Original Article by Candid Learning (cited below)

Summary by Simply the Basics

Writing grants can be both exciting and nerve wracking! Help ensure your team is getting the most of your grant opportunities by reading a brief breakdown from Martin Teitel’s book, “The Ultimate Insider's Guide to Winning Foundation Grants.” In their shortened blog post, Martin goes into detail about these six steps!

1. Target the Right Foundation

2. Mind the LOI

3. Pique the Program Officer (avoid the MEGO)

4. Meet the proposed funder

5. Steward the Relationship

6. Report Results

What do these six steps mean? Read more!

“Trainings in Nonprofit Fundraising, Proposal Writing, Grants.” Candid Learning, 21 Sept. 2016, https://learning.candid.org/resources/blog/a-foundation-ceos-six-step-formula-for-winning-a-grant/.