Did you know there are as many different government grants available as there are projects? But even if this money is free, getting access to it is not as easy as it looks.

Finding a government grant program that you could qualify for is the easy part. However, to get that grant you will need to prepare and present a grant proposal when you apply for it. This grant proposal is essential because it explains to the grant provider why you need the grant money and how you will use it. Basically, it’s the most powerful tool you have to sell yourself and your project. So, in order to have a winning grant proposal, follow these important tips:

1. Make sure you have thought through all the implications of your project and identified all schemes of potential benefit. It’s important that you identify and understand all the aspects of your project so that you can structure your grant proposal properly from the beginning.
2.  Make sure your application explains how the project will meet the objectives of the grant provider. Each grant awarding body as different, and so are their objectives for awarding a grants. So, phrase your text so that it relates to that objective.
3. Include a project plan that will show a full description of your project. Your project plan should include a mission statement, a problem or need statement, a description of goals and objectives as well as a full project cost evaluation.

Remember, you are applying for public funds and those responsible for making the decision need assurance you will spend it wisely.

source: Carl Beliveau

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