Publisher's Synopsis
If you′re new to proposal writing, this book will give you the skills you need to raise money from grants. Even experienced grantwriters will learn useful, hands–on ideas to improve their odds for success. <BR> Author and activist Andy Robinson describes in plain English just what it takes to win grants for social justice. <BR> <B>You′ll Learn About:</B> <BR> The pros and cons of chasing grants <BR> How grants fit into a complete fundraising program <BR> Using your grant proposal as a community organizing plan <BR> Designing fundable projects <BR> Grants research: how to find the money <BR> Developing relationships with foundation staff <BR> Building your proposal, piece by piece <BR> Grants administration and reporting <BR> The long haul: stamina, persistence, resilience <P> <I>Grassroots Grants </I>includes four complete proposals, plus suggestions from forty foundation staff members who fund groups working for social justice, human rights, and environmental conservation. <P>
