Series: Grant Writing for Dummies
Paperback: 336 pages
Publisher: For Dummies; 5 edition (March 31, 2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1118834666
ISBN-13: 978-1118834664
Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.6 x 9.3 inches
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I had the third edition of this book, from 2009, and thought that it would be helpful to upgrade to the 5th edition. I'm an experienced grant-writer, having secured federal and state grants for economic development, research and the arts.This book is a comprehensive overview of the grant-writing process. Dr. Browning takes the you through the complex process of applying for federal grants, and includes topics such as registering for the government databases (SAM), and the question of how to budget for administrative and facilities costs. Since federal grants are probably the most complicated of all funding requests, it is really helpful to map out that process. Corporate and foundation grant applications will tend to be less involved.If anything, the book emphasizes that you really have to have your act together *before* applying for a grant. Figure out your partners, your real costs of delivery, the demographics of those who will benefit from a grant, and be able to articulate the background and mission of your organization and the purpose for which you are seek funding.The book has substantial advice on program planning, data gathering and how to evaluate your funded program.Edition 5, from 2014 identifies an upcoming trend. Many foundations and corporate funders now request a "letter of inquiry" or concept letter as the initial contact. They will review such letters and and if interested will invite the applicant to submit a full proposal. And, almost all submissions are done online these days.The book suggests that a good grant writer is able to be successful at least 75% of the time (i.e. 3 out of 4 applications will be funded).
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