Webster's new world. Grant writing handbook /
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| Author / Creator: | Wason, Sara D. |
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| Edition: | 1st ed. |
| Imprint: | Hoboken, NJ : Wiley, c2004. |
| Description: | x, 326 p. ; 24 cm. |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/5518836 |
Table of Contents:
- Introduction
- Part I. Understanding Corporate and Foundation Fundraising
- How Corporations and Foundations Fit into Your Overall Fundraising Strategy
- Why Corporations and Foundations Give
- Foundations
- Lobbying
- Foundation Types
- The Nature of Foundation Giving
- Corporations
- Avenues of Corporate Support
- What Corporations Give
- Implications for Fundraisers
- Part II. The New Philanthropy
- Giving Trends
- Current Events
- Globalization
- Demographics
- The New Donor
- Implications for Grant Seekers
- Corporate and Foundation Funding in Perspective
- Foundation Giving Trends
- Corporate Giving Trends
- The Future
- Collaboration
- Greater Control
- Technology
- Venture Philanthropy
- Effecting Change
- Part III. Define the Project
- Generate the Idea
- "Mission-Fit"
- Bring Your Concerns to the Table
- Fundraising Goals
- Is Your Organization Prepared?
- Ownership and Investment
- Readiness
- Project Development
- The Purpose or Problem
- Project Plan
- Resources
- Make Sure Everyone Is on the Same Page
- Part IV. Finding the Right Funders for Your Project
- What Makes a Good Prospect?
- Capability
- Inclination
- Know the Landscape
- The Local Landscape
- Understand Where Givers Give
- Helpful Newsletters
- Listservs (Discussion Groups)
- Business Publications
- Project-Specific Grant Searches
- Search Strategy
- Personal Connections
- General Search Engines
- Free Philanthropic Databases
- Local Library: Books and Electronic Databases
- Institutions of Higher Education
- Subscription Databases
- Digging Further
- Family Foundations
- Affinity Groups and RAGs
- Narrow the Field
- Government Funding
- Your Final List
- Part V. Approaching Funders
- Make the Best Initial Approach
- Prepare for the Approach
- The Best Method
- The Best Person to Make the Approach
- Who Should I Approach?
- Letters of Inquiry
- Advantages/Drawbacks
- Style and Flow
- Components of a Letter of Inquiry
- Sample Letter of Inquiry
- Other Forms of Communication
- Concept Paper
- Sample Concept Paper 1
- Sample Concept Paper 2
- Online and Email Inquiries
- Telephone Calls
- Personal Visits
- The Next Step
- Handling Rejection
- Part VI. Organize the Proposal
- Roles and Responsibilities
- The Outline
- Proposal Production
- Timing
- Gathering Information
- Approval Processes
- Communication
- Develop a Proposal Production Schedule
- Contingency Plans
- Part VII. Writing the Proposal
- Your Unique Voice
- Clues from Your Organization
- The Funder's Perspective
- Length, Style, and Flow
- The Funder's Requirements
- Application Form
- Proposal Guidelines
- Proposal Components
- Cover Letter
- Cover Page (Optional)
- Table of Contents (Optional)
- Introduction
- Organizational Information and Credentials
- Statement of Need
- Project Methods
- Budget
- Conclusion
- Attachments
- Nontraditional Proposal Formats
- Letter Proposals
- Online Applications
- Common Application Form
- Submission Tips
- Packaging the Proposal
- Getting the Proposal There
- Part VIII. Proposal Review and Follow-Up
- How Proposals Are Processed
- Initial Screening
- A Staff Member Takes Over
- From Staff to Board Member
- Corporate Process
- Time Frame
- Develop a Proposal Tracking System
- Projects in the Pipeline
- Deadlines and Decision Timelines
- Record Awarded or Denied Gifts
- Follow Up on Your Proposal
- Reply to the Funder's Decision
- Say Thank-You
- Handle a Denial
- Partial Requests
- Congratulations: You've Been Funded
- Part IX. Effective Stewardship
- Recognize the Funder
- Show Gratitude
- Publicize the Grant
- Communicate About Your Project
- The Funder's Expectations
- Share Your Success
- Relationships with Corporate and Foundation Representatives
- Progress Reports
- Project Pitfalls
- Your Project Manager Doesn't Deliver
- Your Hypothesis Is Wrong
- Your Partners Haven't Done What They Promised
- The Project Manager Is Late with a Report
- Develop a Stewardship Tracking System
- A Useful Tracking Sheet
- Stewardship Responsibility
- Build on Your Success
- Appendix A. Sample Proposal
- Appendix B. Proposal Forms
- Common Grant Application
- Online Application
- Appendix C. Characteristics of an Effective Fundraiser
- List of Characteristics
- Personable
- Passionate
- A Good Listener
- Trustworthy
- Persistent
- Creative
- Energetic
- Leaderly
- Goal Oriented
- Confident
- Curious
- Motivated
- Mature
- Resilient
- Multitasker
- Team Oriented
- Organized
- Resourceful
- Persuasive
- Ethical
- Knowledgeable
- A Word About Recognition
- Career Advice for Current and Prospective Fundraisers
- Appendix D. Government Grants
- You Must Have a Well-Defined Plan
- The Proposal Process Is Much More Restrictive
- An Agency Person Is Available for Questions
- Government Agencies Require More Documentation
- The Approval Process Is Clearly Defined
- Budgetary and Payment Processes Differ
- Glossary
- Index
