Sample of Grant Proposal For HIV

This sample grant proposal for HIV is used to illustrate one approach to writing a proposal for grant funds. Usually grant proposals are accompanied at least by a cover letter which summarizes and gives light to the proposal.

Project Abstract

SAMPLE QUESTIONS

Project Abstracts should have a concise summary of the project in one page or less. It should include the need for the project, the population it will serve, a brief description of the project and its goals and objectives. The abstract should have information about the applicant's background and qualifications. Include the amount of funding being sought. Mention how the program will be evaluated to measure the success of the programs. Write the abstract last. Funders may request something specific for each abstract, so always check Funders' guidelines

Example: Grant College in Grantville, GA is seeking a grant to expand our HIV awareness program for the purpose of helping all students of the college, and in particular the over 500 at risk students. The objective is to create a peer support group and center, with phones and staff, to not only raise awareness about HIV, but to also provide the support out students need to help fight it. Our program has been tested on a small scale, with great success, and we'd like to roll it out to more students. Funds equaling 9,200 is requested for additional staff, training and computers for the new center.

Statement of Need

The statement of need should describe the problem that the project will attempt to address. Describe the population that will be served.

Example: Grant College's student population of 15,000 has at least 500 at risk students between the ages of 16 and 25. It is imperative to reach every at risk students, and preferably the entire student body, with the risks of HIV and AIDS. Once armed with the information, they will need a support system to help answer questions along the way to provide support in challenging situations.

Program Description

Describe the project or program and provide information on how it will be implemented. Include information on what will be accomplished and the desired outcome. Example: This project will enable at risk students to improve their decision making skills through education and peer support. The students will be challenged regularly and need a safe place to learn about the issues, ask questions, and receive support.

Additional Information

Information regarding technology to be used or anything else that might be relevant can be included here.

Goals & Objectives

Describe the project objectives in measurable terms that address the needs of the target population

Example: The goal of this effort is to raise awareness of HIV, to enable the targeted students to make informed decisions, to provide a safe place for students to ask questions and to reach out, and to provide a support system for students when they need it.

1) Yearly assessments of students with HIV
2) Monitor number of peer support students helping students

Timeline

Outline realistic expectations about the installation of equipment, hiring and training of staff, etc.

Example:

Submit Grant Proposal: Spring, 2009

Expected Grant Notification: Summer, 2009

Purchase Computers, start training, hire peer support team: Fall, 2009

Renovate Support Center and install phones: Winter, 2009

Sample of Grant Proposal For HIV

SAMPLE QUESTIONS