"You Are 8 Steps Away From a Government Grant"

Grant Application Procedure Guide

Each year, the federal government gives away billions of dollars in funding, as well as assistance and loans. This guide, detailed below, will walk you through all the steps you will need to take in order to apply for federal assistance and gain access to this valuable funding source. The application process does take some effort, requiring applicants to submit a cover letter, proposal, and in some cases additional forms to validate your organization's information. This guide will simplify the application process and help you increase your chances of receiving federal assistance.

    Here are the 8 Steps to a successful Grant Application:

  • 1. Determine the Applicable Program
  • 2. Contact the Agency Offering the Program
  • 3. Additional Documentation
  • 4. Letter of Inquiry
  • 5. Reference Letters
  • 6. Grant Proposal
  • 7. Cover Letter
  • 8. APPLY

You are at Step 1: Determine the Applicable Program

To begin your application process for government assistance, you must first determine the most applicable program for your project requirements. Whether you are searching for financial aid for your business, or advice and technical assistance, there are thousands of programs available to you. Due to the massive number of funding programs offered each year, it can be difficult and time consuming to locate all the information applicable to your project, but it is possible.

The following links provide program listings for most of the current federal grants available:

Each program contains a full description of all the requirements and obligations of the agency and the applicant. This information will help you determine which programs apply the most to your assistance needs. The most important sections that will help you are:

  • Objectives
  • Eligibility requirements
  • Use, and use restrictions
  • Types of assistance

    • Each of these sections details what the grantor agency is looking for in a successful application, and what the agency is willing to give to an applicant. By comparing these sections to your project ideas, you will be able to determine whether you have a potential chance of receiving assistance with each program.

    To find out which funding programs you qualify for, click here.

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