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Your grant proposal idea should: ·       

  • Fit the mission and strategic plan and priorities of the agency

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  • Must match the objectives explicitly in your writing

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  • Must sell your idea using stylistic writing an effective visual imagery

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  • Abide by the polices and instructions of the agency for that funding opportunity

How To:

  • Some grantsmanship tips

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  • Start the process early to allow collaborators and relevant materials to be gathered

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  • Contact the relevant granting agency contact, sometimes referred to as the Program Officer with any questions about the funding mechanism; they want to help

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  • Find colleagues who have served on review boards or have received funding from the agency. They can assist you with determining some of the key elements reviewers seek

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  • Discovering the median level of funding for the agency will allow you to create a budget that falls within the threshold

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  • Find collaborators that enhance your idea by adding expertise to a specific area

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  • Involve others in planning, including staff, community members and other organizations

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  • Involve the community and treat them with respect. Encourage collaboration.

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  • Differentiate yourself by capitalizing on the infrastructure of Johns Hopkins University. Describe how JHU is different from other organizations and is best to accomplish the aims of your proposal.

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  • Stay up to date on relevant research and best practices in your area and organization

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  • Most first-time grant proposals are rejected. Don’t take it personally.

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  • View funding organizations as partners and advocates.

Resources:

https://pdco.med.jhmi.edu/professional-skills/grant-writing/

https://ctei.jhu.edu/programs-and-services/grant-writing

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/fac_development/for-researchers/grant-resources.html

https://www.jhsph.edu/courses/course/32147/2021/180.663.01/grant-writing-i

Art of Grantsmanship

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