Grant Research/Writing
By Linda OrlandoLesson 3: Writing a Proposal
The Budget
Budget projections include how the project will be managed and implemented. The funding sources will want to know whether the project can be accomplished within the budget. Are projected costs reasonable? Is the budget consistent with the activities the organization intends to conduct. Is the proposal and the accompanying budget sufficient in detail and explanation? Are there any additional funding sources, matching or in-kind revenue?
Revenue:
Fee for Service
Donations
Grant Dollars
Total Revenue
Direct Expenses
Salaries
Benefits
Training
Insurance
Occupancy (Rent, Utilities)
Advertising
Travel
Office supplies
Program supplies
Indirect Expenses
Percent of General & Administrative Expenses (may be based on % of total expenses or full-time equivalents - staffing)
Total Expenses
Net income (loss)