[…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 activities… [Read More]
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 both outputs and outcomes separately. Project results can be divided into… [Read More]
Common Questions Donors Ask NGOs in their Proposals
Proposal writing is a time consuming process. You need to carry out proper research, collect information from various sources, read through the proposal format and fill in appropriate details. All these tasks are also required to be undertaken in a stipulated time because most proposal submissions have deadlines which you need to follow carefully. In… [Read More]
How to write a Human Rights Project Proposal
Many NGOs working on human rights have often found proposal writing a challenging task. Although conceptualizing a project can be fairly easy by examining the ground situation in the target community, but writing down the same on paper can be difficult. Funding agencies also demand complicated information in their proposal formats which further discourage NGOs…. [Read More]
Human Rights Project Proposal: Performance Indicators
All project proposals are required to come up with a set of performance indicators. This is necessary as part of monitoring the success of the project. All donor agencies prefer to receive in advance a list of those indicators that can quickly help them measure the progress of the project throughout is project period. The… [Read More]
How to write Logical Framework Analysis (LFA) in Grant Proposals –A Simple Guide for NGOs
In various proposal formats, we come across a table or a framework required to be filled by us to give more detailed information about our project. This table is referred to as a Logframe or Logical Framework or Logical Framework Analysis (LFA) or Logical Framework Matrix. This framework is the most important part of the… [Read More]
How to write a proposal for a Community Livelihoods Development Project
Strengthening livelihoods, especially ensuring food security and increasing income opportunities for local communities, is one of the core responsibilities of NGOs working in poor and developing countries. As many efforts are made in this direction, small organizations continue to face challenges in developing a plan or a project proposal to raise funds to support their… [Read More]
Problems in Writing Proposals
Previous Before we start learning about proposal writing, it will serve our purpose if we outline the exact difficulties we face working on the proposal. The following are the common problems we face while trying to write a proposal: Confused about the format? There are as many proposal formats as there are a number of… [Read More]
ICCO: Partnering with NGOs on Health and Education
ICCO is the Netherlands-based interchurch organization for development cooperation working to reduce poverty and justice around the world so that people can live a lift of dignity and prosperity. In order to achieve its primary goal, ICCO provides grant support to local NGOs in different countries. ICCO currently works in more than fifty countries of… [Read More]
