Preliminary Grant Writing
This course equips participants with the practical skills and strategies needed to write compelling, fundable grant proposals. From identifying suitable funding sources to crafting persuasive narratives, the course walks learners through every stage of the grant writing process.
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About this course
This course equips participants with the practical skills and strategies needed to write compelling, fundable grant proposals. From identifying suitable funding sources to crafting persuasive narratives, the course walks learners through every stage of the grant writing process.
What you'll learn
- Identify, assess, and pursue appropriate grant opportunities
- Structure and write a complete, persuasive grant proposal
- Develop budgets, timelines, and evaluation plans for proposals
- Understand submission protocols and post-award responsibilities
- Respond effectively to reviewer feedback and improve resubmission success
Course Contents
Module 1: Mapping the Funding Landscape
- Explore different types of funders (government, corporate, foundations)
- Understand funding cycles and application timelines
- Analyse current trends in grant funding
Module 2: Funder Fit & Opportunity Scanning
- Research and shortlist suitable funding opportunities
- Align your project objectives with funder goals
- Evaluate eligibility criteria and application scope
Module 3: Evidence & Impact Planning
- Use data and research to justify community or project need
- Develop a logic model to outline inputs, activities, and outcomes
- Incorporate stakeholder insights and real-world impact evidence
Module 4: Crafting the Compelling Summary
- Write a clear, persuasive executive summary or abstract
- Communicate key points in plain, funder-friendly language
- Highlight innovation and urgency concisely
Module 5: Building a Strong Narrative
- Structure background, problem statement, and proposed solution
- Apply storytelling techniques for emotional and logical appeal
- Maintain flow and consistency across all sections
Module 6: Methodology & Work-Plan Design
- Set SMART objectives tied to measurable outputs
- Design a phased timeline with deliverables and milestones
- Integrate risk mitigation and sustainability planning
Module 7: Budgeting & Justification
- Prepare a detailed, transparent line-item budget
- Justify costs in relation to project goals
- Understand indirect costs, in-kind contributions, and match funding
Module 8: Team & Partnership Presentation
- Present credentials and expertise of team members
- Define roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines
- Highlight collaborative partnerships and governance structures
Module 9: Review-Ready Writing
- Use plain language and maintain readability
- Stay within word/character limits while retaining meaning
- Avoid jargon, repetition, and common writing pitfalls
Module 10: Submission, Compliance & Post-Award
- Understand online portals, formatting rules, and attachments
- Meet compliance standards (ethics, financial, documentation)
- Plan for follow-ups, reporting, and funder relationship management
Module 11: Grant Resubmission & Reviewer Feedback
- Analyse reviewer comments to identify strengths and gaps
- Revise proposals strategically while maintaining core ideas
- Communicate improvements clearly in resubmissions or rebuttals
Module 12: AI for Grant Writing
- Summarize lengthy grant guidelines or eligibility criteria
- Rewrite for clarity, tone, and brevity
- Help draft a response or resubmission letter
Who Should Attend
- Non-profit professionals and NGO staff
- Educational and research administrators
- Government officers, healthcare providers, and social workers
- Freelance or in-house grant writers and development officers
- Entrepreneurs and start-up teams seeking project funding
Prerequisites
None
Course Materials
Detailed manual, Presentation slides, Reference materials
Technical Requirements
- Internet access for downloading course materials
- Supported Devices: Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone, eReader (excluding Kindle)
- Adobe DRM-compatible software (e.g., Digital Editions, Bluefire Reader)
Live Course Price
USD 499
Duration
1 Day
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