The latest update of a classic on the subject, this 2003 edition provides an excellent overview of all aspects of grantwriting, beginning with the most important steps of assessing the grant-applying organization's readiness and capacity for taking on the project and securing the necessary funding. Each of the 13 chapters are well-written and organized by sub-headings that assist the grantwriter to quickly locate and digest guidance at the applicable step in the long process of developing and writing a fundable grant application. Most of the chapters include a checklist that serves as a summary of the chapter as well as a handy reference tool for assuring all issues have been addressed
What I especially appreciated about this book was its continual reminder that the process of developing a project and writing a grant proposal is in itself a valuable learning experience. If it weren't so difficult to write a winning proposal, if funders didn't require such a high showing of competence and commitment, money would surely be easier to come by, but there is no guarantee that we would be spending it wisely. The process of grant development and writing, from budgets to case statements for our organizations, drives us in the non-profit world to ensure that our projects are the best and highest use of grantor funds to serve the needs of our communities. I highly recommend Getting Funded as the best resource available to help achieve this goal.
Cynthia Haruyama, Executive Director of Hoyt Arboretum Friends, Portland, Oregon
In the existing climate of increased competition for reduced funding dollars, writing a winning grant proposal is essential.
Get the answers to your most troublesome questions. Drawing on over 60 years of experience in the field, authors Dr. Mary Hall, and Susan Howlett take you step by step, through this complex and sometimes frustrating process. Everything is covered, from current trends in funding to all the nuts and bolts necessary for writing a successful proposal.
By illustrating points with clear examples, incorporating checklists, a teaching guide for instructors, and other useful tools to keep you on track, the 4th Edition of Getting Funded continues to be the definitive reference on writing grant proposals available today.
You will learn how to:
Test the appeal of your idea Measure your organization's capability to carry out what it proposes Research and develop your idea Select the most promising funding sources Construct your proposal from abstract to budget, using proven management planning procedures. Present and negotiate your proposal Prepare for a subsequent round of funding
Who Should Use Getting Funded?
Everyone responsible for raising funds: Researchers Scientists Social service program personnel Educators Health Professionals Nonprofit organization development personnel Graduate students involved in dissertation planning Everyone who oversees organizations involved in fundraising: Elected and appointed officials Nonprofit organization board members and executives University administrators Research and project directors
Everyone who plans and seeks support for new programs or ventures:
Public sector administrators proposing new programs Private sector managers proposing new ideas or initiatives
What's new in this edition?
Web resources and numerous helpful checklists A brand new section for instructors teaching proposal writing including a sample syllabus for 11-week and 3-week courses and suggested assignments for each chapter More guidance and examples for small organizations in addition to larger, more sophisticated applicants