Focus On: Grants
There’s more to getting a grant than just asking for money. The secret is to present a well-constructed case for support. Here, 10 things to avoid along the way.
For example, it’s unwise for a “miscellaneous” line item to equal, say, 30 percent of the budget total, unless you include a thorough explanation as to what’s included in that “miscellaneous” category. As a general guideline, think about including an explanatory note when any single line item equals or exceeds 5 percent of the budget total.
- People:
- Cheryl A. Clarke
- Susan P. Fox
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