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Rapid NOFO releases and quick turnaround rates were the focus of this grant year. Four weeks is not enough time for most organizations to gather all the necessary attachments for a funding opportunity that would otherwise be a good fit. Fortunately, you can make the necessary preparations now to meet the majority of the requirements when the NOFO drops.
Create a Grant Readiness Library
• Mission and vision
• Organizational history
• Program descriptions
• Success stories
• Community statistics
• Standard narratives
• Letters of Commitment
Build Community Partnerships
• Meet with key partners.
• Develop MOUs. and Letters of Commitment
• Define partner roles.
• Strengthen collaboration before grants open.
Review Your Strategic Priorities
• Identify emerging community needs.
• Determine which programs to expand.
• Set measurable goals.
• Prepare Your Budget
• Staffing
• Equipment
• Technology
• Evaluation
• Indirect costs
• Sustainability planning
Prepare Your Budget
• Staffing
• Equipment
• Technology
• Evaluation
• Indirect costs
• Sustainability planning
This is a general list for being prepared. Reach out to REA Analytics for a free customized strategy.
