Seeking grant funds for a program with a large budget is a challenge: small grants of a few thousand dollars are much more common and easier to get. Here are five things you can do to effectively divide your program and secure grant funding for each smaller part of the large program.
What happens if you get a grant and then your program unexpectedly ends, changes or another financial obligation seems more pressing than what you proposed?
When thinking about applying for a grant the first question to ask yourself is, “Are we eligible?” If yes, the second question should be, “Is there a matching funds requirement?” If so, “Is it cash or in-kind, and can we come up with it?” If not, do not proceed.
Do as much of the preparation work as possible yourself, allowing you to spend your consulting dollars where they are really needed — the actual grant writing. The better prepared you are, the more likely you will be to attract the best grant writers.
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