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"Direct, clear, and concise, this comprehensive book is full of good suggestions for everyone from a novice to an experienced grantwriter. The author's use of simple language makes it easy to read and understand."
Michael Cormier, Superintendent
Maine School Administration, District #9
New Sharon, ME
"The detail and step-by-step discussion of the grantwriting process presented in this book provide a high level of comfort without being overwhelming. The large number of grant resources and checklists are invaluable."
Bill Ferland, Information Technology Coordinator
Rhode Island Office of Higher Education
Providence, RI
The recipe for writing powerful proposals that generate the funding you need!
From finding appropriate sources for grants, to submitting an effective proposal, this invaluable guide is the definitive roadmap for easy navigation through the entire grantwriting process. Every facet of grantwriting is thoroughly yet succinctly covered, including an in-depth review of the application package, expert writing tips, specific techniques for an efficient plan of operation, and practical advice on budget development.
Among the valuable features are:
- Detailed checklists at the end of each chapter
- Relevant sample forms and easy-to-use worksheets
- An informative glossary of terms
- Straightforward examples and figures that enhance clarity and readability
Geared for quick reference and smooth implementation, this user-friendly manual is a crucial resource for anyone seeking to supplement tight budgets, save existing services, or support new programs through grant funding.
Contents
List of Figures
List of Figures
About the Author
About the Author
Introduction
Introduction
1. Where's the Money?
- Funding That Matches Needs
- Primary Sources of Funding Information
- Secondary Sources of Funding Information
- Online Sources of Funding Information
- Private, Corporate, and Foundation Funding
- Online Grantwriting Tools
- Conclusion
- Where's the Money?: Checklist
2. A First Look at the Application Process
- Cover Letter
- Authorizing Legislation
- Eligibility
- Single Point of Contact (SPOC)
- Estimated Range of Rewards
- Project Length
- Prohibited Uses
- Selection Factors
- Background
- Selection Criteria
- Deadlines
- Rejection
- A First Look: Checklist
3. Write to Your Audience
- The Readers
- Technical Review Form
- Authorizing Statute
- Getting Started
- Readability
- Write to Your Audience: Checklist
4. Establishing Need
- Demographics
- Establishing Need
- Existing Resources
- Establishing Need: Checklist
5. Goals and Objectives
- Goals
- Objectives
- Objectives and the Authorizing Statute
- Goals and Objectives: Checklist
6. Plan of Operation
- Literature Review
- Resources and Personnel
- Management Plan
- Sound Research Methods
- Equal Access
- Dissemination and Replication
- Conclusion
- Plan of Operation: Checklist
7. Quality of Key Personnel
- Project Director
- Staff Distribution
- Job Descriptions
- Quality of Key Personnel: Checklist
8. Budget Development
- Budget Form
- Budget Narrative
- Years Two and Three
- Negotiations
- Budget Development: Checklist
9. Evaluation Plan
- Implementation Evaluation
- Outcome Evaluation
- Model Programs
- Evaluation Plan: Checklist
10. Commitment and Capacity
- Adequacy of Resources
- Sustainability
- Commitment and Capacity: Checklist
11. Cover Sheets, Abstracts, and Other Miscellany
- Cover Sheet
- Protection of Human Subjects in Research
- Table of Contents
- Abstract
- Attachments
- Submitting Your Application
- After Submission
- Cover Sheets, Abstracts, and Other Miscellany: Checklist
Resource A: Meeting the Purposes of the Authorizing Statute
Resource A: Meeting the Purposes of the Authorizing Statute
Resource B: Community and School Demographics
Resource B: Community and School Demographics
Resource C: Student Enrollment Data Collection Form
Resource C: Student Enrollment Data Collection Form
Resource D: Summary Teacher Education/Expertise
Resource D: Summary Teacher Education/Expertise
Resource E: Process Objectives
Resource E: Process Objectives
Resource F: Outcome Objectives
Resource F: Outcome Objectives
Resource G: Project Workplan
Resource G: Project Workplan
Resource H: Project Timeline
Resource H: Project Timeline
Resource I: Proposed Staff Distribution
Resource I: Proposed Staff Distribution
Resource J: Writing An Abstract
Resource J: Writing An Abstract
Resource K: Glossary
Resource K: Glossary
Resource L: Grantwriting FAQs
Resource L: Grantwriting FAQs
Resource M: Forms
Resource M: Forms
References
References
Other Grantwriting Resources
Other Grantwriting Resources
Index
Index
Description
"Direct, clear, and concise, this comprehensive book is full of good suggestions for everyone from a novice to an experienced grantwriter. The author's use of simple language makes it easy to read and understand."
Michael Cormier, Superintendent
Maine School Administration, District #9
New Sharon, ME
"The detail and step-by-step discussion of the grantwriting process presented in this book provide a high level of comfort without being overwhelming. The large number of grant resources and checklists are invaluable."
Bill Ferland, Information Technology Coordinator
Rhode Island Office of Higher Education
Providence, RI
The recipe for writing powerful proposals that generate the funding you need!
From finding appropriate sources for grants, to submitting an effective proposal, this invaluable guide is the definitive roadmap for easy navigation through the entire grantwriting process. Every facet of grantwriting is thoroughly yet succinctly covered, including an in-depth review of the application package, expert writing tips, specific techniques for an efficient plan of operation, and practical advice on budget development.
Among the valuable features are:
- Detailed checklists at the end of each chapter
- Relevant sample forms and easy-to-use worksheets
- An informative glossary of terms
- Straightforward examples and figures that enhance clarity and readability
Geared for quick reference and smooth implementation, this user-friendly manual is a crucial resource for anyone seeking to supplement tight budgets, save existing services, or support new programs through grant funding.
Contents
List of Figures
List of Figures
About the Author
About the Author
Introduction
Introduction
1. Where's the Money?
- Funding That Matches Needs
- Primary Sources of Funding Information
- Secondary Sources of Funding Information
- Online Sources of Funding Information
- Private, Corporate, and Foundation Funding
- Online Grantwriting Tools
- Conclusion
- Where's the Money?: Checklist
2. A First Look at the Application Process
- Cover Letter
- Authorizing Legislation
- Eligibility
- Single Point of Contact (SPOC)
- Estimated Range of Rewards
- Project Length
- Prohibited Uses
- Selection Factors
- Background
- Selection Criteria
- Deadlines
- Rejection
- A First Look: Checklist
3. Write to Your Audience
- The Readers
- Technical Review Form
- Authorizing Statute
- Getting Started
- Readability
- Write to Your Audience: Checklist
4. Establishing Need
- Demographics
- Establishing Need
- Existing Resources
- Establishing Need: Checklist
5. Goals and Objectives
- Goals
- Objectives
- Objectives and the Authorizing Statute
- Goals and Objectives: Checklist
6. Plan of Operation
- Literature Review
- Resources and Personnel
- Management Plan
- Sound Research Methods
- Equal Access
- Dissemination and Replication
- Conclusion
- Plan of Operation: Checklist
7. Quality of Key Personnel
- Project Director
- Staff Distribution
- Job Descriptions
- Quality of Key Personnel: Checklist
8. Budget Development
- Budget Form
- Budget Narrative
- Years Two and Three
- Negotiations
- Budget Development: Checklist
9. Evaluation Plan
- Implementation Evaluation
- Outcome Evaluation
- Model Programs
- Evaluation Plan: Checklist
10. Commitment and Capacity
- Adequacy of Resources
- Sustainability
- Commitment and Capacity: Checklist
11. Cover Sheets, Abstracts, and Other Miscellany
- Cover Sheet
- Protection of Human Subjects in Research
- Table of Contents
- Abstract
- Attachments
- Submitting Your Application
- After Submission
- Cover Sheets, Abstracts, and Other Miscellany: Checklist
Resource A: Meeting the Purposes of the Authorizing Statute
Resource A: Meeting the Purposes of the Authorizing Statute
Resource B: Community and School Demographics
Resource B: Community and School Demographics
Resource C: Student Enrollment Data Collection Form
Resource C: Student Enrollment Data Collection Form
Resource D: Summary Teacher Education/Expertise
Resource D: Summary Teacher Education/Expertise
Resource E: Process Objectives
Resource E: Process Objectives
Resource F: Outcome Objectives
Resource F: Outcome Objectives
Resource G: Project Workplan
Resource G: Project Workplan
Resource H: Project Timeline
Resource H: Project Timeline
Resource I: Proposed Staff Distribution
Resource I: Proposed Staff Distribution
Resource J: Writing An Abstract
Resource J: Writing An Abstract
Resource K: Glossary
Resource K: Glossary
Resource L: Grantwriting FAQs
Resource L: Grantwriting FAQs
Resource M: Forms
Resource M: Forms
References
References
Other Grantwriting Resources
Other Grantwriting Resources
Index
Index
Reviews
April 2002 | 152 pages | Corwin
| Format | Published Date | ISBN | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paperback | 28/04/2023 | 9780761945369 | $39.95 |
"Direct, clear, and concise, this comprehensive book is full of good suggestions for everyone from a novice to an experienced grantwriter. The author's use of simple language makes it easy to read and understand."
Michael Cormier, Superintendent
Maine School Administration, District #9
New Sharon, ME
"The detail and step-by-step discussion of the grantwriting process presented in this book provide a high level of comfort without being overwhelming. The large number of grant resources and checklists are invaluable."
Bill Ferland, Information Technology Coordinator
Rhode Island Office of Higher Education
Providence, RI
The recipe for writing powerful proposals that generate the funding you need!
From finding appropriate sources for grants, to submitting an effective proposal, this invaluable guide is the definitive roadmap for easy navigation through the entire grantwriting process. Every facet of grantwriting is thoroughly yet succinctly covered, including an in-depth review of the application package, expert writing tips, specific techniques for an efficient plan of operation, and practical advice on budget development.
Among the valuable features are:
- Detailed checklists at the end of each chapter
- Relevant sample forms and easy-to-use worksheets
- An informative glossary of terms
- Straightforward examples and figures that enhance clarity and readability
Geared for quick reference and smooth implementation, this user-friendly manual is a crucial resource for anyone seeking to supplement tight budgets, save existing services, or support new programs through grant funding.
Table Of Contents:
- List of Figures
- About the Author
- Introduction
- 1. Where's the Money?
- Funding That Matches Needs
- Primary Sources of Funding Information
- Secondary Sources of Funding Information
- Online Sources of Funding Information
- Private, Corporate, and Foundation Funding
- Online Grantwriting Tools
- Conclusion
- Where's the Money?: Checklist
- 2. A First Look at the Application Process
- Cover Letter
- Authorizing Legislation
- Eligibility
- Single Point of Contact (SPOC)
- Estimated Range of Rewards
- Project Length
- Prohibited Uses
- Selection Factors
- Background
- Selection Criteria
- Deadlines
- Rejection
- A First Look: Checklist
- 3. Write to Your Audience
- The Readers
- Technical Review Form
- Authorizing Statute
- Getting Started
- Readability
- Write to Your Audience: Checklist
- 4. Establishing Need
- Demographics
- Establishing Need
- Existing Resources
- Establishing Need: Checklist
- 5. Goals and Objectives
- Goals
- Objectives
- Objectives and the Authorizing Statute
- Goals and Objectives: Checklist
- 6. Plan of Operation
- Literature Review
- Resources and Personnel
- Management Plan
- Sound Research Methods
- Equal Access
- Dissemination and Replication
- Conclusion
- Plan of Operation: Checklist
- 7. Quality of Key Personnel
- Project Director
- Staff Distribution
- Job Descriptions
- Quality of Key Personnel: Checklist
- 8. Budget Development
- Budget Form
- Budget Narrative
- Years Two and Three
- Negotiations
- Budget Development: Checklist
- 9. Evaluation Plan
- Implementation Evaluation
- Outcome Evaluation
- Model Programs
- Evaluation Plan: Checklist
- 10. Commitment and Capacity
- Adequacy of Resources
- Sustainability
- Commitment and Capacity: Checklist
- 11. Cover Sheets, Abstracts, and Other Miscellany
- Cover Sheet
- Protection of Human Subjects in Research
- Table of Contents
- Abstract
- Attachments
- Submitting Your Application
- After Submission
- Cover Sheets, Abstracts, and Other Miscellany: Checklist
- Resource A: Meeting the Purposes of the Authorizing Statute
- Resource B: Community and School Demographics
- Resource C: Student Enrollment Data Collection Form
- Resource D: Summary Teacher Education/Expertise
- Resource E: Process Objectives
- Resource F: Outcome Objectives
- Resource G: Project Workplan
- Resource H: Project Timeline
- Resource I: Proposed Staff Distribution
- Resource J: Writing An Abstract
- Resource K: Glossary
- Resource L: Grantwriting FAQs
- Resource M: Forms
- References
- Other Grantwriting Resources
- Index