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Proposal Assessments
See your
organization
through a
new lens.
Step 1:
Initial Research and Documentation Review
First, we study your organization’s mission, vision, history, and current programs.
Understanding your goals and objectives is critical for aligning future grant applications. RTS Consulting Group collects all relevant grant proposals, supporting documents, and previous grant applications from the organization. This includes both successful and unsuccessful applications.
Step 2: SWOT
RTS Consulting Group conducts a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis specifically focused on grant or proposal writing. This involves identifying strengths and weaknesses in your organization’s past grant applications and opportunities and threats in the current funding landscape.
Portfolio Assessment
We categorize and analyze your organization’s past grant or proposal applications based on funding sources, programs, and success rates. This helps identify patterns and trends in past submissions.
Process Evaluation
We examine your organization’s grant writing process from start to finish. This includes assessing who is involved, the timeline, and the tools and resources used in grant or proposal development.
Proposal Content
Each grant proposal is meticulously reviewed for content quality. We assess whether the proposals effectively convey the organization’s mission, objectives, and the specific problem or need the grant aims to address.
Clarity and Coherence
We will evaluate the clarity and coherence of the proposals. This includes examining whether the narrative flows logically and if the language is clear and concise.
Funder Alignment
RTS Consulting Group ensures that each grant proposal aligns with the priorities and criteria of the specific funders. Proposals must address the funders’ interests and goals effectively.
Budget Alignment
Budgets within grant proposals are scrutinized to ensure they are realistic, well-documented, and align with the proposed program or project. Any inconsistencies are addressed.
Step 3: Recommendations
Feedback and Recommendations
RTS Consulting Group provides detailed feedback on each aspect of the grant writing process. This includes specific recommendations for improving content, structure, alignment, and budgeting.
Capacity Assessment
If necessary, we will assess the organization’s capacity for grant writing, including staff skills and available resources. Recommendations for training and capacity building may be provided.
Actionable Plan
Based on the analysis and feedback, we will collaborate to develop an actionable plan for improving future grant writing efforts. This plan outlines steps, responsibilities, and timelines for implementation.
Continuous Support
Ongoing Support: RTS Consulting Group offers ongoing support for organizations through our retainer program which can include further proposal development, training, or periodic reviews to ensure that improvements are sustained.