Final Proposal Narrative
Narrative format
The Final Proposal narrative format should:
- Be no more than eight pages in length.
- Include page numbers.
- Use 12-point font.
- Have margins of at least one-inch.
- Avoid the use of acronyms.
Narrative content
The Final Proposal narrative should answer the following questions (use these as an outline):
1. What is the purpose of the grant request?
- What needs will you meet?
- How did you determine those needs?
- Who will be served through the project?
- What will be different after the grant is completed?
- List three measurable results. (Note: Post grant, you will be required to report on these.)
2. Why is your organization the appropriate group to meet such needs?
- What is your organization's history?
- How does your organization differ from other agencies that meet the same need or provide similar services?
- Describe any collaborative relationships relevant to the proposed project or program.
- How does the proposed project align with your organization's strategic plan?
3. Who will manage the project?
- What are the qualifications for key staff who will manage the project?
- Describe board governance and participation.
- How do you promote inclusiveness and diversity within your board and staff?
- How will you engage program participants in planning and evaluating your activities?
- If applicable, describe the role of volunteers in this project.
4. How will the project be executed?
- Describe the implementation plan.
- What is the timeline; who will do what, and when?
- How will the grant be spent; what goods or services will it underwrite?
5. What other funders are involved with the proposed project or program; what is committed or proposed?
- Describe your funding plan.
- If you receive partial funding or are declined funding, what alternative plan will you follow?
- What are your plans for long-term sustainability and/or maintenance of the proposed project?
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