Grant Proposal Paper

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Steps to Writing a Grant Proposal University of Phoenix HSM 270 Of the Grant Proposal, the first step is to request for a proposal, and develop a logic model to outline the target population problems, goals, and corrective measures attempting to be met. To receive a grant proposal for the Youth Symphony, there would first need to be an abstract statement. This section of the proposal is the most important because it allows the grantor to become personally connected to the situation and importance for a stable music education for children. The statistics are important to include in the abstract, as well as the problems, goals, and greater outcomes predictions. The next step is to include a table of contents.…show more content…
Following should be a specific aims/background and significance/needs and problem statement. For the Youth Symphony, the aim of the proposal would be based on the reason for developing the programs, which would be to provide funding opportunities for young elementary school aged children needing musical instruction. The aims need to explain the importance of providing the young children with early music opportunity. The specific aim statement needs to sound clear and to the point. For the Youth symphony, a good example would be, “Understanding the importance of our children and future musicianship they may obtain, we know that our funds are currently insufficient to instill early musical development. The programs the children could do to receive funds would show a need for continued funds, and hopefully a better environment for children since the benefits of music education include a greater success in society, school, life, and also in developing intelligence.” The needs and problem statement is explained by Coley and Scheinberg (1990) to provide a useful outline for the write-up of a needs and problem statement is as simple as this, “The needs/problem statement examines what is happening that requires attention, attempts to explain why it is happening, and discusses what currently is being done to address it” The Youth Symphony’s problems are that they don’t have enough funding to provide elementary musical education to their children,…show more content…
To qualify for a grant, it is necessary to participate in at least three touring companies, artists, or exhibitions per year; pay a fee for these activities; and manage local presentations. The organizations must be 2 years old and have one professional staff member. The need for funds is necessary to sponsor the events needed to qualify for a grant. There is currently no group that is available to organize the public exhibitions, and no current funds to provide the supplies, equipment, venue, and staff. The need for funds is great in this case, since the community is built on its love for music and performing arts. To have a successful music career, it is necessary to begin the education early so the children are interested early and show a long term dedication to a
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