MOI UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

NAME: ELIJAH .O. DOUGLAS

REG NO: BA/97/17

COURSE TITLE: PLANNING, CULTURE AND DEVELOPMENT

COURSE CODE: BAS 403

QUESTION
What does fundable project proposal look like (30mks?)
INTRODUCTION
The Project Proposal is the initial document used to define an internal or external project. The
proposal includes sections such as title, start and end dates, objectives and goals, requirements
and a descriptor of the proposed solution. The project proposal functions as the working
document between the agency and the client before a potential initiation of the project. Thus, the
project proposal is used to define the objectives and requirements of a project for the external
party. For the internal party, it is a method to analyze the feasibility and profitability of the
project.

On the other hand, fundable project proposal is described as a proposal which is used to request
funds by providing a compelling case for the proposed project. The main difference is the focus
on the goals and objectives of the project are fed into a set of measures for evaluation of project
success. The proposal features a full breakdown of project resources and costs in more detail
than usually found in a project brief. Moreover, the focus on objectives and measures adds some
value making the project manager think carefully about specific activities to be done.

Below is a typical content of how fundable project proposal looks like.

A Paragraph to Summarize the Proposal

In a cover letter or cover sheet, write a paragraph to summarize the proposal. Because the entire
proposal may extend past 10, 20 or even 30 pages the three to five sentences you write here
should concisely state your organization’s name, purpose, the funds requested and what project
in what community.

Organizational Information and Biographies

This section should be very similar to a business plan for a for-profit business through explaining
what the organization is all about, its mission and how it serves the community. Moreover,
include a SWOT analysis which reviews the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats to
the organization and the new project. Biographies of the organizational leaders should explain
why they are at the helm and what has been accomplished under their management including
prior years’ funding resources, budgets and balance sheets.

Proposed Project Summary

Once one has explained what the organization is all about and how it accomplishes its mission,
specific review why these project funds are needed including a description of the project, the
budgetary requirements and timelines to get the project launched and fully operational. Define
the problem that exists and explain why this project will help fill the gap to better serve the
community.

Project Work Plan

The work plan explains what has already happened to develop the project and what needs to
happen to get it through completion. This section includes any types of vendor bids including
contractor work, timelines and materials needed. If one does not have a complete plan and does
not explain why one is stuck at this point then the reason could be that funds are needed to move
to the next step.

Project Budget and Costs

All budget items should be included in the proposal and it entails creation of a line-item budget
that breaks every component down. It may also include costs for outreach and professional
services.

Other Funding Resources

A donor will want to know if you have other donors, grants or funding resources. Not only does
this alleviate some of the risk that the one donor will take on but also shows that others are
interested and are committed to the project.

CONCLUSION

The above information clearly explains on various components that make up a fundable project
proposal.

REFERENCE

Porte, Michael. “Writing Effective Research Proposals” Journal of Business Communication.

Miner, Jeremy T. and Miner. Proposal planning & writing. 3rd edition. Greenwood publishing
Group.