Use statistics to build urgency.
Example: “Over 62% of rural women lack access to maternal healthcare — leading to preventable deaths.” → Then introduce your project.
Use statistics to build urgency.
Example: “Over 62% of rural women lack access to maternal healthcare — leading to preventable deaths.” → Then introduce your project.
Lead with the problem, not your solution.
Example: Instead of “We want funding for school supplies,” start with “1 in 3 children in our community go to school without basic learning tools.”
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Lead with the problem, not your solution.
Example: Instead of “We want funding for school supplies,” start with “1 in 3 children in our community go to school without basic learning tools.”
#grants #grantwatch #grantfunding
TELL A COMPELLING STORY
Don't just list data, share the need that your community faces, and the solution your project offers. Make it personal and powerful.
Instead of simply stating, “500 students in our community lack access to STEM resources,” make it relatable: 👇
TELL A COMPELLING STORY
Don't just list data, share the need that your community faces, and the solution your project offers. Make it personal and powerful.
Instead of simply stating, “500 students in our community lack access to STEM resources,” make it relatable: 👇
Use simple, active language. Reviewers read hundreds of applications, so get to the point quickly and avoid jargon.
A great way to show this tip is by looking at a "before" and "after" example below
Use simple, active language. Reviewers read hundreds of applications, so get to the point quickly and avoid jargon.
A great way to show this tip is by looking at a "before" and "after" example below
Allign with the funder’s mission!
Clearly show how your project directly supports the funder’s goals and priorities. Use their language where appropriate.
Allign with the funder’s mission!
Clearly show how your project directly supports the funder’s goals and priorities. Use their language where appropriate.
TELL A COMPELLING STORY
Reviewers are people, too. Don't just list statistics; tell the story of the person, family, or community that will be transformed by your grant. Show the deep need and your proven solution. Emotional connection paired with clear facts wins funding.
#grant
TELL A COMPELLING STORY
Reviewers are people, too. Don't just list statistics; tell the story of the person, family, or community that will be transformed by your grant. Show the deep need and your proven solution. Emotional connection paired with clear facts wins funding.
#grant