Grant Readiness Resources & Checklists for Nonprofits

Is your organization truly ready to apply for and win grant funding?

Grant readiness is more than just having a “good idea.” It is a state of organizational preparation that ensures you can meet the rigorous documentation, financial, and programmatic requirements of foundations and government agencies.

Our team of credentialed grant professionals has compiled this library of grant readiness tools, checklists, and guides to help you identify gaps in your capacity and build a stronger foundation for funding success.

Essential Grant Readiness Assessments

Before you write your next proposal, use these tools to evaluate your standing and build your internal capacity.

GRASP Tool (Grant Readiness Assessment) Our signature tool to help you objectively measure your organization’s readiness across key indicators.
30-Day Grant Readiness Challenge A step-by-step program designed to take your nonprofit from “unprepared” to “proposal-ready” in just one month.
Grant Readiness Guide A comprehensive manual covering the “Why” and “How” of organizational readiness, including tips on building a grant team.

Foundational Readiness Toolkits

A ready organization has its “house in order.” These resources help you prepare the core components every funder looks for.

[FREE] SMART Objectives Toolkit Funders want measurable impact. Use this toolkit to ensure your program goals meet the SMART criteria before you apply.
[FREE] Grant-Writing Style Guide Establish a unified organizational voice. Readiness means having a consistent brand and message across all applications.
[FREE] Logic Model Guidebook Don’t wait for a deadline to build your logic model. Use this guide to map out your program’s inputs, outputs, and outcomes ahead of time.

Preparing for the Full Grant Life Cycle

Readiness doesn’t end with the submission. It includes being ready to research, review, and report.

[FREE] Grant Research Guide & Calendar Readiness is being proactive, not reactive. Use our templates to build a sustainable grant calendar.
[FREE] Mock Review Toolkit The ultimate test of readiness. Use this kit to put your draft through a simulated review process before the funder sees it.
[FREE] Grant Stewardship Success Checklist Are you ready to manage the money once you win? This checklist ensures your post-award processes are as strong as your pre-award ones.

Training & Webinars

Webinar Resources

Deepen your team’s expertise with our on-demand and live educational resources.

Need a Professional Readiness Audit?

Sometimes an outside eye is the best way to spot opportunities for growth. DH Leonard Consulting offers full-service Grant Readiness Audits to help your team streamline its efforts and maximize ROI.