NGO Grants Project Proposal Consultancy Services
Chanakya provides NGO Documentation Consultancy Services to NGOs including Project Proposal Writing to get funding and grants. The main focus of Chanakya consultancy is to make capable to NGO with aptitude to work in social sector. To develop methodology for their capacity building with certain techniques are strategies is main priority work for NGO team members so they can achieve and accomplish targets of their target sector. Chanakya’s experienced and professionals work to give quality support to social activists, social sector professionals and NGO management at the characterised timetable. To plan and prepare Project Proposal to get grants and donation schemes from Government Ministries, Departments, Companies under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Funding Agencies.
Project Proposal is necessary to get Grants and Donation
If you want to get funds and grants from any donor agency, funding agency, Government Ministry, Government Department. Government Authority and Corporate Sector under Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) then it is necessary to prepare Project Proposal and submit to the donor agency or corporate sector or Government Ministry. The Project Proposal for NGO includes few things starting with profile for implementing the organisation which should have the nature of the implementing organisation, the presence of relevant experience from the past, the track record in the community based on the work or experience along with participatory approaches. The details of the organisation are required along with governance, history and funding, the expertise of the staff and membership. Finally, the capacity of the organisation in terms of members and work force. Other than this there are look outs like the problem that the project sets to resolve, the reasons for the project activity, the global and the local importance of the project, the use of the donor’s resources and so on.
The context or the baseline entails the duration, area, background of the project along with the copy of the projected area. The identification of the problem as the project requires along with the assessment and the description of the projected area. There could be a reference that could be taken up. The project objective requires the nature of the project activity, the immediate objectives, the expected deliverables of the project, the proposed activity in sequential order, strategies to develop and achieve the project. Finally, the project plan with plan matrix.
The project strategy includes institutional mapping along with the consultation with key stake holders, the role of recipient as well as partner organisation, relationship with other projects or private sector activity. The technical feasibility requires the description of the technical details and the requirements, experience of similar projects in respect to the identification of the local expertise. The anticipated result addresses the impact on the participant or the beneficiaries which is related to human health, economical, social and other impact. Finally there is evaluation, monitoring, reporting along with budget, visibility and communication strategy.
To get the grant funds from the funding agency is based on the Project Proposal. It is necessary to keep in mind while writing grant proposals, the Project proposal is prepared in such a way that needs to effectively convey to the Grant provider agency that what applicant NGO is proposing fits according to their funding requirements and parameters. So it is to be prepared to achieve a good outcome and that the applicant NGO is suitably qualified social welfare organisation to implement the project.
Project Proposal Writing Expertisation
Chanakya team is expertise consultants to provide perfect consultancy and project proposal writing. Project proposal includes the format and information structure that is to be prepared in such a perfect way to get approval to receive grants. For this NGO, social activists and social venture professionals must take service of Chanakya NGO Consultancy as Chanakya is well experienced in regular project project formation that knows the process to get approval based on the profile of the NGO.
How to get Funding : Have to Prepare the Project Proposal
Many Social Activist, Social Entrepreneurs managing and running NGOs always look that how to get grants, funding and donation to run, manage and expand their social work activities. The solution start from deciding the sector and issue for which you are looking to get grants. Here are the steps to get grants by preparing documents and project proposal reports and submitting to the donor agencies.
- First you have to decide that what are your priority issues and area for that you want funding.
- After deciding the priority issue like environment conservation through plantation or awareness, child development, livelihood improvement of needy people of rural area and women, old age homes, yoga, skill development, education, health, animal welfare, cow shelter homes and other issues of your area, you have to prepare project proposal.
- Chanakya NGO Consultancy is expert with long term experience to prepare project proposal based on the requirement of the area, based on the previous work experience of applicant NGO in that particular issue, based on profile and active status of NGO.
- Grant prospectus document and policy documents referenced in guidelines and according to the parameters of the funding agency and donor company.
- Before submitting project proposal you must understand and identify that for what the agency is providing funding for and why it is being provided.
- In the proposal applicant NGO has to explain the issue as it is concerned with the decided area of funder. It is to be explained clearly that how the proposal will be supportive as per the required parameters mentioned in the guidelines.
- There are certain priority issues on that the corporate sector provide funds. There are some schemes on certain issues of Government departments and ministries of Centre and state Governments. Chanakya Consultancy guides the applicant NGOs in this regard.
- In the proposal it should be clearly mentioned and explained that how the proposal aligns with the requirement. While preparing the proposal our expert consultants focus on this subject.
- In the project proposal evidences are to be argued for the justification. In this regard the information about the condition and situation of the proposed project area are to be explained by providing proof in terms of references.
- The status of of the beneficiaries and users is also cleared by the factual data and information that proves the argument in sound way that there is real need of the project in the proposed area.
Process and Guide to Prepare Project Proposal to get Grants
A project proposal is a necessary document that outlines your NGO’s plan and potential impact. It serves as a bridge between your vision and the donor’s support, making it essential to craft it with clarity and persuasion.
Understanding the Donor
Before you begin, research the donor’s interests, priorities, and guidelines. Tailor your proposal to align with their objectives, increasing the likelihood of funding.
Executive Summary
Start with a strong executive summary that encapsulates the essence of your project. It should include:
- Brief description of the NGO and its mission
- Overview of the project
- Significance of the project and its expected impact
- Funding requirements
Problem Statement
Clearly define the problem your project aims to address. Provide:
- Context and background information
- Data and statistics to illustrate the urgency
- Personal stories or testimonials, if available
Project Goals and Objectives
Outline the general and specific aims of the project:
- Long term goal: The broad, overarching aim
- Objectives: Specific, measurable steps to achieve the goal
Methodology
Explain how you plan to achieve the objectives:
- Strategies and activities: Detailed plan of action
- Timeline: Estimated duration for each activity
- Resources needed: Human, material, and financial
Expected Outcomes
Describe the change you anticipate:
- Short term results: Immediate effects of the project
- Long term impact: How the project will benefit the community in the future
Budget
Provide a detailed budget that outlines:
- Itemised expenses: Breakdown of costs
- Justification: Explanation for each expense
- Funding sources: Potential or confirmed contributors
Monitoring and Evaluation
Detail how you will track progress and measure success:
- Performance indicators: Metrics to assess effectiveness
- Evaluation methods: Techniques to evaluate outcomes
- Reporting: Frequency and format of progress reports
Sustainability
Demonstrate the project’s long term viability:
- Future funding: Plans for securing ongoing support
- Community involvement: Strategies for local engagement
- Scalability: Potential for expansion or replication
Reiterate the importance of the project and the need for funding. End with a call to action, encouraging the donor to support your cause.
Attachments
Include any additional documents that support your proposal:
- Organisation’s profile
- Legal documents
- Letters of support
- Case studies or research
Your Project Proposal is not just a request for funds; it’s a presentation of your NGO’s commitment to making a difference. Make it compelling, clear, and complete to maximise your chances of success
If stakeholders of NGOs want to know that where to start or want to effectively complete it in better way to proceed and looking for associate with consultancy; after checking and knowing the concepts and needs of the project and available resources who can help to write the project application for applicant organisation. So NGO management and stakeholders can contact us and see how we can write the grant proposal in more better and efficient way that will secure the options and increase chances of the expecting funding through the project.