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Department of Human Services
Division of
COMMUNITY SERVICE & NONPROFIT SUPPORT
DCSNS
Grant Training
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve come across a few Common Questions
“How do I find grant money?”
“How hard is it to get my first grant?”
“Is it easier to get public or private grants?”
“What do grantmakers look for in a proposal?”
The Fundamental Question
“Is it all really worth it?”
Identification
Identification
Identification
Internal Analysis• What is your Mission?• What is your capacity?• Identify what we need
funded• Are you chasing dollars vs.
Are you seeking funding?• How does this grant fit
within your current framework?
External Analysis• Ask stakeholders
– Staff– Board– Populations you serve
• Identify gaps or duplications in services– Read the local newspaper– Check with
peers/professional groups
Iden
tify
Pote
ntial
Fun
ders
Funding OpportunitiesFunding Opportunities
So where do we start?Before writing a proposal, you need to know where to look for grant opportunities.
Foundationcenter.org
Grants.gov
GrantSpace.org
Grantprofessionals.org
USAspending.gov
ARCF.org
Research
Research
Rese
arch
So where do we start?Focus on research. This also means getting data, statistical evidence, to support your proposal.
Census.gov
ARadvocates.org
Zipskinny.com
Halfinten.orgData (evidence-based need)Funding opportunitiesResearching foundationReviewing grant guidelines
Planning &
Cultivation
Planning&
Cultivation
Planning & Cultivation
Writing
Writing
Grant Proposal
Common Proposal Weaknesses
• Project isn’t “innovative” or “transformative” enough; questionable importance
• Project isn’t logical; planning is lacking• Lack of preliminary data; need isn’t
documented• Staff unqualified; lacks expertise or experience• Overly ambitious; project timeline unrealistic• Didn’t follow guidelines
What Works
• Opposite of the last slide• Proof before submitting• Clear and easy to read
Solicitation
Solicitation
Solicitation = Submitting your proposalStewardship is what happens after their decision
Solicitation
Stewardship
Stewardship
What to do with a rejection
What to do once you are funded
• Thank the funder
• Do what you said you would do
• Be flexible with budget if asked
• Meet all reporting requirements on time
• Acknowledge the funder in print (press release)
• Keep in touch with them
• Get approval for changes in program
• View the grant as the BEGINNING of an important working
relationship
Renewal
Renewal
»Think of grants in terms of process and impact
»Follow the guidelines»Proof read
IMORTANT TAKEAWAYS
The Consulting Team
Our team of consultants cover 5 Distinct Regions
DeKitra Ross-LarryCentral
DeKitra Ross-Larry| [email protected]
Jackie Stubblefield| [email protected]
Questions?
CONTACT INFORMATION
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