Factor into your schedule time to write multiple drafts, gather relevant and permissible materials, and prepare an impartial critique of your proposal for clarity, substance, and form. There are many ways to organize proposals. Read the guidelines for specifications about required information and how it should be arranged. Sometimes proposal applications require abstracts or summaries, an explanation of budget items, and certifications. Narratives Statement of need - purpose, goals, measurable objectives, and a compelling, logical reason why the proposal should be supported.
Background provides perspective and is often a welcome component.
Approach - method and process of accomplishing goals and objectives, description of intended scope of work with expected outcomes, outline of activities, description of personnel functions with names of key staff and consultants, if possible. Method of evaluation - some require very technical measurements of results. Inquire about expectations. Project timeline - paints a picture of project flow that includes start and end dates, schedule of activities, and projected outcomes. Should be detailed enough to include staff selection and start dates.