Part I

Getting Started with Grant Writing

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In this part. . .

• Distinguish between the two main types of funders that provide grant monies: public sector funders (federal, state, city, and local governments) and private sector funders (foundations and corporations).
• Become acquainted with the basic elements of the typical grant application.
• Create a strategic plan to drive your organization’s decision-making process for the next 12 months.
• Get familiar with the basics funders expect to see in a grant request — and numerous ways to give your application an edge over the competition.