Sections Usually Required in a Proposal<!wide>

Each agency generally publishes guidelines that reflect how a project can meet the criteria of the funding agency. However, most proposals will contain all or part of the suggestions listed below.

A Proposal to a Foundation or Corporation Will Usually Contain These Elements:

• Cover letter signed by the president
• Proof of 501©3status
• Proposal (include items listed in Proposal Package below) Additional materials (resumes, vitae, letters of support and other material critical to a specific proposal)

A Proposal to a Government Agency Usually Contains These Elements:

• Letter of commitment signed by the president
• Proposal (include items listed in Proposal Package below or follow agency specific guideliines)
• Certifications and Assurances Additional materials (resumes, vitae, letters of support and other material critical to a specific proposal)

Proposal Package (by Section)

1. Proposal Abstract
2. Introduction
3. Need for the Program (assess current situation to show a need exists)
4. Program Goals and Objectives (how the need will be met)
5. Plan of Operation (how goals and objectives will be accomplished)
6. Quality of Personnel (who is responsible for what )
7. Evaluation (must have quantitative and qualitative data and show formative and summative timelines)
8. Budget and Budget Narrative
9. Appendices