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Business Proposal

Desi Ratna Sari


Definition

A proposal is a written document prepared in application for


funding.

Terms

Proposal Writer or grant writer : The individual who


prepares the proposal.
Funder: The state, federal, or corporate resource to whom
the proposal is submitted
"got a grant”/got contact: When an agency receives funding,
it is said that the agency
HOW TO FIND GRANT APPLICATIONS

GOVERNMENTAL
APPLICATIONS

FOUNDATION CORPORATE AND


APPLICATIONS CORPORATE FOUNDATION
APPLICATIONS
THE INGREDIENTS OF A PROPOSAL

Proposals are a communication tool enabling applicants to express the needs of their
local community, the value of the proposed services, and the expertise and capability
of the applicant agency to the funder.

Format:
1. Cover Letter, Title Page, and/or Abstract: Introduces the project and agency to the
funder.

2. Needs Statement (also called the Problem Statement or Case Study): Describes the
community to be served and the problem or need being addressed by the proposal.

3. Project Description: Includes goals and objectives and provides details about the
implementation plan. This section often includes a Scope of Work grid of the project
delivery plan.

4. Evaluation Plan: Explains the measurement procedures that will be used to


determine if goals and objectives have been met.
5. Budget Request: Itemizes the expenditures of the project and includes a rationale or
budget justification for the expenses.

6. Applicant Capability: Demonstrates the applicant's past performance and ability to


accomplish the proposed project.

7. Future Funding Plans: Indicates the plan to continue the project beyond the requested
funding period.

8. Letters of Support: Letters reflecting community support for the proposed project from
program recipients, community leaders, agencies, schools, and/or religious organizations.

9. Memoranda of Understanding: A written agreement from each of the partners or


coapplicant agencies included in this grant application.

10. Appendix Materials: These may include an audited financial statement, insurance
documentation, or any other documentation required by the funder.

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