As a corporate writer, one of my favorite things to do is to use my sales skills (learned in real estate and lending) to figure out how to think about what the funder or client wants or needs to hear, and match it to their funding policies.

In this blog post, I want to share with you a few questions you can ask yourself to help you write a grant application that highlights what's in it for the funder, audience and readers.

How does your grant proposal align to the funder's purpose?

The first question to consider is how does the proposal align to their strategy, vision, intent, purpose, and policies?

This is important because it shows that your proposal aligns with the funder’s goals and priorities. By demonstrating that your proposal supports their mission and objectives, you increase the chances of it being approved.

How does your grant proposal benefit the community?

The second question to consider is how does the proposal benefit the community or the section of the community that they are aiming to benefit by offering the grant fund opportunity?

This is important because it shows the impact and value of your proposal. By highlighting the benefits of your proposal to the community, you can demonstrate that it is a worthwhile investment for the funder or client.

What is the need for what you are offering in your grant proposal?

The third question to consider is what is the evidence of need for the proposal that you are putting together?

This is important because it shows that your proposal addresses a real problem or need in the community. By providing data or other evidence of need, you can demonstrate that your proposal is necessary and relevant.

Why is your proposal unique?

The fourth and final question to consider is why is the idea or proposal a unique solution that they should consider?

This is important because it sets your proposal apart from others.

By explaining why your proposal is unique and innovative, you can demonstrate that it offers something new and valuable that other proposals do not.

Increase the chances of your proposal being accepted

By asking yourself these four questions, you can write a grant application that highlights what's in it for the funder or client.

By aligning your proposal with their strategy, vision, intent, and policies, highlighting the benefits to the community, providing evidence of need, and explaining why your proposal is a unique solution, you can increase the chances of your proposal being accepted.

If you have been applying for grants and had limited or no success, you might need a fresh set of eyes on your proposal.

Have you considered hiring a writer?

It’s on the same page consulting we understand that every client has unique needs and budget constraints. That's why WE offer multiple pricing options to ensure that everyone has access to the writing services they need.

If you want to talk about how we can help you with your grant application or proposal, contact us now.

I hope to hear from you soon.

Ciao

Conni

P.S. I am passionate about helping small businesses and nonprofits achieve their goals through effective writing. I believe that working closely with these organisations allows me to help them make a real impact in the communities they serve.

With experience working and studying in several social sectors, government, business and some big corporations, I love to share knowledge from this broad range of experiences to help my clients create great documents.