In this training, participants will learn to thoroughly and strategically read grant Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to determine whether there is a good fit between the grant opportunity and your organization or program. We’ll cover how to analyze the key sections of an RFP, including the funder's priorities and interests, award information, eligibility criteria, application requirements, and evaluation criteria. Participants will learn how to extract crucial details, understand how to interpret application questions by reading “between the lines,” and create a proposal strategy that sets your application up for success.
Learning Objectives
Understand how to systematically analyze all sections of an RFP, including funder priorities, award details, eligibility criteria, requirements, and evaluation criteria.
Assess the fit and alignment between a grant opportunity and an organization's priorities and capabilities.
Identify key details and interpret subtle meanings in RFP questions and criteria.
Develop strategies for crafting effective proposals based on the content of an RFP.