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The budgeting part was a bit difficult but i am working around it to ensure , i am good at it.
@fuhad said in Module 3 Discussion: Proposal Writing:
One of the most challenging moment in writing proposal is making the budget because it take a time for you take think the exact amount the funder might want you to write while making the proposal.
i agree with you
The most challenging part is the abstract, the objective/Goal
1: I wrote a proposal using an actual fund existing within my organization, but since I don't usually read financial statements, it was challenging to locate and comprehend them.
2: I aim to be concise and focus on creating proposals that not only seek funding but also provide mutual benefits for both parties.
For me, the most challenging part during proposal writing is bringing innovative ideas/activities for different projects. This requires me to do a lot of research on similar projects implemented and add my innovations. The best strategy for me is that I ask a lot of questions, do some research and take my time to do some critical thinking.
It was difficult to make a proposal that was both informative and digestable
In the future I will tailor my proposal to the audience. I found a hard time thinking of who I was addressing
For an organization to access funds from donor need to be very conversant with proposal writing.
Good proposal has great chance of being funded, while bad proposal reduces chances of accessing funds from donors.
Good proposal need to clear as on its goal, objective and introduction among other things.
Budget is another part of the proposal since it shows how much is needed and how that funds will be used.
I enjoyed this
Quite insightful
True and very accurate
It is getting the funder attention hence submitting a very brief but intense proposal.. My strategy to sort out this is the come out with an abstract, do the problem statement, write goals and their respective objectives then draw a budget in relation to my deficit.
The most challenging part is conveying the message while being concise and compelling. One strategy that I will use when writing fundraising proposals in the future is utilizing Tom's tip of having multiple versions of our content ready for a variety of funding opportunities. That way, we are ready to move quickly when a new funding opportunity comes around.
I agree, getting attention while remaining concise is very challenging. Good strategy utilizing Tom's framework moving forward.
I agree, proposing innovative ideas can be challenging. This ties in with what Tom said, that many foundations aren't loyal after a few years, as they're looking for the next new thing to support. Staying relevant and innovative may help us retain some of these funders.
The most challenging part is how to fix the problem. This is because there is technical challenge between goals of the organizational and the objective to achieve those goals.
The strategy to use when writing proposal in the future is having a clear goal of the proposal.
true. it is very hard to understand
quite intreresting
The most challengeous point mentionned when writing a proposal for me is about the part 3.
That is right. Fortunately when practicing along of our career it becomes more and more easy
the most challenging part of proposal writing is asking for the funds,
A lot of points to note.
The most challenging part of writing a fundraising proposal was crafting a compelling narrative that effectively communicated the impact of the project while also appealing to the interests and priorities of the potential funder.
Great learning !
I agree, that is my challenge as well. keeping it short and to the point, but having a framework like Tom provided helps a lot.
1: The most challenging part of writing a fundraising proposal for me was balancing bet
ween providing enough detail to make a compelling case for support and keeping the proposal concise and focused. It's important to include all relevant information about the project, its goals, and its impact, but I found it challenging to avoid getting too bogged down in details that might overwhelm the reader or detract from the main message.
2: One strategy I will use when writing fundraising proposals in the future is to start with a clear and compelling narrative that effectively communicates the mission and impact of the organization or project. By focusing on storytelling and highlighting real-life examples of the work being done and the people being helped, I believe I can capture the attention and interest of potential donors more effectively.
TO Reply to another learner:
I agree! Finding the balance between providing enough detail and keeping the proposal concise can be challenging. One strategy that has worked well for me is to use visuals like graphs, charts, or infographics to convey complex information more effectively. Visuals can help break up the text and make the proposal more engaging for the reader. What strategies have you found helpful in your fundraising proposal writing process?
To ensure that my response is very deliberate and reflects the guidelines for the proposal - exactly what they need, not what i think they want to hear
Something challenging is adjusting the budget to the real need, without being clear whether the company that could finance the program will be attracted by a low or high cost proposal.
Clearly determining objectives is a challenging challenge, but field experience helps us to better define them. Let's not be afraid to throw ourselves into the ring
Asking for funds is a latent challenge. But it is essential to show ourselves confident in what we are asking for to create trust in the financiers.
1: What was the most challenging part of writing a fundraising proposal and why?
The most challenging part of writing a fundraising proposal is the why and how.
2: What is one strategy that you will use when writing fundraising proposals in the future?
Evaluate and look to other mentors to help make the proposal better.