B. Verbal and written communication skills. The director will be responsible for conversing with diverse populations, maintaining records, and submitting reports to the funding agency. C. Experience in outreach, recruiting, scheduling, and coordinating group activities. D. Ability to train and supervise project staff. E. Experience in budget management.
Many funding agencies require written budgets submitted on a regular basis.
F. Flexibility 2. Identify your Possible Sources of Funding. Local, regional, and statewide funding sources include service clubs, volunteer groups, or religious congregations. Organizational involvement would compliment project activities. State government agencies, county offices, and private agencies may have funds available through grant competition.