Web Based Course

Brief Overview:

For grant writers who have access to the Internet as you clearly do, we are pleased to present a unique interactive on-line grant writing class where you produce a real or hypothetical grant proposal. This course takes you step by step from idea generation to the finished proposal. Each assignment will be critiqued by our staff and you can incorporate our suggestions in your final product.

From novice to expert, grant writers will learn the ins and outs of successful grant writing and how to find funding. Our open enrollment policy lets you work at your own pace. There are special features like 24 hour e-mail to the instructor, "Around the Watercooler" chat room, and other features including six months of free follow-up on proposals generated in the class. The following is a list of topics covered in the course:

Module One: Getting ready to write, diagnosing the skills, abilities and resources of each student. Conducting a needs assessment and developing fundable idea (s). Developing preliminary templates and introducing the resource package.

Module Two: Modern research techniques. Finding, connecting and understanding sources--federal, state, local foundation, corporation, and individuals.

Module Three: Part one of writing the grant, including stating the problem, developing a method, creating a timetable and work plan.

Module Four: Part two of writing the grant, including refining a timetable and work plan, staffing, evaluation, and final products.

Module Five: Building a budget, creating a model spending plan, sub-contracting, determination of indirect, overhead, and administrative charges.

Module Six: Finishing touches, packaging the proposal, lobbying the funding source, proposal modifications and augmentations.

 

The Process:

Sign up for this course by completing the online order form, and then complete and send the student information form . You will receive in the mail the textbook for the course, FINDING FUNDING: The Comprehensive Guide to Grant Writing, the accompanying CD, and the password for Module 1: Needs Assessment and Templates.

Each module is password protected so that students can learn at their own pace. After the student has gone through the module and submitted his or her homework (via e-mail and attachments), the faculty of GRANTS ONLINE will review the work and return it with helpful comments and suggestions, along with the password to the next module.

At the End of The Course . . .

• You will have a completed proposal, ready for submission.
• You will have developed essential skills in researching, writing and organizing.
• You will own a valuable set of resource materials to guide you in your next search for funding.
• You will have gained new insight and understanding of the grant writing process, and what it takes to get a project funded!
  
  

What Do I Do Now?

If you are interested in joining us in this practical and interactive educational journey, please see our student information form or sign up today by enrolling at our online store.

If you have further questions, please contact us.