Grants for Nonprofit Clinics
There are many funding opportunities for non-profit clinics. Grants are available from foundations that are in your neighborhood or across the country.
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Applying for a Grant
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The first step in applying for a grant is identifying ones that you qualify for. The best way to do this is by searching on the Internet.
Searching
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Begin your search by looking for community foundations that are near you. You can use any search engine, such as Google, to locate these foundations.
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Letter of Inquiry
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When you want to apply for funding for your non-profit clinic, usually you will start off by sending a letter of inquiry. The letter of inquiry introduces your clinic, and tells about the services you provide and the population you serve. It also tells about what you have accomplished so far. Be sure to mention how many you serve and how many more you can serve with the grant funding.
Full Proposal
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When the foundation likes what your clinic does, they will ask you for a full proposal. The full proposal is the entire story of the organization. Begin with the history of your clinic. Tell them why it was started and about the need for it. Also, talk about your goals and objectives. There should also be a section that talks about the program, including number served, who provides the care, and a full budget detailing all the associated costs of the clinic.
In Conclusion
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Some foundations ask for a full proposal as the first contact. Others have an online application. There are still other foundations that have an application form for you to complete. If you are unsure, you can always put a request in your letter of inquiry for grant guidelines.
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