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Telling a compelling story: Communicating program impact in a grant proposal

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While only some grantmakers ask you to submit a logic model, virtually all expect the narrative of your proposal—the description of how the program works, its purpose, and its results—to include the same information as a logic model would. A proposal focused on program impact includes: Need: What need does your program serve?

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Storytelling for Grant Writers: 10 Tactical & Stylistic Tips

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But what about some of your highest-impact communications— grant proposals ? Let’s take a look at why storytelling matters for nonprofit grant writing and actionable ways you can start telling more compelling stories in your proposals. Why Does Storytelling Matter for Grant Writers? Stories make things real.

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How to Apply for Grants: A Guide for Parks and Rec Orgs

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Similar to how you would request funds from a corporate sponsor , your parks and recreation organization needs to submit a proposal and wait for approval from the grantmaking organization. Write a grant proposal. Therefore, it’s better to focus on a few grants and create extremely thorough applications and proposals for them.

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How To: Write Fundraising Auction Item Descriptions

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Incorporate Storytelling There’s no doubt that stories are powerful and evocative—we have plenty of books, movies, and TV shows as proof of that. While auction item descriptions should be concise, you can still incorporate storytelling elements to entice guests into bidding on your items. You might say something like, “Mr.

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Quick Guide to Grants for Nonprofits: Tips, Resources & More

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Competitive grants Competitive grants are awarded based on your nonprofit’s proposal to the funding source. For competitive grants, your proposal is the key to your chances of receiving the grant. Draft a proposal to convince the reviewers that your organization is the best option to fulfill the grant’s purpose.

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What Hocus Pocus Can Teach You About Major Gift Fundraising

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The donors who are most active and engaged with your organization are your best major donor prospects. . Use storytelling to encourage donors to give. . “I When preparing a major gift proposal, focus on the short-term and long-term impact their gifts would make on the trajectory of the organization.

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How to Source the Right Donation Match Partner for Your Nonprofit

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However, corporations also receive many requests for support from nonprofits, so it can be more difficult to make your proposal stand out, especially if you’re a smaller organization with less audience reach. Above all, remember that storytelling is a powerful tool. Free Download: The Guide to Nonprofit Storytelling.

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