A successful grant proposal is well-researched, thoughtfully planned, and concisely written. This course will introduce students to the federal, state, and local sources of funding available for a specific project. Key concepts, including policies and legal aspects of funding will be covered. Students will learn to research, plan, budget and write a strong grant proposal.
The course is intended to be an introduction to grant writing and research.
It is necessary for students to learn the many sources of funding that exist at all levels to promote growth for small businesses, non-profit organizations, large institutions and church ministry. It helps to know foundations that are giving the most, along with their overall purpose, the kinds of Christian organizations they fund, and the kinds of programs that interest them.
This course will help promote honesty and integrity in the grant writing and administration process. Concentration on ethics is essential for those entrusted with the oversight of public funds.
Grant writers and administrators work with a team of people and are sometimes faced with ethical decisions related to the scope of work. Ethics will be discussed, as well as leadership.
Grants provide a unique ministry, that could lead to growth and economic development.
Students will participate in discussions that may take them out of their own cultural comfort zone.
This course will provide a hands-on approach to learning, with practical cases and projects.
Students will research grant awards and funding, including legal aspects.
