[...continued from the main page] There is a fundamental difference in goals and objectives in a standard proposal. Usually, a goal is an overall objective. It is mostly general in sense and remains unachievable. However, objectives are very specific and they have to be achieved. The qualities of … [Read more...] about How should the goals and objectives be written in a proposal?
Funding and resources for projects
A list of all grants, funding and resources for projects
What is the difference between Strategies and Activities in a proposal?
[...continued from the main page] Strategies are broad concepts or approaches to achieve the project objectives while activities are actions that are undertaken within these strategies. For example, ‘building the capacity of the community members’ is a strategy your project has adopted. An activity … [Read more...] about What is the difference between Strategies and Activities in a proposal?
What is the best way to identify and plan activities for a project in a proposal?
[...continued from the main page] It is very important to list out only those activities that are relevant to your project objectives. If your project objectives are not related to your project activities, it only means that you are not clear in what you want to do with your project and the donor … [Read more...] about What is the best way to identify and plan activities for a project in a proposal?
What is a Gantt chart?
[...continued from the main page] A Gantt chart is a chart that gives an overview of the schedule of project activities proposed in a proposal. Since it was developed by Henry Gantt, it is referred to as a Gantt chart. Most proposal formats demand this type of chart to be displayed to list out … [Read more...] about What is a Gantt chart?
While defining project results in a proposal, what is the difference between outputs and outcomes?
[...continued from the main page] All project proposals should explain all the expected results that will be achieved by the project. Many proposal formats seek extensive information on results just to ensure that the set objectives are successfully achieved. However, some proposal formats request … [Read more...] about While defining project results in a proposal, what is the difference between outputs and outcomes?
What are indicators, risks and assumptions in a proposal?
[...continued from the main page] A performance indicator is a measure of the result. Since a project result is just a statement, there is a need to provide direct evidence about it. That is why, many proposal formats demand indicators in their frameworks. For example, if you mention in your … [Read more...] about What are indicators, risks and assumptions in a proposal?
What is the best way to develop a monitoring and evaluation plan?
[...continued from the main page] All proposals should be accompanied with a monitoring and evaluation plan of the proposed projects. Donor agencies may have their own monitoring and evaluation systems but they still want NGOs to come up with their own plan on it. Such a plan proves to be very … [Read more...] about What is the best way to develop a monitoring and evaluation plan?
What is matching contribution in a budget and how can NGOs arrange it?
[...continued from the main page] Many donors insist that projects provide details on matching contribution in their proposal budgets. It is usually 10-20% of the total budget you propose. Matching contributions are financial contributions made by the NGO to the overall grant of the project. If … [Read more...] about What is matching contribution in a budget and how can NGOs arrange it?
Proposal Writing Guidebook for Grassroots-based NGOs/CBOs/CSOs
Characteristics of successful proposal writing A good proposal must convince the donor/funding agencies about the following aspects of the project going to be proposed by the organization: - The issue going to be addressed matches with the objectives/target area of the donor agency. - The problem … [Read more...] about Proposal Writing Guidebook for Grassroots-based NGOs/CBOs/CSOs
Few tips for proposal writing
[...continued from the main page] Write as per donor/funding agency’s guidelines A proposal must be written as per the format & guidelines provided by the donor/funding agencies. Most of the multilateral, bilateral, CSRs have their own format, which the organization must follow. This you can … [Read more...] about Few tips for proposal writing
