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5.6 Writing Successful Proposals
 Writing successful proposals requires the following:
- A
thorough understanding of the activities being proposed, including
scientific evidence showing why the proposed activities will be beneficial.
- The ability to present ideas in a clear,
concise, and well-organized manner.
- The necessary knowledge to demonstrate
how all aspects of the project will be managed.
- The ability to explain how the project
will be evaluated, describe the effectiveness of activities, and
discuss outcomes.
Many excellent grantsmanship resources are available. For example,
the Foundation
Center provides
1-hour free training courses, online courses through its virtual
classroom, a book on proposal writing, and classes in selected U.S.
cities. Three
online courses available from the center are “An Orientation
to Grantseeking,” “Guide to Funding Research,” and “Proposal
Writing Short Course.” The center also offers topical reading
lists, an online bookshelf, and a glossary.
Government agencies, philanthropic organizations, and nonprofit organizations
provide seminars, courses, and manuals on grantwriting. Local foundations
may also sponsor courses or provide technical assistance with grantwriting.
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