How to Write a Federal Grant
A successful proposal for a Federal grant must be well planned, expertly prepared and properly packaged. Take the time to become familiar with all the necessary criteria and how it relates to the program from which the funding is sought. Research the basic requirements, forms and procedures for the specific federal agency before you write and submit a federal grant.
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Instructions
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Begin with a proposal summary. Write two or three concise paragraphs that encompass all the key points of the grant and clearly communicate the objective of the proposal. Consider that the proposal may be the only page reviewed by the screening committee.
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Describe the organization that is proposing the grant as a credible applicant in the introduction. Include information about the organization's mission, goals, accomplishments, board and key staff personnel.
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State the problem and the reason for developing the grant proposal. Detail the nature and scope of the problem with supporting evidence. Include information about the social and economic costs, the manner in which the problem is to be solved and the beneficiaries of the grant.
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Include program objectives. Specify activities that are related to the intended goals and how these activities support the success of the realistic objectives. Quantify intended results with verifiable figures.
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Create a plan of action that includes the program methods and design. Includes things like a flow chart showing the relationship of various parts of the plan, needed personnel, facilities, and required support services.
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Develop a two-fold evaluation that looks at the product and the process. Propose an evaluation by the a staff member as well as an outside entity. State the time needed for an evaluation and how feedback it to be collected.
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Review several years of federal funding and project future funding levels in order to plan the budget. Include information on immediate budgetary needs for the project as well as long-term funding.
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Tips & Warnings
Include a cover letter with the grant proposal. Make sure the proposal has ample time to reach its destination before the deadline. Make alternate delivery arrangements as necessary.
