Winning grants step by step : the complete workbook for planning, developing, and writing successful proposals / Tori O'Neal-McElrath, Lynn Kanter, Lynn English.
First-third editions published: Winning grants step by step / Mim Carlson. Includes index.
Contents:
List of figures, samples, and worksheets -- Introduction: An overview of the grantseeking process -- Developing the proposal idea -- Developing relationships with funders -- Writing a compelling problem statement -- Defining clear goals and objectives -- Developing the strategies -- Preparing the evaluation component -- Developing a statement of sustainability -- Developing the proposal budget -- Writing the organizational background component -- Writing the proposal summary -- Submitting the application -- Sustaining relationships with funders -- Resources: Sample proposal ; How to research funders ; Resources for grantseekers.
Summary:
"The revised and updated Fifth Edition of Winning Grants Step by Step continues to offer an accessible, step-by-step approach to the grant writing process. The authors--noted experts in the field--reveal how to create a well-written, well-organized, and concise proposal that has the potential to secure a solid income for nonprofit organizations and programs. Designed as a practical guide, the book gives grantseekers the ability to take an idea from inception to a completed proposal. Winning Grants Step by Step contains real-life examples, material samples, and worksheets. The authors also provide guidelines, suggestions, questions, and exercises that are helpful when addressing various types of funding sources. New to this edition is an expanded discussion of the importance of relationship building, social media, and online resources to successful nonprofit fundraising. The Fifth Edition also includes information on public funding, as well as guidance on budget development for both foundation and public funding grants." --Back cover.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.