grant writing tool kit linda jones the eighth floor
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Getting Started• Please turn off microphones to avoid feedback.• Please use the Text chat window to post
comments and questions at any point.• It’s ok to “talk.” • Use the link in the upper right corner to
“maximize” your screen for a larger view.• Ask me if I am recording???
In this lesson learn about:
• Researching your school profile to know what grants you are eligible for
• Prepping the profile of grant leaders• Using the GetEdFunding.com database to
search on grants that fit your school and your student population
Demographics
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Demographics• Student population• Data showing need for this project• Photos of reality that needs to be changed• Other unique information about your school.
Resume, Biography or Curriculum Vita (CV)
• You will be asked for ONE of these items• Show information pertinent to this grant topic
o Biography o Resumeo Curriculum vitae
• Share with colleagues and revise
Email Subscriptions• Biweekly personalized automatic updates• Monthly GetEdFunding Connections e-
newsletters• Periodic alerts to upcoming grant-related
webinars and resources.
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Keep in mind• Is your school or program eligible?• Know what must do/ can do/ cannot do• Know maximum $ amount: Don’t exceed it!• Need matching funds?
o Need letters of support?o Sample rules:
• Cannot pay for food or alcohol• Must allocate 10% for evaluation• Cannot exceed state per diem• Cannot use funds for capital improvements