1. Writing the Proposal Summary Barbara A. Howell, M.A. PAD 5850

2. Summary Purpose More than five pages - include a summary Include if requested by funder Present a clear one page (or limited) abstract Include at the beginning Write it last

3. Summary Content Identify the applicant Include qualifications to carry out project Clearly state the purpose (need)of the grant Describe anticipated results Request specific funding amount Mention total project cost

4. Worksheet 9.1 Complete in class Discuss in teams of three

5. Break Time

6. Putting the Package Together

7. Cover Letter One page on agency letterhead –Introduce your agency –Indicate support of the board –Tell the funder the amount of the request and the purpose –Include proposal highlights –Thank funder and provide follow-up information

8. Appendices The organization’s IRS determination letter –501(c)3 List of board members and their affiliations Agency’s budget for current fiscal year Agency brochure Newsletter Annual report Agency’s long range plan Other funding sources Letters of support

9. Proposal Packaging Clean-looking Neatly packaged Well-organized Page numbered Table of contents Appropriate number of copies Staples, clips, folders, tabs, notebooks, etc.

10. Next Week Letter of Intent Pages 81 and 82 Guest Speaker Ms. Carol Morrow Proposals due in two weeks