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Start Your Own Grant Writing Business: Your Step-By-Step Guide to Success Second Edition [Mīkstie vāki]

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Formāts: Paperback / softback, 200 pages, height x width: 229x178 mm, weight: 341 g, Illustrations
Sērija : StartUp Series
Izdošanas datums: 01-Feb-2008
Izdevniecība: Entrepreneur Press
ISBN-10: 1599181592
ISBN-13: 9781599181592

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Formāts: Paperback / softback, 200 pages, height x width: 229x178 mm, weight: 341 g, Illustrations
Sērija : StartUp Series
Izdošanas datums: 01-Feb-2008
Izdevniecība: Entrepreneur Press
ISBN-10: 1599181592
ISBN-13: 9781599181592

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Business & management - (Noliktavā: 22 punkts)

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Burkholder, who relied on grants to fund her education and humanitarian work overseas, notes that professional grant writers are in great demand. After distinguishing between grant writing and fundraising, she explains the different types of grants and funding sources from which to earn a decent income as a freelancer. The guide features highlighted tips, resources, a sample concept paper, brief history of philanthropy, and glossary. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Grant Yourself SuccessGrant writing is a billion dollar industry full of profitable business opportunities! Serving as the link between funders and grantees, professional grant writers are quickly becoming valuable partners to fundraising and philanthropy associations. Use this comprehensive guide to learn the art of researching, preparing and submitting winning grants as well as finding and maintaining clientele and grant projects. Learn how to:Identify grants and contact funders Write persuasive proposals that win funding Create a comprehensive grant proposal following step-by-step instructions and samplesDevelop a successful business plan-including home-office guidance, office technology, business startup basics and moreMarket your business for less than 100Also includes a comprehensive resources listing, a four-stage guide to writing funding proposals plus insider tips and techniques.This is a must-have resource for new or experienced grant writers looking to expand their talents and take their careers into their own hands!

Preface

xiii

Choosing Grant Writing for a Career Path

(12)

Strike While the Iron Is Hot

(1)

Income Potential for Grant Writers---Writers Making a Small Investment for a Big Financial Return

(1)

A Word about Grant Writing vs. Fundraising

(1)

Traits of a Grant Writer

(4)

Resilience

(1)

Goal-Setting

(1)

Research Skills

(1)

Internet Savvy

(1)

Writing and Speaking Communication Skills

(1)

Sound Administrative Skills

(1)

Human Relations Skills

(1)

Passion

(1)

Trustworthiness

(1)

Persistence

(1)

Ability to Lead and Follow

(1)

Confident

(1)

Multitasker

(1)

Grant Writer's Toolkit

(4)

Approaching Funders

(1)

The Grant Proposal in a Nutshell

(1)

Researching Funders

(2)

Identify the Problem, Propose a Solution

(2)

Who Needs Grants?

(6)

Grants for Nonprofits

(1)

Grants for Individuals

(1)

Grants for Higher Education

(1)

Emergency Grants

(1)

Types of Grants

(3)

Types of Funders

(12)

Independent, Community, Operating, and Family Foundations

(3)

Independent Foundations

(1)

Community Foundations

(1)

Operating Foundations

(1)

Family Foundations

(1)

Corporations

(3)

Government Funding

(5)

Local, State, and Pass-Through Funds

(2)

Request for Proposals (RFPs)

(2)

Where Do You Find RFPs?

(1)

Finding Grants

(16)

Grants.gov

(1)

Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance

(1)

Federal Register

(1)

FirstGov

(1)

USA Government Grants

(1)

Grant Directory Publications

(2)

Foundation Grants to Individuals

(1)

Directory of Grants in the Humanities 2005/2006

(1)

The Foundation Reporter

(1)

National Directory of Corporate Giving

(1)

Annual Register of Grant Support: A Directory of Funding Sources

(1)

Grants Register 2005: The Complete Guide to Postgraduate Funding Worldwide

(1)

The Foundation Center

(2)

Newsletters

(1)

Foundation Center Newsletters

(1)

Foundation News and Commentary

(1)

The Chronicle of Philanthropy

(1)

LRP Publications

(1)

The Grant Advisor

(1)

Grantsalert

(1)

Subscription Databases

(1)

Guidestar

(1)

Annual Reports

(1)

990-PF Reports

(1)

Locating Grants by Field

(7)

Art Grants

(1)

Education Grants

(1)

International Grants

(2)

Emergency Grants

(3)

Understanding the Funders' Guidelines

(8)

What Grant Writers Need to Gather from the Guidelines

(1)

Sample Guidelines

(6)

Sample Guidelines from a Private Foundation

(1)

Sample Guidelines from a Federal Funder

(5)

The Grant Proposal

(40)

The Four Stages of Crafting a Persuasive Grant Proposal

(1)

Time Required to Create a Grant Proposal

(1)

The Elements of a Grant Proposal

(28)

Cover Letter

(1)

The Abstract

(3)

Table of Contents

(2)

Problem or Need Statement

(3)

Goals and Objectives

(2)

Methodology

(5)

Budget

(4)

Evaluation and Dissemination

(4)

Attachments

(3)

Using Statistics to Support Your Project

(2)

Questions to Consider When Finding Statistics for Your Project

(1)

Where to Find Statistics

(1)

Submission Procedure

(8)

Applying for Grants Online

(1)

E-Mail Etiquette

(2)

Applying for Grants through the Mail

(1)

Schedule Your Submissions

(1)

Don't Become a Gadfly

(1)

Proposal List for Nonprofits

(2)

Proposal List for Individuals

(2)

Alternative Forms of Approach

(8)

Letter of Inquiry (LOI)

(4)

The Elements of a Letter of Inquiry

(2)

Sample Letter of Inquiry

(2)

Concept Paper

100

(3)

The Elements of a Concept Paper

100

(1)

Sample Concept Paper

101

(2)

Effective Grant-Writing Techniques

103

(12)

Avoid Jargon

104

(1)

Explain Acronyms

104

(1)

Write Short Sentences

104

(1)

Write Cohesively

105

(1)

Avoid Expressions of Uncertainty

106

(1)

Avoid Using ``the Former''and ``the Latter''

106

(1)

Get Rid of Emotional Language

106

(1)

Avoid Claims of Being the ``Best''

107

(1)

Avoid Tag Questions

107

(1)

Spell, Style, and Grammar Checkers

108

(1)

Don't Disappoint the Reader

108

(1)

Don't Blow Your Own Horn

108

(1)

Be Politically Correct

109

(1)

Avoid Using Modifiers

109

(1)

Using Metaphors to Strengthen Your Argument

109

(1)

Create a Visual Painting with Your Words

110

(1)

Stick to One Tense

110

(1)

Say What You Mean, Get What You Want

111

(1)

Document Your Case

112

(1)

Give Your Grant Proposal the Human Touch

112

(1)

Sample Project Description Using Effective Grant-Writing Techniques

113

(2)

Congratulations! You've Been Awarded a Grant

115

(4)

Using Funds Ethically

116

(1)

Keep Receipts

117

(2)

Starting a Grant-Writing Business

119

(28)

Becoming an Entrepreneur Is an Art, Not a Talent

120

(1)

Are You an Entrepreneur?

120

(1)

It All Begins with an Idea

121

(1)

Ability to Change with the Times

121

(1)

20 Traits of an Entrepreneur

121

(2)

Effective Salesmanship

123

(2)

The 3-D Approach

123

(2)

Start-Up Basics

125

(1)

Develop a Business Plan

125

(1)

Start-Up Funding

125

(2)

Your Own Resources

126

(1)

Bank Loan

126

(1)

Small Business Administration (SBA)

127

(1)

Leasing Companies

127

(1)

Business Structures

127

(2)

Sole Proprietorship

128

(1)

Partnership

128

(1)

Corporation

128

(1)

Registering Your Business Name

129

(1)

Doing Business As (DBA)

129

(1)

Employer Identification Number (EIN)

129

(1)

Business Bank Accounts

130

(1)

Negotiating a Lease

130

(1)

Starting a Homebased Grant-Writing Business

131

(12)

Qualities of a Successful Home Businessperson

131

(1)

Good Reasons to Start a Homebased Grant-Writing Business

132

(2)

Staying Motivated

134

(1)

Addressing Common Fears

134

(1)

The Homebased Business and Positive Self-Esteem

135

(1)

Office Space

136

(3)

Home-Office Technology

139

(2)

Create a Systematic Filing System

141

(2)

Marketing Tips for Less Than $100

143

(4)

Newsletters

144

(1)

Press Releases

144

(1)

Philanthropic Activities

145

(1)

Cultivate Referrals

145

(1)

The Yellow Pages

145

(1)

Create a Web Site

145

(1)

Print Ads

145

(1)

Business Cards

146

(1)

Direct Mail

146

(1)

Working as a Grant Writer

147

(16)

Career Opportunities in Grant Writing

148

(9)

Getting Qualified as a Grant Writer

149

(1)

Getting Started as a Freelancer

150

(1)

Where to Look for Grant-Writing Jobs

151

(5)

Commission-Based Grants

156

(1)

Taking Your Grant-Writing Career to the Next Stop

157

(6)

Offer Grant-Writing Workshops or Courses

157

(5)

Freelance Fundraising Consultant

162

(1)

Resource Centers

162

(1)

Working with Trends in the Industry

163

(10)

Projects That Help Others

164

(1)

Focus Your Idea

165

(1)

Selecting Topics of International Interest

166

(1)

Controversial Topics

166

(1)

Genocide and Warfare Topics

166

(2)

Modern Realism

168

(1)

Six Grant-Writing Myths

168

(5)

Myth 1: If You Craft an Excellent Proposal, It Will Be Funded

169

(1)

Myth 2: There Isn't Any Money Available. The Grant-Writing Well Has Dried Up

170

(1)

Myth 3: The Avalilable Money Goes to Big, Prestigious Institutions, Not to Individuals or Small Nonprofits

170

(1)

Myth 4: Successful Grant Seeking Requires Connections

170

(1)

Myth 5: The Contact Information of Funders Is Usually Secret

171

(1)

Myth 6: Earning a Living as a Grant Writer Is Not Financially Profitable

171

(2)

Tips to Remember

173

(10)

No-Nos for Grant Writers

174

(4)

Don't Work for Organizations that May Be Misusing Public Funds

174

(1)

Don't Handwrite Proposals

175

(1)

Don't Overstate the Need or Problem

175

(1)

Don't Assume the Funder Is an Expert on Your Subject

175

(1)

Don't be Romantic in the Cover Letter

175

(1)

Don't Pest the Funder

175

(1)

Don't Put Down Other Applicants

176

(1)

Don't Linger on One Application

176

(1)

Don't Be in Denial

176

(1)

Don't Use a Cookie-Cutter Approach

177

(1)

Don't Work on Commission

177

(1)

Don't Promise a Winning Proposal

177

(1)

Don't Apply If You Don't Qualify

178

(1)

Don't Submit a Rejected Grant Application without Major Changes

178

(1)

Technical Tips for Grant Writers

178

(5)

Your First Hello Is Important

179

(1)

Adhere to Deadlines

179

(1)

Break Up the Text with Graphs, Charts, and Diagrams

179

(1)

Obtain a Rating Form

179

(1)

Pay Attention to Technical Standards and Details

180

(1)

Define Expected Results

180

(1)

Edit, Edit, Edit

180

(1)

Hire a Proofreader

180

(3)

Appendix A Grant-Writing Resources

183

(8)

Associations

183

(3)

Government Agencies

186

(1)

Useful Web Sites

187

(2)

Books

189

(2)

Appendix B A Brief History of Philanthropy

191

(2)

Glossary

193

(4)

Index

197

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