Fundamentals Of Grant writing
This course reviews the basic steps in drafting a grant proposal for funding, including planning, researching and writing a grant as well as best practices for following up with potential funders. The course outlines the different types of funders, what a grant seeker should consider when developing a project idea and how it could be funded, understanding how a proposal will be reviewed and the financial concerns of funders, what typical elements are included in a grant proposal, and managing the relationship with a funder, whether the proposal was successful or rejected.
Overview
Course Lesson 1: Planning to Write Your Grant Proposal
Course Lesson 2: Researching Your Grant Proposal
Course Lesson 3: Writing A Grant Proposal
Course Lesson 4: Following Up on Your Grant Proposal
Curriculum
- 4 Sections
- 9 Lessons
- 52 Weeks
- Lesson 1: Planning to Write Your Grant ProposalLearn about the different types of funders to approach for grants and the differences between operational support and program or project support.3
- Lesson 2: Researching Your Grant ProposalLearn how to research and identify the right funder for your project, why it’s important to research and follow a funder’s application guidelines, and ways to make your proposal stand out from the rest.2
- Lesson 3: Writing A Grant ProposalExamine the key elements that make up a grant proposal, including the narrative or project description, statement of need, organizational overview, budget and supporting materials.3
- Lesson 4: Following Up on Your Grant ProposalLearn the importance of keeping funders informed of your progress and how to do it, the keys to maintaining a good relationship with your funders, how to leverage successful projects for future funding, and what to do if your project is rejected.3
Instructor
Requirements
- High school sat/diploma or equivalent will be required.