Full Proposal

A Full Proposal should be assembled as follows:

1. Organization Cover Sheet (provided)
2. Executive Summary of the Proposed Program (1 page)
   1. Need and supporting data
   2. Service area and population to be served
   3. Agency description
      Remember this is a synopsis of the most important points from the Narrative.
3. Narrative (maximum of 10 pages)
   1. Organization Information
      1. Organization history
      2. Mission and goals, future challenges & long-range plans
      3. Current programs and activities
      4. Accomplishments
   2. Problem Statement
      1. Description of issue or need to be addressed by proposed program
      2. Supporting facts and documentation of need for the proposed program
   3. Project Description
      1. Description of proposed program
      2. Identify target population and number of people to be served
      3. Project goals, objectives and activities
         Note: These will be described in more detail in the required Logic Model .
      4. Other organizations or funders participating in the project and their role
      5. Timetable for implementation
         Tip: If a similar program has been conducted by your organization or another, please discuss its impact. Does the proposed program represent an expansion of services in your area? If so, be sure to justify the expansion and explain how it is not duplicating existing services. If not, define its potential to serve as a model program locally or nationwide.
   4. Evaluation (1 page)
      What impact will you have? How will you know? Who will do the evaluation? How will the results be used?
   5. Budget
      1. Narrative
         1. Explain any unusual line items and/or fiscal issues affecting your organization.
         2. Share plans for long term funding following expiration of the grant.
         3. Describe efficiencies created both programmatic or financial (if applicable)
         4. Highlight any other funds leveraged
      2. Budget Worksheet and Justification
4. Required Forms and Supporting Documents
   1. Organizational Coversheet (provided)
   2. Logic Model Form (provided)
   3. Budget Worksheet (provided)
   4. Up to three Letters of Support, Partnership or Collaboration
   5. Copy of Agency or if a very large agency the appropriate Department Budget
   6. Board and staff rosters relevant to this program
   7. Annual Report (if available)
   8. IRS Letter (501(c)3) Determination Letter
   9. Most recently completed Form 990
   10. Most recent audit or review

Please Note:

• No videos or unsolicited information
• Use 12 point font
• Allow margins of at least one inch