SUMMARY
As anyone who has ever painted a room knows, at least 80 percent of the job is in the preparation. The same can be said for grantseeking, as well as for all fundraising activities. Success is achieved through adequate preparation. Here are the key points on grantseeking preparation that have been covered in this chapter:
• Spend time out of your office and in the field in order to witness firsthand the programs and services offered by your nonprofit agency and to meet the clients being served.
• Determine whether new ideas for programs and projects are fundable.
• Understand what specifically you’re raising money for.
• Assume the roles of reporter and researcher when gathering information to be included in a proposal.
• Consider ...
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