Duke University: Level 1 Grant Writing

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This course will provide participants with an understanding of the full grantsmanship cycle, essential tools to write a strong, compelling grant proposal, and the fundamentals of successful grants management.

The first session will explore grant funding from a broader perspective and examine types of foundations and grant-funding sources. Participants will learn how three different program officers view the grants process and what they value when considering a proposal. The course will then focus on researching grant opportunities and prioritizing prospects. Finally, we will review the elements of a full grant proposal – from an initial letter of inquiry to the numerous components of the proposal itself.

Key Learning Objectives:

Understand the broader overview of the grantsmanship process.

Understand different types of foundations, including private, public, and government funding sources.

Understand the link between relationships with funders and successful grant writing.

Learn multiple sources to conduct grant research, screen for eligibility, and prioritize prospects.

Determine the key elements of a grant proposal — including a letter of inquiry, the grant’s cover letter, executive summary, needs statement, goals, methodology, evaluation, organizational and project budgets, and supporting documents.