Grant Seekers Toolkit Step 4: Approach a Foundation
There are four principal ways to begin a conversation with a foundation regarding the possibility of a grant.
Grant Seekers Toolkit Step 5: Write the Proposal Narrative
So, you've gathered information about the project you want to propose to a foundation, you've researched the foundation, and you've determined that there is a reasonable fit.
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Qualified Charitable Distribution Marketing Samples
Connect the right donors to the option to make Qualified Charitable Distributions using these sample letters, emails, and on-air promotional copy.
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Qualified Charitable Distribution Tools & Templates
Make annual donations easier via IRA Qualified Charitable Distributions with these tools, links, and templates, including sample on-air, mail, and email copy.
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Bequest Brochure Copy Template
Use this template to create your stations Legacy Giving brochure.
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WGBH On-Air Underwriting Promos/Testimonials
Examples of how WGBH use underwriting testimonials on-air.
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Value Added
Value Added refers to any additional perks or benefits you offer a prospect to sweeten your proposal—beyond the obvious on-air spots.
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A Practical Guide to Sales Rep Compensation
Explore the different types of compensation plans offered to corporate support salespeople and manager and see pros and cons for each commission structure.
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Understanding Challenge Grants
A challenge grant is a charitable contribution that provides monies in response to monies from other sources, usually according to a formula. A challenge grant may, for example, offer two dollars for every one that is obtained from a fund drive.