.org
Summary
Brief description of your project, only a two to three sentence summary of the proposal.
Organization Information
In two or three paragraphs, tell funder about our agency. Briefly summarize your our agency
history. State the agency mission, who we serve and our track record in the community and the
agency’s achievements. Clearly describe all the services we already provide. Add other details
that build the credibility of the agency. You can also list collaborative partners that the agency
works with, and how we partner with them to work in the community.
Statement of Need
What important need or problem is the agency addressing that needs to be funded as part of this
grant proposal? Explain how we serve the population we target, how meet the needs of the
community. Explain how the agency has the current capacity to meet the need, but also
demonstrate that the need from the community is continuing to rise (this is why we need more
funding). Describe the issues in local context and use data on who we serve.
Project Goals, Plan, and Activities
Explain how the agency is meeting the needs and then what we are planning to do about the
problem. Talk about the overall goals. Sometimes you don’t know all of this right away. So here
are key questions for writing:
Who is the target population we serve, and how we serve them?
How many people do you intend to serve?
What does the agency do to meet the needs? Describe the activities.
What project planning to meet rising needs from the community has the agency started to
think about?
Who is going to do the work? Is the agency collaborating with partner agencies to help?
When will new services start? Does the agency have the capacity?
How will services be impacted by the move?
Should this be a grant or a fundraiser?
Outcomes or Impact
Right now we process outcomes because we do not have the capacity for a measurable evaluation
plan with outcomes data. This is written into the evaluation component.
Other Funding
What other kinds of support does the agency have for this program that we are requesting funds
for? This is usually written in with the budget and budget justification. Funders like to know what
other sources of funding are available to support a program or project. It can in-kind contributions,
leveraged resources, it may be another grant submitted for program support, or a fundraiser. Many
grants do not want to see that they are a sole-source funder, because the primary concern from a
funder is looking at project sustainability over time – for example, what will happen if we fund
this project with a one-time grant for one year for $10,000 and then there are no other funding
sources, will the services continue?
4. 4
Angela Toney-McConnell
Grant Department grants@theforgottenonesinc.org
Future Funding
There may be a separate section in the grant application, or not. Once again this addresses project
sustainability over time, and if the agency plans to seek additional funding sources to continue to
support program services, general operating costs, or other requests. Funders prefer to see a long-
term funding plan submitted as part of the budget with budget narrative and justification.
Evaluation
The evaluation plan needs to explain how the agency will achieve the goals and objectives for the
proposed project to be funded under the grant proposal. These need to be evaluated so the agency
can report if we are making a difference or positive impact with program services or help us
identify areas to improve. We are using process evaluation at this time. Basic goals and objectives
are in the 2014 audit report.
Budget
Funders want to know how much the agency is requesting for grant funds, how the funds will
allocated in the budget, and the justification for each allocation. Funders will review the budget
and may or may not approve it, and may adjust it accordingly. Funders are also at the discretion
of not approving your grant for the amount you requested, it may be decreased (in very rare cases
in may be increased). Preparing an accurate budget for your grant is key to a good proposal. DO
NOT PREPARE THE BUDGET FIRST. Write your proposal first, then prepare your budget.
Grant applications will have varying requirements for budget forms and budget narratives. The
standards budget with budget narrative that shows cost justification of how the funds will be used.
Grant Budget
Item Cost Sub-Total
TOTAL: $
Grant Training Resources
A complete glossary of terms related to Grants and Funding can be found at the Foundation Center
http://foundationcenter.org/getstarted/tutorials/gfr/glossary.html
Proposal Writing Short Course from the Foundation Center
http://foundationcenter.org/getstarted/tutorials/shortcourse/index.html
Funding Information Resources from the Foundation Center
http://foundationcenter.org/getstarted/tutorials/gfr/info.html
Classroom – Grant Space provides free webinars on funding and grants through the Foundation Center
http://www.grantspace.org/classroom