Full Proposal

A Full Proposal must include the following:

1. Organization Cover Sheet (provided)

2. Executive Summary of the Proposed Program (1 page), to include:

Need and supporting data




Service area and population to be served




Agency description

Remember this is a synopsis of the most important points from the Narrative.

3. Narrative (maximum of 10 pages)

A. Organization Information

Organization history




Mission and goals, future challenges and long-range plans




Current programs and activities




Accomplishments

B. Problem Statement

Description of issue and/or need to be addressed by proposed program




Supporting facts and documentation of need for the proposed program

C. Project Description

Description of proposed program.




Identification of target population and number of people to be served.




Project goals, objectives and activities (Note: These will be described in more detail in the required Logic Model).




Other organizations or funders participating in the project and their role(s).




Timetable for implementation. (Tip: If a similar program has been conducted by your organization or another organization, please discuss its effectiveness. Does the proposed program represent an expansion of services in your area? If yes, justify the expansion and explain how it would not duplicate existing services. If no, define its potential to serve as a model program locally or nationally).

4. Evaluation (1 page)

• What impact will your program have?


• How will you know if the program is successful?


• Who will evaluate the program?


• How will the evaluation results be used?

5. Budget

A. Narrative

Explain any unusual line items and/or fiscal issues affecting your organization.




Present plans for long-term funding following the expiration of the grant.




Describe efficiencies created, both programmatic and financial (if applicable).




Highlight any other funds leveraged for this program.

B. Budget Worksheet (Budget Worksheet) and Justification

6. Required Forms and Supporting Documents

Organizational Coversheet (provided)




Logic Model Form (provided)




Budget Worksheet (provided)




Up to three Letters of Support, Partnership or Collaboration




Copy of Agency (or if a very large agency, the appropriate department) Budget




Board and staff rosters relevant to this program




Annual Report (if available)




IRS Letter (501(c)3) Determination Letter




Most recently completed Form 990




Most recent audit or review

Please Note:

No videos or unsolicited information




Use 12 point font




Allow margins of at least one inch