Editor's note: The "Parts of the Proposal" mentioned in this article are defined and discussed in "Speaking the Language of Grant Proposals" in At the Center, volume 5, number 2, Spring/Summer 2004. You can read it by clicking here.A grant proposal is a piece of persuasion. That is, the writer tries...

In applying for grants, it can be a challenge to try to understand the terminology used by foundations and other grantors. Let's demystify some of that language to help you meet the grantor's expectations.What is a Program?The funder will ask you to describe your "program." If you teach prenatal cla...

If your center has already received federal funding, perhaps for an abstinence program, and you are looking for additional dollars, start at the faith-based web site: www.fbci.gov. Also, attend one of the regional conferences on faith-based initiatives. Each state should have an office for faith-bas...