Reviewing successful proposals is a great way to learn how to write a proposal that has a good chance of getting funded. Checklists and step-by-step guidelines are also helpful. Below is a list of sites that will provide detailed information for beginning and experienced proposal or grant writers. Guide for Writing a Funding Proposal
Written by S. Joseph Levine, this is a well-organized guide for beginners that includes detailed information on the basic elements of a successful proposal. According to the author, "a major theme that runs throughout the guide is a concern for the development of meaningful, cooperative relationships--with funding agencies, with community organizations, and with the people you are serving." The guide will help you understand how to write a project overview and how to evaluate a project and a budget. Non-Profit Guides
These are designed to assist established non-profit organizations and entities
through the private and public grant writing process. This site contains a sample
proposal, proposal cover letter, letter of inquiry and budget, and other related items. SchoolGrants
Offers examples of proposals related to Pre K-12 grant opportunities. The SchoolGrants goal to empower those who teach children with the knowledge and resources necessary to write successful grant proposals. The Gill Foundation
(Opening this document requires Adobe Reader.) For a good critique of a successful grant , look at a grant proposal submitted by Nashville CARES to the Gill Foundation. Using a step-by-step process the Gill Foundation explains what they liked about the grant proposal and what needed improvement.
SERA
Proposal Templates
This proposal writing guide focuses on finding funding for programs that serve
youth and young adults. Since 1992, SERA Learning has been a recognized leader
in creating innovative programs that serve educational, juvenile justice, and
community-based organizations. More examples of proposals are available on the Web
To find more examples of successful proposals you can also try any Internet search engine and enter the keywords "sample nonprofit grant proposal." Need more information on writing a proposal?
See ARC's Preparing a Grant Proposal or try the Foundation Center's Proposal Writing Short Course or Proposal Budgeting Basics.
Funding
Funding Sources by Project Type
Federal Funding
A Guide to Foundation Funding
Preparing a Grant Proposal
Other Sources of Funding Information
Articles on Grant Writing and Fundraising
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