Develop Grants Program Policies
A grant award is a contract. Just as you have rental contracts for your office and work contracts with your external partners, a grant award involves an agreement that requires a well-developed process. Thus, you need to have policies for seeking and managing awards that you follow consistently.
For example, who in your organization needs to approve a proposal before it is submitted? At what amount does the proposal require board approval? What kinds of gifts will you accept or not accept? These are questions you need to answer even if you are only receiving a few grants. This section will guide you through putting the fundamental pieces in place so that your grants program is successful.
Clearly defined policies will ensure that your grants program has integrity. These policies will:
- provide a solid foundation for the submission, receipt, and management of grants;
- articulate the areas of involvement and approval; and
- ensure transparency and clarity.
Tips for Development
The policies do not have to be lengthy or complicated. If you are a small organization getting local support, you might...
