Grant Writing Strategies

Grant Writing Strategies

When writing a grant, you want to catch the attention of the reader and help them visualize why your project is the one they should fund.

 

WritingGrant Writing Tips

Here are some grant-writing strategies to keep in mind:

  • Write concisely; don't ramble.
  • Be knowledgeable about what you are asking for in your grant.
  • Explain what devices/supplies you already have and how they are being used in your classroom. Describe why an addition of devices/supplies would be even more effective in your classroom.
  • Make sure you follow the rules of the grant and follow the rubric if one is provided. 
  • Keep it student centered -- students are number one!
  • Have a clear project in mind as you write your grant. Don't just write about the devices/supplies you want, but also include why you want them, how they will be used, and how they will benefit students.
  • If your school or your principal is willing to match funds or support your project in some way, include this information in your proposal. Readers like to know that your project will continue to be supported and that success and long-term implementation is likely.
  • Plan on rewriting your grant multiple times before you submit your final grant. Ask a couple of colleagues to proof read your proposal for you and offer feedback.

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WritingGrant Narrative Examples

CenturyLink makes funded and non-funded grant proposals available online. Reading through them can help you note the characteristics of a well-written proposal vs. a poorly-written grant. Read at least two of the following grant proposals. Consider the following as you read:

  1. If you were funding this grant, would you have awarded it to this applicant?
  2. Did the authors paint a clear picture in your mind of what student-centered project they want funded?
  3. Are you able to clearly understand what will be implemented in their classroom and how the request will benefit students?
  4. Is there a clear idea of how the requested devices/supplies will be used for students?

Proposals: