Identifying a Qualified Grant Writer
Federal and State Government Agencies that Fund Prevention | Related Federal Initiatives | Announcement of New National Coordinator Program | Foundations as a Funding Source for Prevention | Ten Tips for Writing Successful Proposals | Identifying a Qualified Grant Writer | Tips for Developing Relationships with Potential Funders |
From Tips for Finding and Working with Freelance Grantwriters. Available online at www.gse.harvard.edu/~hgseosr/toolbox.html#freelancers.
Your planning team may decide that it lacks the time and/or the expertise to write a successful grant proposal. If this is the case AND your team possesses sufficient resources, you may elect to hire an external grant writer. Here are some tips for identifying a qualified person for this job.
Questions to Ask
How much experience does the candidate have in the field of prevention?
Does the candidate have a history of success writing similar grants?
Is the candidate a full-time grant writer?
How many current clients/work commitments does the candidate have?
Does the candidate have the equipment needed to work effectively with you (e.g., e-mail, fax, computer compatibility, software)?
Evaluating the Candidate
Review writing samples.
Check references.
Consider success rate.
Contract and Fee Guidelines
Appropriate fees:
$30-$75 hourly
$3,000-$5,000 flat rate for a major (e.g., federal) proposal
Inappropriate fees:
Payment contingent on success
Percentage of funds raised
Additional References
Getting and Working with Consultants. Available online at www.mapnp.org/library/staffing/outsrcng/consult/consult.htm.
Tips on Hiring a Grant Writer (May 1999). Available online at www.volunteersinhealthcare.org/ResTips/grntwrit.htm.
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