Library: Nonprofit Management: Grant Writing

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Writing Resources

Proposal Writing Short Course
FoundationCenter.org How-to on preparing the components of a funding proposal.
Grant Proposal Writing Tips
From the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.
Non-Profit Guides
Includes guidelines, preliminary proposals, full and sample proposals, and links for non-profit organizations, charitable, educational, public organizations, and other community-minded groups.

Getting Started

Perseverance pays off - Don't be intimidated.

Get help - If the organization offers tips or assistance on applying for grants, take advantage of it.

Or talk to someone you know who has applied for grants and get their advice.

Make sure you understand the guidelines for the type of funding for which you are applying.

Remember the deadline - Get your application in early if possible.

Online Resources

Foundation Center
Includes tutorials under the 'Get Started' tab (Individual grantseekers).
Grants.gov
Find information on more than 1,000 programs and more than $500 billion in annual awards.
National Grant Makers
Links to National Grant Makers from the University of Michigan.
USA.gov
Search for grants, loans, and other aassistance.
US EPA Grants and Fellowship Information
The Environmental Protection Agency site includes resources on writing and applying for grants.