Secrets of Writing a Successful Grant: A Step-by-Step Guide for Nonprofits — Linda Handley

It’s no secret that writing a successful grant proposal takes time and effort. Here are the steps to writing a successful grant proposal:

Step 1: Be Prepared:

Before you start writing the grant proposal, ensure you have all of the necessary information and documents. This includes a detailed budget, a timeline for the project, and any supporting documents that may be required.

In addition, it is important to research the criteria for the specific grant and make sure you meet all of the requirements before submitting your application.

Doing everything in advance to prepare for the grant application should help save precious time when writing the proposal. So, take the time to get organized before you begin.

Step 2: Don’t Be Generic:

Next, it is important to tailor the grant proposal to the specific organization and grant you are applying for. Don’t be tempted to send out a generic proposal for multiple grants.

The grant committee wants to know why their organization is the best fit for the project, so make sure you answer this question in your proposal.