OUTLINE FOR SUBMITTING GENERAL OPERATING & PROJECT PROPOSALS

1. Summary

One to two paragraph summary of the major points of the proposal

 

2. Introduction

Describe overall organization: who are you and what to do you do
Mission
History
Goals & accomplishments of the organization
What makes the organization unique
What make the organization credible

 

3. Assessment of Need

Why are you seeking funding
What need does your organization/programs/special project address
Specific project? Describe it here
How do you know that your programs/specific project will address the stated need Support your assessments with evidence such as statistics, research studies, needs assessments, etc

 

4. Objectives

Indicate specific objectives and measurable outcomes your organization hopes to achieve over the next 12 months
Describe your action plan for accomplishing these objectives
For specific programs/projects indicate the problem-related outcomes to be achieved and describe population and geographic area served. These outcomes need to be specific, measurable, and time limited
What is the anticipated impact of meeting these objectives

 

5. Strategy

How do you intend to accomplish your stated objectives
Discuss your approach/method and how it relates to the needs and objectives you have set forth

 

6. Evaluation

How will you know that your organization is achieving the stated objectives
Your evaluation should include: qualitative information [anecdotal information about people and situations]; and quantitative information [statistics]; and examination of the approach used

 

7. Budget

Include a detailed budget following the format included with the Grant Application
Show how funding from PCHF will be used
Show dollar support from other funding sources and in-kind support
Include a brief budget narrative if there are items that you believe require explanation

 

8. Future Funding

Note other possible and realistic funding sources
How do you intend to continue funding the organization/project in upcoming years
Future funding may include: fees, contracts, grants, special events, etc. For special projects and programs include a detailed project budget noting current funding sources and describe your strategy for the on-going funding of the program/project

 

Exclusive of required attachments, proposals need not be longer than 4 – 6 pages. Should you have questions, feel free to call or e-mail the Foundation office: 610-917-9890 or pchf1@pchf1.org.