Capacity+ provides outstanding Program Design and Grant Writing Services
Writing Winning Proposals
Capacity+ has experience writing winning proposals for small, medium and large organization – spanning from a thousand dollars to multi-million-dollar programs. Our range of expertise encompasses grant & proposal writing for non-profits (small-to-large), educational institutions, and for-profit entities (i.e., private sector contracts).
Our expertise indicates there are a few key elements to successful proposals and grant applications.
- First, know your organization’s goals, resources, strengths and weaknesses;
- Second, thoroughly research and understand the funder’s mission, goals and funding priorities; when possible, make successful personal contact with potential funder prior to any funding submission;
- Third, carefully read, understand and respond to the funding opportunity’s stated requirements; understand how your organization fits with the funder's priorities and be prepared to address all components of request;
- Fourth, work with your organization’s entire team to discuss and develop a solid Project Design plan prior to beginning writing of a grant or proposal;
- Over the course of a proposal’s writing, regularly scheduled team meetings are vital. During these meetings, Capacity+ encourages active discussion and feedback among all team members.
These steps will help your organization achieve higher rates of success with funding applications. They will also make the process more efficient, utilizing less time and precious organizational resources.
Build Your Proposal Writing Capacity
Capacity+ believes strongly in helping non-profits build their internal proposal writing capacity. By working as teams, soliciting input from multiple individuals within the organization, and involving team members in the design, development and writing stages, organizations are able to build internal capacity, expand the skills of their employees, and create a large group of individuals knowledgeable about, and capable of, leading successful proposal writing efforts in the future.
When working with your organization to develop and/or write a proposal, Capacity+ works closely with your organization to talk through ideas, review plans, policies and other available information. We believe it essential to take this time upfront to thoroughly understand your organization, its goals, strengths, weaknesses and opportunities. Typically, Capacity+ will conduct an organizational assessment early on. This allows us to gather information and understand your organization in relation to each of the required project elements. Using this assessment, Capacity+ will identify areas in need of further information, development or guidance. If Capacity+ is the proposal writer, we will schedule regular meetings (at least weekly) with key individuals to solicit information, ask questions, discuss ideas and share progress.
Capacity+ offers a full-range of proposal/grant writing service options. Specifically, we will:
- Work closely and collaboratively with your internal team to design, develop and write the proposal (significant involvement and input from your organization is essential)
- Focus on specific component(s) of funding requests and work with your team to develop and write discreet components, e.g., M&E, matching fund plan, management plan, etc.
- Serve as a coach to your proposal team, guiding them through the process of project design, information gathering, strategy, and writing.
- Act as a resource in determining the best proposal / grant opportunities for your organization to pursue and assist in developing strategies for winning proposals
Where Do You Want to Be?
We encourage our clients to consider not only where your organization is now and what it wishes to accomplish with a particular funding opportunity but also to think and dream big about the future. Capacity+ wants the non-profit organizations we work with to accomplish its mission while also striving for ever greater impact and results. We believe we are all stronger working together. By assisting your organization with grant & proposal writing to pursue winning funding opportunities and building your internal capacity in the process, long-term impact and sustainability are realized. Helping your organization secure funding means your critical work continues.
Our Story
At Capacity+, our story began with a passion for helping organizations succeed. Our founders saw a need for personalized, results-driven consulting services, and set out to create a company that would meet that need. Today, we continue to uphold that same passion and commitment to excellence.
Our Services
We offer a variety of consulting services at Capacity+, including grant writing, coaching, professional development, and training. Our team is made up of experts in each of these areas, and we work together to provide our clients with comprehensive solutions that meet their unique needs.