Grant Development 101
From conceptualization to the final submission, the following steps will help you develop a strong grant proposal.
STEP 1: Develop Your Concept
What are you trying to achieve? Who is your target audience? How much money do you need to implement your project or idea? Developing a solid concept will allow you to clearly convey your needs and goals to a prospective funder.
STEP 2: Identify a Grant Opportunity
Review the guidelines to determine an organization’s funding priorities, timeline and reporting requirements. Search our Grant Database for funding opportunities.
STEP 3: Complete an Intent to Submit a Grant Application Form
Found a grant? Complete our online form.
STEP 4: Grant Proposal Development
Now it's time to develop your grant proposal! Use the following tools to help you complete your application: Concept Development, Proposal Outline Builder, and How to Develop a Logic Model.
STEP 5: Review and Submission
Ask colleagues, administrative staff and the Office of Innovation and Development to review your draft proposal. Contact us through to ask for a review.
STEP 6: Grant Award
You won the award! Complete the to register the grant and begin the process of accepting and receiving your award.
Searchable Grant Database
Explore our Grant Database and search for current school and non-profit grant opportunities. The database is updated continuously, so check back often for new opportunities.
С»ÆѼµ¼º½ ISD Frequently Requested Documents
Use the resources below to help you complete your grant application.
С»ÆѼµ¼º½ ISD Board of Trustees
С»ÆѼµ¼º½ ISD Tax-Exempt Letter
С»ÆѼµ¼º½ ISD At-A-Glance
С»ÆѼµ¼º½ ISD Audit Reports
С»ÆѼµ¼º½ ISD Adoption Budget Summary
С»ÆѼµ¼º½ Ed Fund 501(c)(3) Letter of Determination*
*If your funding source requires a recipient to be a 501(c)(3) organization, please contact our team through for more questions or support.
Tips For Success
Keep in mind the following principles of successful grant writing while preparing your proposal:
- Review the common grant components
- Use a proposal outline builder
- Focus on the needs of your school and students
- Keep your language precise
- Establish that a critical need exists
- Be honest and realistic
- Keep it simple and compelling