SCHOOL GRANT INFORMATION
Resources
Definitions
As you explore the world of grants, you may come across some confusing jargon. Don't fret! Grants lingo is not difficult to follow - all you need are a few definitions. Want to see a term added? Give us your feedback
Proposal Planning and Writing Basics
The Foundation Center has an excellent online program – Proposal Writing Short Course – that can be found at http://fdncenter.org/learn/shortcourse/prop1.html.
Although application guidelines may vary from program to program, they usually require the applicant to address several key components in their proposal. Whether you're writing a five or forty page narrative, your proposal will be complete if it includes an executive summary, statement of need, project description including target audience and evaluation methods, budget, organizational information, and a conclusion. You can find descriptions of each of these components on our Components Page.
While the Diocese School Grant consultants will be with you every step of the way, its helpful to know how the grants process works and “tips of the trade.”
Watch this section of the website for training opportunities to be offered within the Diocese.
Funding Opportunities (PDF)
Current edition of monthly Grant Alerts Newsletter contains deadlines for upcoming funding opportunities, recently funded grants, and other items.
The web is filled with sites helpful to grant seekers.
Here are some of the sites we find most helpful.