TITLE : Proposal Writing 201: Advanced tools for getting your project funded
CITY : San Francisco , CA
DATE : Tuesday, July 10, 2012
TIME : 8:30 AM-12:00 PM
PRICE : $ 110.00
Proposal Writing 201: Advanced tools for getting your project funded
 

Even when you understand the principles of effective proposal writing, it can still be challenging to understand why a certain proposal stands out above the others. In this session, we will take you on a tour of three winners so that you can learn what makes a proposal truly fundable:

The seminar will provide an advanced analysis of tone, writing style and format, and includes a discussion of the following topics:
  • Building the case for support: how to make a favorable impression from the outset
  • Sustainability: giving funders the comfort they need that you will be around after they leave
  • Testimonials: using the power of stories to create a strong impression
  • Project outcomes: describing outcomes in a way that the funder can immediately understand them
  • Project budgets: avoiding the pitfalls that bedevil this section of the proposal
  • Sources of support: what is the funder looking for here, and what if you don't have them?
If you are seeking to identify the essential ingredients for creating a winning proposal, this advanced seminar is not to be missed.  The seminar is intended for Executive Directors, Directors of Development, proposal writers and anyone involved in writing proposals for nonprofit organizations.

Speakers for this session:

Kelley Gulley
President
KDG Enterprises

Kelley has been involved in proposal writing for 25 years. In her current position as a consultant, she is responsible for developing and maintaining funder relations, researching opportunities for funding, writing proposals and managing all grantsmanship activities. Previously, as President & CEO at National Community Development Institute, Kelley was responsible for writing proposals to secure and maintain funding for national and local foundation-led initiatives. Before that, she worked as President & CEO at the Indianapolis Private Industry Council where she was responsible for writing and securing federal grants from the Department of Labor, HUD and HHS to support workforce initiatives. Kelley currently serves as an active member of Trinity House Academy (Chair); Skillman Foundation 2016 Task Force; UWBA Regional Sparkpoint Advisory Committee; World Conquerors Church Vision in Action Team (Co-Chair); CDC Bay Area Health Equity Advisory Group; and Alliance for Nonprofit Management Governance Committee and People of Color Affinity Group. She earned her Bachelors of Science in Pre-Med/Zoology from Ohio University and an MBA in Management from University of Phoenix, San Jose Campus. She is a member of the Alliance for Nonprofit Management and Board Source.

Kristine Leja
Senior Director of Development
Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco

Kristine has been involved in proposal writing for ten years. In her current position, she is responsible for generating nearly $4 million in revenue from corporations, foundations, and individuals. This includes writing grant proposals and reports, budgets, and cultivation activites. Prior to joining Habitat, Kristine served as Director of Development at Edgewood Center for Children and Families, where she was responsible for securing over $1 million annually in grant funding both programmatic and general support. Kristine earned her B.A. in Liberal Arts and Sciences with a concentration in English from the University of Illinois and an M.F.A. in Creative Writing, concentration poetry from San Francisco State University.

Lynn Schuette
Grants & Contracts Officer
CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse)

Lynn has been involved in proposal writing for 22 years. In her current position, she is responsible for managing the agency's grants and contracts and developing new funding opportunities. This includes all phases of proposal development, from researching funding prospects, collaborating with program staff in developing outcomes, writing grants and proposals, and being the conduit between program staff and funders. Before that, she worked as Director of Fund and Program Development at the Urban Services YMCA where she raised funds to support Urban Services YMCA programs for children, youth and families. This included writing grant proposals to corporations, foundations and government agencies and developing relationships between her organization and various city, county and state agencies. She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English from UC Berkeley.

 

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