BY DIANE H. LEONARD, GPC MEGAN HILL, SUSTAINABILITY
Written by Megan Hill of Professional Grant Writers
Tips for writing the sustainability section of your grant proposal
One of the most neglected aspects of any grant proposal — federal, state, or foundation — is the sustainability section.
Funders often ask how your organization plans to sustain its activities. They want to see you’ll survive after their investment period has ended, after you’ve cashed their check. They want to rest easy knowing your nonprofit won’t close its doors a few months after they send you grant money.
From a nonprofit’s perspective, the answer seems obvious: We’ll raise more money! Duh! But that’s not good enough. If you don’t pay close attention to this section and develop a good plan, it will be a major red flag against funding your proposal. Raising more money — rather through grants or individual donations or events — is a good starting point, but consider some other avenues, such as:
Written by Megan Hill of Professional Grant Writers
Tips for writing the sustainability section of your grant proposal
One of the most neglected aspects of any grant proposal — federal, state, or foundation — is the sustainability section.
Funders often ask how your organization plans to sustain its activities. They want to see you’ll survive after their investment period has ended, after you’ve cashed their check. They want to rest easy knowing your nonprofit won’t close its doors a few months after they send you grant money.
From a nonprofit’s perspective, the answer seems obvious: We’ll raise more money! Duh! But that’s not good enough. If you don’t pay close attention to this section and develop a good plan, it will be a major red flag against funding your proposal. Raising more money — rather through grants or individual donations or events — is a good starting point, but consider some other avenues, such as:
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