Tracks to Success
Writing a Powerful Grant Proposal
by Cynthia M. Adams
This 13-part series will provide a step-by-step guide for developing a successful grant proposal. The series will introduce the novice grant writer to the necessary components involved in crafting a winning proposal, and will also offer the experienced grant writer some new ideas for approaching this task. This series will also include a variety of sample proposals provided by IdeaEncore. Written by GrantStation's CEO, Cynthia M. Adams, these articles will take you from A to Z in the grant writing process.
Part 1 – Preparing to Write
Part 2 – The Approach
Part 3 – The Introduction
Part 4 – Organizational Description
Part 5 – Statement of Problem or Need
Part 6 – Project or Program Narrative
Part 7 – Goals and Objectives (9.10)
Part 8 – Plan of Action or Work Plan (9.24)
Part 9 – Evaluation and Measurable Outcomes (10.8)
Part 10 – Project or Program Timeline (10.22)
Part 11 – Budget and Budget Narrative/Justification (11.5)
Part 12 – Executive Summary/Project Abstract (11.19)
Part 13 – Attachments and Supplemental Materials (12.3)

