Show Me the Money!
Posted: November 26, 2008
The “How to Be Successful in Obtaining Grants Program: Show Me the Money!” aims to help participants understand what they must do to be most competitive in obtaining grants, as well as the best ways to go about finding one that’s right for them.
The two types of grant writing that are discussed are responding to requests for proposals in response to specific project needs and formats and requirements and the philanthropic world of grant-giving organizations.
One of the tips given in grant writing is doing your homework. About 75 percent of the work is done before you write the grant proposal. You need to know who you are writing to, what their priorities are, what they are looking for and what makes them tick.
One of the most important tips in grant writing is that relationships mean everything. Before writing the grant, you will want to build relationships with the people involved.
The rules of the road for actually writing grant proposals are also taught in the program. Proof reading is a key factor. Also, positioning the organization effectively in your writing is important, as is utilizing your relationships. It is also important to write from the reviewers perspective, not your own. Knowing what the reviewer will be looking for will make for a more competitive proposal.
Competitive proposals include being purposeful, organized and efficient in grant searches. Keep in mind what reviewers are looking for and the tiered review process.
Another important factor in writing grant proposals that is discussed is that organizations are looking for the most effective partner in the community who will make them look best, make their jobs easier and make their money stretch the farthest in the best way possible.
The program has a panel of people who provide these tips, and also offer success stories of their own. The program tries to gear the information provided toward the audience through pre-registration.
To learn more about grant writing by attending one of these programs, visit the Calendar of Upcoming Events.
