{"id":17682,"date":"2023-09-05T14:45:27","date_gmt":"2023-09-05T18:45:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grantnews\/?p=17682"},"modified":"2023-09-06T08:56:43","modified_gmt":"2023-09-06T12:56:43","slug":"this-simple-strategy-can-help-you-win-grants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grantnews\/this-simple-strategy-can-help-you-win-grants\/","title":{"rendered":"This Simple Strategy Can Help You Win Grants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you need help winning grants? The first question to ask yourself is: How much time does it take to compile a grant proposal? Do you find yourself usually rushing through the grant process? If so, this could be your problem. Strong applications take time and effort to get right. It can be difficult to write a clear and compelling proposal when you feel rushed. So my advice is to start&nbsp;the process&nbsp;as early as you can.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The amount of time required to compile, write, and submit an application can vary between grants. This may take time away from other important business activities, so you should first&nbsp;establish&nbsp;if the effort is worth the return.&nbsp;Before you start, it is important to make sure you have the time to commit to the grant process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The simple strategy you need to know to help you win grants is<\/strong> <strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">preparation<\/span><\/strong>.<br \/>Below, <a href=\"http:\/\/grantwatch.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GrantWatch<\/a> has listed two tips that help applicants prepare and submit strong grant proposals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br \/>1.<strong> You should&nbsp;work out how long&nbsp;it will take to:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>retrieve and compile relevant business information;<\/li><li>gather supporting evidence required in the right format;<\/li><li>write compelling application content, especially if it&#8217;s a competitive application;<\/li><li>review your application and get approval from all business stakeholders;<\/li><li>move your application content to the grant portal and complete any troubleshooting.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Working out the time it will take&nbsp;to do everything&nbsp;will help you understand when you have to start the process.&nbsp;Each grant will have a&nbsp;date and time that the application will close.&nbsp;You must ensure you can&nbsp;complete your&nbsp;application&nbsp;in&nbsp;time.&nbsp;For most programs, even if you start an application before the close date, funding sources will not accept a late application. Ideally, to save time, your organization should be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grantnews\/when-is-the-best-time-to-be-applying-for-grants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">grant-ready<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br \/>2. <strong>Double-check your proposal. For most grants&nbsp;you\u2019ll&nbsp;need&nbsp;to:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>meet the grant eligibility;<\/li><li>address all the merit criteria;<\/li><li>invest time to write your application;<\/li><li>show you&#8217;ve done your research;<\/li><li>use evidence to&nbsp;support&nbsp;your claims and reference your data;<\/li><li>report on how you&#8217;ll spend&nbsp;the funding.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The process of applying for a grant can vary between each one; however, the main components of the proposal are generally the same. Using a checklist is one of the most efficient ways to make sure you have a strong grant proposal and increase the chances you will win grants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Never underestimate the power of preparation. Although it is a simple process, many people still fail to put enough time into creating a quality proposal. At the end of the day, if you are unable to prove to the funding source that you have the ability to invest the necessary effort into your writing, you will most likely not be awarded the grant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>GrantNews Notes<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em><\/em><em>With close to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/grant-search.php?search=advanced\"><strong>8,000 grants<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;currently available,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.grantwatch.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>GrantWatch.com<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;is the leading grant listing directory. 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