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Grant Proposals (Or Give Me the Money!)

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To an outsider, it may seem like college research programs have a lot of money, but there's a lot of work that goes on behind the scenes to secure the funds. A handout on grant proposals, part of a series on specific writing assignments, outlines the process for applying for a grant. It even includes a sample budget, project timeline, and diagram showing the grant writing process.

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CCSS: Adaptable
Instructional Ideas
  • Conduct a search for grants using either a government grants site or searching for corporate opportunities related to cause, then choose one and look at the requirements
  • Offer a make-believe grant for $100,000 and give scholars a chance to write a proposal to try and win the money
Classroom Considerations
  • Focuses mostly on research grants, although information may also apply to grants for special programs
Pros
  • Includes links to specific grant sources for students
  • Asks key questions to consider when writing a grant proposal
Cons
  • Focuses more on resources for UNC students than generic resources
Common Core