Key Elements of a Proposal.pdf
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This document provides guidance on key elements to include in a federal grant proposal, such as an SF-424 application cover sheet, proposal summary, introduction to the applicant organization, problem statement, objectives, evaluation plan, budget, program methods and design, and plans for future funding or sustainability.
The related federal grant opportunity is solicitation number S-PM070-24-GR-501 from the US Department of State to strengthen civil society engagement in Panama. Funding will be provided under the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Grant Programs, including the Energy and Climate Partnership for the Americas. The solicitation provides guidance on developing a competitive proposal for this funding opportunity to support programs in Panama.
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KEY ELEMENTS OF A PROPOSAL
SF-424 APPLICATION COVER SHEET
Required cover sheet for pre-applications and applications for Federal grants.
PROPOSAL SUMMARY
A brief narrative that outlines the proposed project. Should communicate the objectives of the project and explain the influence of the project both during and after the project period.
INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIZATION
Provides a description of the past and present operations of the applicant's organization. May include a brief biography of board members and key staff, in addition to the organization's goals, procedures to ensure compliance with 2 CFR
Part 200, philosophy, track record with other grantors, and any success stories.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
The problem statement provides a clear, concise, and well-supported statement of the problem to be addressed.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
Specific activities related to the project’s goals that must be reached and the methods used to achieve the stated objectives. If the proposal is funded, the stated objectives will probably be used to evaluate program progress.
PROJECT EVALUATION
How the applicant will evaluate the effectiveness of its program design. It also measures the results attributable to the project to the extent that the objectives have been satisfied.
PROPOSAL BUDGET (SF-424A)
The SF-424A provides the major budget categories. A well-prepared budget justifies all expenses and is consistent with the proposal narrative. Some areas in need of an evaluation for consistency are:
o Salaries o New Staff o Equipment Purchase o Indirect Cost o Matching or Cost Sharing
PROGRAM METHODS AND DESIGN
How the project is expected to work and solve the stated problem. It may include the following:
o Activities to occur as well as the related resources and staff needed to operate the project o A flow chart of the project's organizational features o What will be achieved (i.e., a plan for measurable results, inputs/outputs) o A diagram of the program design o A justification of the course of action to be taken o The remaining alternatives available when funding has been exhausted o Highlights of innovative features which could be considered distinct from other proposals
FUTURE FUNDING OR SUSTAINABILITY
Plan for continuing beyond the award performance period and/or the availability of other resources necessary to implement the award. Maintenance and future program funding may be discussed if the program is for construction activity. For overseas proposals, future funding and sustainability may not apply in all circumstances.
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