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fully. Take time to make certain that the organization is eligible to apply for the funds, that the target population in the RFP matches the target population you want to serve, and that the timeline is acceptable and doable. Get out your highlighter and mark the important informa‐ tion. The grant writer is responsible to know the details of the RFP down to the nitty-gritty of font size and spac‐ ing. Read and reread this document until you feel con�‐ dent that you could explain it to another and follow its directions in detail.

KEY POINTS FOR CHAPTER 1

Grant writing is an established and rewarding ca‐ reer path for those who seek to contribute to and improve society. Agencies use di�erent types of funding such as grants and contracts to �nance projects. E�ective grant writers exercise �exibility while working with sponsors and developing proposals. They listen to ideas, learn the required jargon, and create in concert with others. They are attuned to and engage recipients in program design.

CHAPTER 1 ACTIVITIES

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