Writing Effective Proposals To Government Agencies

Author : Jayme Sokolow
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017-11-20
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1981255303

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Writing Effective Proposals to Government Agencies by Jayme Sokolow Pdf

In the United States today, there are tens of thousands of people working in companies who conceptualize, design, develop, and deliver proposals to government agencies for a living. Regardless of their content, all these proposals have something in common: they are sales documents designed to convince potential customers to award the applicant a contract to provide goods or services.They also have something else in common: because government proposals are text-based documents, they must be written in prose. This is a challenge for several reasons.First, most of us are not good writers. Writing is an art and a skill, and most of our talents lie elsewhere.Second, proposal prose is different from many other kinds of prose. It must be informative, responsive and compliant, and persuasive at the same time, which is always a challenge.And third, your proposal prose must conform to the requirements of the Request for Proposals (RFP). You are not free to write anything you wish. Quite the opposite! You must strictly follow the instructions in the RFP.This eBook is designed for proposal professionals who want to improve their performance and advance their careers by learning how to write more effective proposal prose. Proposal handbooks and manuals focus on the processes of proposal development. This is a vitally important topic, but proposal processes must result in good proposal prose.In this eBook, you will learn the following:* The basic challenges in writing winning proposal prose.* The basic steps in writing winning proposal prose.* How to write with a focus on the customer.* How to develop win themes, identify benefits, and incorporate them into your proposal prose.* How to help reviewers evaluate your proposals by being clear, concise, understandable, and persuasive.* How to tell good stories in proposals.* How to write great Executive Summaries.Writing good proposal prose in a critical ingredient to a successful proposal. Learn how, and you will win more government contracts.

Author : H. Roger Corbett
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 507 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2011-12
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0578088932

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Proposal Writing for Government Contracts by H. Roger Corbett Pdf

Corbett shares what he learned in his 35 years of experience in the competitive proposal field. Starting with the strategic Bid-No Bid decision, all the way through to the post submittal activities, the process of organizing and writing proposals is laid out in clear steps.

Author : Jeremy T. Miner,Kelly C. Ball-Stahl
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2016-05-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9798216118343

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Models of Proposal Planning & Writing by Jeremy T. Miner,Kelly C. Ball-Stahl Pdf

This book is an essential weapon for anyone looking for funding in the extremely competitive grantseeking world. It explains how and why to approach both public and private sponsors with not just information, but persuasion, for the best chance for success. How do you present the right balance of logic, emotion, and relationship-awareness to make a persuasive proposal? What is THE most important thing to do before submitting a proposal to increase your odds for funding success? What portion of the proposal must be stressed even when it has a low point value assigned to it in the reviewer's evaluation form? How can a site visit make or break the fate of a meticulously prepared application? Models of Proposal Planning & Writing: Second Edition answers all these critical questions and more for grantseekers, documenting how to write a proposal that will persuade a sponsor to invest in your projects and organization—and just as importantly, explaining why a properly persuasive application puts forth a seamless argument that stands the test of reason, addresses psychological concerns, and connects your project to the values of the sponsor. The book's comprehensive annotations provide practical information that walks readers step-by-step through a logical, integrated process of planning and writing persuasive proposals.

Author : Carolyn M. Driver Ma,Carolyn M. Driver
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 206 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781452065540

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Guidelines for Writing Successful Grant Proposals for Nonprofit Organizations by Carolyn M. Driver Ma,Carolyn M. Driver Pdf

Jumpstart Your Vision! See the Vision! Believe the vision! Write the Vision! Do the Vision! "Guidelines for Writing Successful Grant Proposals for Nonprofit Organizations" A grant proposal is a written document that discusses a proposed plan of projects or programs that are presented to prospective funders. The book explains how to define the purpose, goals, objectives, vision, and mission statements of the organization. The book also explains how to write a compelling grant proposal that states the real problem with clarity and also how to write a convincing needs statement to persuade funders to invest in your organization. This book is a user-friendly basic grant writing guide. It eliminates intimidation and fears. Practice workbook exercises will help build your confidence. Relax and enjoy the journey. Get motivated and excited! Look forward to writing a successful winning grant proposal. This book is a basic guide for beginner grant proposal writers for non-profit organizations. It includes eighteen chapters that discuss and explains the following topics: . Introduction to writing grant proposals for non-profit organizations . The grant writing preparation process. What you will need . Applying for 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status for nonprofit organizations . State goals and objectives for your project or program . Define your vision, purpose, and mission . How to write a letter of intent to funders . How to write your compelling statement of need . How to establish a relationship with funders . Method component . Evaluation component. Understanding the evaluation criteria for funding . Program development . Capability Statement . Budget component- Sample of cost effective budget . How to develop a grant writing team . Sustainability component. How to maintain funding . Executive summary. Discuss the real problem for funding . How to submit your grant proposal to funders . The funder's decision, How to turn your "No into Yes" . Funding resources. Where to seek funding . Legal documents needed to be considered a nonprofit organization. . This book includes a glossary of terms used by grant writers in the field. . Packaging and delivery of proposal. Timing counts- A checklist is provided Workbook exercises are included in some of the chapters to assist the grant writer with some hands on experience. Some of the major components of a successful grant proposal are to write a grant that has clear goals and objectives as well as a well developed planned program or project that the funder can clearly understand. The funder and the grant seeker interests should match. This guidebook will give the grant writer suggestions, recommendations, and ideas for writing a compelling winning grant proposal to increase chances of getting funding. Get started! Dreams do come true! You can be a winner!! Stay the course! Good luck!!"

Author : Herman R. Holtz
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781468409826

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Government Contracts by Herman R. Holtz Pdf

He who knows and knows that he knows is wise; follow him. -ANCIENT PROVERB During a long career of public service as a government procurement and contracting official, I am still surprised to find big, successful corporations making the same mistakes that neophytes in government contracting mak~. And this is particularly true in the matter of writing proposals, which are the crucial element in most major procurement awards. It's true enough, as many suspect, that the big, well-known company has something of an edge over the smaller, lesser-known company com peting for any given government contract-psychologically, at least: The typical government executives, whether contracting officials or program managers, tend to have a bit more faith in the ability of the large company to carry out the program successfully. All things being equal, then, the big company is more likely to get the nod. However, because the large companies are well aware of that, many tend to become "fat, dumb, and happy"-they try to coast or rest on their laurels. That is, they get careless about making a strong enough case for themselves in writing their proposals. And when they lose, often to smaller companies, they are both puzzled and outraged. They have for gotten that all government procurement is a competition-usually both technical and cost competition-and that the "little guy" can win against the "big guy," if he tries hard enough. And especially if the bigger guy is a bit careless and does not put out his best effort.

Author : Roy Meador
Publisher : Springer
Page : 136 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : WISC:89052262425

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GUIDELINES FOR PREPARING PROPOSALS by Roy Meador Pdf

Revised, updated, and expanded guide helps grant-seekers organize, compile, and write effective proposals. Includes several sample proposals. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Soraya M. Coley,Cynthia A. Scheinberg
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 153 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2016-09-20
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781483376424

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Proposal Writing by Soraya M. Coley,Cynthia A. Scheinberg Pdf

The updated Fifth Edition of the best-selling Proposal Writing: Effective Grantsmanship for Funding offers a fresh, robust presentation of the basics of program design and proposal writing for community services funding. Authors Soraya M. Coley and Cynthia A. Scheinberg help readers develop the knowledge they need to understand community agencies, identify and describe community needs, identify funding sources, develop a viable program evaluation, prepare a simple line-item budget, and write a compelling need statement. The jargon-free, step-by-step presentation makes the book as useful to students in the university classroom as to first-time grant writers in the nonprofit setting.

Author : Jean Wilson Murray
Publisher : Atlantic Publishing Company
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781601382344

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The Complete Guide to Writing Effective and Award Winning Business Proposals by Jean Wilson Murray Pdf

The text covers the three key phases of a business proposal--preparation, writing, and presentation--and includes examples of different types and styles of business proposals, such as sales proposals to clients, letters and memos as business proposals, proposals to government entities, internal proposals to top management, and business plans as a special type of business proposal.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : FEMA
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2024-05-23
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Funding Alternatives for Emergency Medical and Fire Services by Anonim Pdf

Author : Robert J. Sternberg
Publisher : SAGE Publications
Page : 377 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2013-04-11
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781483310404

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Writing Successful Grant Proposals from the Top Down and Bottom Up by Robert J. Sternberg Pdf

This text provides comprehensive advice on how to build a successful grant proposal, from the top down and from the bottom up. Editor Robert J. Sternberg gathers editorial expertise from distinguished members of associations in the Federation of Associations of Behavioral and Brain Sciences, which includes some of the most successful grant applicants and grant givers in the field of brain and behavioral sciences. The chapter authors offer readers practical advice on planning, executing, submitting, and revising grant proposals in order to maximize their chances of success. Exploring both grant writers' and grant providers' perspectives, Writing Successful Grant Proposals from the Top Down and Bottom Up provides valuable insight into general strategies on how to write and submit proposals, as well as detailed information on the various types of proposals needed to reach particular research and teaching goals.

Author : Cheryl Carter New,James Aaron Quick
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2003-06-03
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780471472001

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How to Write a Grant Proposal by Cheryl Carter New,James Aaron Quick Pdf

Step-by-step guidance on how to write effective grants that get the funding you need. Complete with examples of fully-completed proposals, you'll also get an easy-to-use companion website containing guide sheets and templates that can be easily downloaded, customized, and printed. The authors provide examples of completed proposals and numerous case studies to demonstrate how the grant-seeking process typically works. Order your copy today!

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Rural development
ISBN : UIUC:30112048220146

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Rural Health Services Funding by Anonim Pdf

Author : Scott Johnson, MBA, PMP
Publisher : SSRJ LLC
Page : 217 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2022-10-30
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9798987048306

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Your First Government Contract by Scott Johnson, MBA, PMP Pdf

Your First Government Contract introduces the small business entrepreneur or new public sector account executive to the world of government contracting. Scott introduces the reader to what to expect with their first opportunity, the government procurement cycle, industry terminology used, and winning strategies for proposal writing. Starting the book with basic vendor registration, Scott quickly transitions to why some companies succeed in government contracting while others do not, marketing to public agencies, types of government customers, contracting vehicles, how offers are evaluated, and how to beat the competition. Scott's method for crafting a simple winning proposal is described in detail, with applicability for any level of government, and designed for maximum collaboration within your company. Over his 15-year government contracting career, Scott has led sales and proposal writing efforts to secure over $125 million of government contracts, specializing in new and developing government contracting business units.

Author : Bud Porter-Roth
Publisher : Addison-Wesley Professional
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0201775751

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Request for Proposal by Bud Porter-Roth Pdf

Despite its importance as an initial step in the development of major technical projects, the Request for Proposal (RFP) process rarely receives the professional attention it deserves. Used by government agencies and by private corporations to solicit proposals from contractors and vendors, the RFP document is the foundation for a successful project. A clearly written and properly organized RFP clarifies technical goals, communicates administrative and financial expectations, and sets the tone for good communication and a trusting and productive relationship between customer and contractor.

Author : Andrew J. Friedland,Carol L. Folt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 171 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Science
ISBN : 0300081405

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Writing Successful Science Proposals by Andrew J. Friedland,Carol L. Folt Pdf

Writing a successful science proposal can seem intimidating and even baffling. What makes one proposal stand out from the tens of thousands that are submitted each year to government agencies, private corporations and foundations, and academic committees? This authoritative and readable book explains every aspect of proposal writing, from conceiving and designing a project to analyzing data, synthesizing results, and estimating a budget. It is a step-by-step guide to writing an effective and competitive scientific proposal.The book starts with a discussion of the earliest ideas and formulations of a project, then examines the issue of authorship, different granting agency formats, and ways to ensure a strong scientific foundation for a proposal. The book offers advice on selecting a strong title, developing an effective summary, articulating objectives and hypotheses, writing a good introduction, choosing experimental designs and methods, planning for expected and unexpected results, and the ethics of research. Guidance on the final phases of a proposal is also provided -- how to list references, track the progress of the proposal, revise, and resubmit. For any scientist embarking on a thesis or grant application, this book will prove an essential companion.