Grant Life Cycle: Submit Your Proposal

Written by Allison Boyd

Jan 13, 2021

January 13, 2021

GRANT APPLICATION SUBMISSION CHECKLIST

  • Fully edited, proofread, and finalized version of the proposal narrative
  • Current annual operating budget and, if appropriate, the program budget
    • budgets should reflect BOTH revenue and expenses for the organization/program
  • Letter(s) of support
    • ensure they are signed!
  • 501(c)(3) tax determination letter from the Internal Revenue Service
  • Most recent financial statements (audited preferred)
  • Copy of the most recent Form 990 filed with the IRS
  • List and brief biography of current Board of Directors
  • List and brief biography of key staff
  • List and descriptions of relevant partners and existing funders
  • Other pertinent supplemental documents (brochures, newsletters, etc.) if requested/relevant

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