Final Proposals
If you have received a grant from the Fund in the past five years (2008-2012), you are not required to submit a Preliminary Proposal; however, you should contact our staff for guidance before you invest in the development of a Final Proposal. We recommend a brief summary of intent sent by e-mail well in advance of the proposal deadline.
A successful Final Proposal is likely to have the following characteristics:
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The proposal aligns closely with one or more of the Fund's stated priorities and with the organization's strategic plan.
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It presents a compelling case by thoughtfully and succinctly answering each of the
narrative questions.
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The timing and frequency of the request, the type of grant and the amount requested are appropriate.
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The organization has demonstrated good stewardship of previous grants by providing timely final reports (financial and narrative), and through candid communications with Fund staff.
A complete Final Proposal consists of the application, narrative and other required attachments, listed below, which must be submitted online by February 1st.
- An organizational budget for the fiscal year(s) relevant to the grant period.
- A detailed project or program budget; include proposed use of the Fund's grant. (Note: Post grant, you will be required to report actual versus budget figures including use of the Fund’s grant.)
- Board roster with professional affiliations.
- Final or status report, unless one has been submitted within six months of the proposal deadline (i.e. since Aug. 1, 2012) for any prior Clowes Fund grant. (Access Self-Evaluation Form.)
- If applicable, fiscal sponsor grant application form, operating budget and signed letter of agreement or Memorandum of Understanding. (Refer to fiscal sponsor policy.)
Read more about the Final Proposal narrative.
