Right Sizing Grant Applications

Have you ever spent way too long on something?

My mind goes to a meal I spent hours preparing, that received a lackluster reception from the family. "It's okay..." they say as they push it around the plate with their forks. Sometimes, the easy, quick, healthy meals are better than the elaborate homemade ones. You have know your audience!

Having spent time in philanthropy as well as assisting nonprofits with grant writing, I see the tension in right sizing grant requests. How much information is necessary and how much is too much?

Both philanthropists and nonprofits have their own strategic goals, and are responsible for stewarding their resources well:

• Philanthropy exists to serve nonprofits, and the public, through grantmaking and direct charitable activities.

• Nonprofits exist to serve the general public through programs and services.

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