Winning Grants: Step by Step, Third Edition

Step 1

Developing the Proposal Idea

I often have people call or e-mail me asking if they can tell me about their work and apply for a grant. If I know the work is not a fit at all, I’m honest. It’s important to hear when a funder is telling you this. Even if you think you are a perfect fit, you may not be.Trying to coax a funder into thinking you are can oftentimes backfire.

—DESIREE FLORESProgram Officer, HealthMs. Foundation for Women (a national operatingfoundation in New York City)

 

 

NOW THAT YOU have had an introduction to the process of preparing a proposal, let’s take that first step! This section of the workbook will walk you through developing your proposal idea by answering some key questions. Before you can begin writing a proposal, ...