• This guide offers an introduction to grant proposal writing. 
  • Its focus is on cultivating foundations, but the skills are transferrable to proposals to government agencies.

Grant-writing tools for non-profit organizations

OVERVIEW OF PROPOSAL PACKAGE

  • Cover letter
  • Cover page & table of contents
  • Executive summary: 1 page
  • Statement of need: 2 pages
  • Project description: 3 pages
  • Budget: 1 page
  • Organization information: 1 page
  • Conclusion: 1-2 paragraphs
  • Appendix