Grant Writing

If you want to learn the essentials of writing or acquiring grants for private, public, or government use, this course is perfect for you. You'll discover how to develop successful grants by focusing on the skills needed to prepare professional, competitive, compelling grant proposals.

6 Months / 300 Course Hrs

Open enrollment

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Purchase College, SUNY

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Grant Writing

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Course Code: GES207

What You Will Learn

Know how to research and find available grants
Understand the fundamental elements of a grant proposal
Develop the skills needed to prepare professional, competitive, compelling, and successful grant proposals
Become proficient in the proposal format used by the vast majority of public foundations
Know the roles and responsibilities of a non-profit board of directors and the management team
Become knowledgeable on the fundamentals of legal writing, including analytical reasoning and analysis
Learn how to word, edit, proofread, and format basic documents for daily use within an office environment
Learn the fundamentals of the budgeting process including how to prepare a budget and manage a budget in a business
Examine the essential aspects of fundraising and how to maximize fundraising opportunities

How the course is taught

Self-paced, online course
6 months to complete
Open enrollment, begin anytime
300 course hours

How you will benefit

Become a valuable asset to any organization or project seeking grant funding
Jump-start a career in the nonprofit sector
Develop a professional vocabulary that can be used to write grant applications or communicate with clients and peers
Help deserving organizations in your community find funding with your skillset

Outline

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Introduction to Grant Research
1. Identifying grants that fit with your organization
2. How to obtain grants that fit with your organization
3. How to move through the grant research process
4. Flexibility in the grant research process
5. Categorizing grants found in the research process
Introduction to Grant Writing
1. Common myths about the grant process
2. Preparing the request for proposal
3. Writing process
4. a. Bid/no bid decision
5. b. How to decline an RFP
6. Analyzing the RFP
7. Proposal team
8. Detailed analysis of the RFP
9. How to protect proprietary information
10. Scheduling tasks and meeting deadlines for the RFP
11. Program design
12. How will you fulfill the requirements of the RFP
13. Services you will provide
14. Time and money it will take to complete the project
15. Parts of the proposal
16. What to keep in mind when looking for grant funding
Advanced Grant Writing
1. Introduction
2. Program planning and evaluation
3. Defining your program or service
4. How you plan to assess the program
5. Program planning process
6. Needs assessment
7. Proposal writing
8. Logic model
9. Writing a grant proposal
10. Narrative portion of a grant proposal
11. Grant proposal abstract
Specialized Writing Techniques for Grants
1. Setting up the grant proposal
2. The front matter of the grant proposal
3. What is included in the body of the proposal
4. Program design
5. Technical section of the proposal
6. Project management plan
7. What role will each team member play
8. What is your timeline
9. When/what will you report
10. Time/Cost outline
11. Common errors made in preparing response to a request for funding
12. What to include in the organization profile section
13. Executive summary and appendices of the proposal
Technical Writing
1. Technical writing skills
2. Writing process of preparing a technical document
3. Resources to include in technical writing
4. Specificity in technical writing
Writing Essentials
1. Planning Skills
2. Composition
3. Four Components of Writing
4. Grammar Tips
5. Common Mistakes
6. Improving Your Writing
Grammar Essentials
1. Components of Writing
2. Grammar
3. Syntax
4. Word choice
5. The components of a sentence
6. Parts of speech
7. Subjects and predicates
8. Using word order to change the emphasis of a sentence
9. Different types of sentences
10. Simple
11. Compound
12. Complex
13. Compound-complex
14. Sentence intention
15. Identifying faulty sentences
16. Incomplete sentences
17. Rambling sentences
18. Using punctuation correctly
19. Using the correct verb tense in your writing
20. The function of a paragraph
21. Topic sentence
22. Paragraph length
23. Writing paragraphs
24. Using cause and effect in your writing
Budgeting Essentials
1. Introduction
2. The Concept of Budgeting
3. Activity-based Budgeting
4. Factors to Consider in Budgeting
5. Production Planning
6. Inventory
7. Sample Budget and Summary
Fundraising Fundamentals
1. Fund Raising
2. Marketing
3. Locating Funding Sources
4. Effective Writing
5. Successful Proposals
6. Current Trends
7. Managing Products
8. Annual Giving Campaigns
9. Corporate Sponsorships
10. Major Donors
11. Foundation and Government Grants
12. Planned Giving
13. Special Events
14. Capital Campaigns

Instructors & Support

Katherine Squires Pang

Katherine Squires Pang, J.D., LL.M., M.Ed has practiced law with since 1983. She has served as an adjunct faculty member in the Graduate School of Management at the University of Texas, Dallas, and has been an adjunct faculty member of many universities, including New York University and UC Irvine. She received her B.A. in 1980 from Clark University, her J.D. from the University of Dayton Law School in 1982, her LL.M in Taxation from Georgetown University Law School in 1983, and her M.Ed from the University of Texas in 2001.

Requirements

Prerequisites:

You should have basic keyboarding and computer skills, be comfortable navigating the Internet and sending emails, and have an understanding of a word-processing computer program (Microsoft Word is recommended). This course is intended for anyone interested in developing their grant writing skills.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

PC: Windows 8 or later.
Mac: OS X Snow Leopard 10.6 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
Microsoft Office or equivalent (not included in enrollment).
Adobe Acrobat Reader. Click here to download the Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Materials

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online. The following textbook will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment:

The Only Grant-Writing Book You'll Ever Need
Demystifying Grant Seeking: What You Really Need to Do to Get Grants
Managing A Nonprofit Organization
Handbook for Writing Proposals

FAQs

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Can I register for a course if I am an international student?

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Does this course prepare for a certification?

No.

When can I start the course?

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

How long does it take to complete this course?

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

What if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact your Student Advisor to help you work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

What kind of support will I receive?

You may be assigned with an instructor or team of industry experts for one-on-one course interaction. Your support will be available (via email) to answer any questions you may have and to provide feedback on your performance. All of our instructors are successful working professionals in the fields in which they teach. You will be assigned to an Advisor for academic support.

What happens when I complete the course?

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

Am I guaranteed a job?

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

Can I get financial assistance?

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

How can I get more information about this course?

If you have questions that are not answered on our website, representatives are available via LIVE chat. You can also call us at 1-877-221-5151 during regular business hours to have your questions promptly answered. If you are visiting us during non-business hours, please send us a question using the "Contact Us" form.

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Reviews

This program met my schedules and time availability. The turnaround on assignments was very prompt. I would recommend this course to high school graduates, perhaps undergraduates, and those just entering the field of grant writing.

-R.G., Temple University Ambler

Grant Writing moved at a great pace. I liked being able to go back over the course and text material for complete understanding.

-D.S., Excelsior College

It was convenient for me to be able to work at my own pace. I didn't always have the time to sit down and work through the course, so having flexibility in my course was crucial.

-B.L., Autry Technology Center

Thanks so much! I have really enjoyed your program.

-K.H., St. Charles Community College

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Course Code: GES207