Welcome to Day 11 of the 30-Day Grant Readiness Challenge!
Yesterday, we discussed how to handle tricky “unsolicited proposals not accepted” funders. Today, we focus on the internal side of things: How do you share your research results with your grant team effectively?
If you send a 50-page pdf to your Executive Director and ask, “Should we apply?” you will likely be met with silence. To be grant-ready, you need an efficient way to summarize and vet opportunities.
How to Present Grant Research to Your Grant Team
To facilitate quick decision-making, provide a “Grant Snapshot” for every new opportunity. Ensure that your summary includes:
- Alignment: Why does this fit our current strategic plan?
- The “Ask”: What is the average award amount, and how can the funds be used (general operating support vs. a program)?
- Capacity: What major attachments are required, and do we have the data ready to go?
- Timeline: When is the deadline, and when would the funds be awarded?
Today’s Challenge: Audit Your Sharing Method
Review how you currently share opportunities. Through a shared spreadsheet? An email template? Or a Slack channel? Pick one method today and refine it to highlight the summary points above, enabling an efficient team “Go/No-Go” decision.
✅ Funder Name,
✅ Deadline,
✅ Max Award,
✅ Effort Level (1-5),
✅ Strategic Alignment]
Strengthen Your Grant Team
Use these resources to streamline your internal communication:
- Read: “Grant Writing Isn’t a Solo Sport” blog series
- Re-Assess: Is your team’s communication slowing you down? Find out with the GRASP Tool.
Join the Discussion
We want to hear from you! What is your preferred way to share new grant leads with your colleagues? Are you an “email summary” person or do you prefer a shared tracking sheet?
Leave a note in the comments below and share your communication secrets with us!