Those places need work. Your narrative should provide the reviewers with every piece of information they need as they read along, so they never have to look backward or forward. The Grants Office will be delighted to read your proposal, of course, but you should also ask a colleague who has not seen it before to review it for you. Budgets Most government agencies put severe constraints on what can be included in your budget, on the maximum amount you can apply for, on indirect costs, etc. Pay attention to the specifications they provide.
Foundations are usually less constrictive.
But for both public and private sources, your budget should clearly and concisely state both where the money is going and where it is coming from. Total Writing a budget on a spreadsheet makes life easier. We use the Tables feature in WordPerfect, since that's the word processor we use, but any spreadsheet will do. The Grants Office can write your budget for you, can help you set it up, or can review your figures. If your budget includes salaries, you must include fringe benefits at the appropriate rate.