This is a primer on application, review, and management of U. S. Department of Education grants. Fundraising - The Philadelphia Education Fund provides short courses on grant writing, the 7 steps for proposal writing, grant writing tips, and lots of links to technology grant sources. This is a great resource. Polaris Grants Central - This site provides basic information in the form of directories, lists, hints and tips, resources, and articles for grant seekers. A Proposal Writing Short Course - Here is the process for planning, researching, outreaching, and cultivation of potential foundation and corporate donors.
Schools can find some grant writing tips, also.
Here is a comprehensive list of programs with descriptions of resources, requirements, and contact information for technology in education. Find applications and technology information related to the Obey-Porter school reform initiative. Here are links to great educational grants, complete with site descriptions. Grant applications are due mid January. Knight Foundation - Grants are offered for programs in education, journalism and the arts, but the best part may be the downloadable sample proposal that grant seekers may use as an example.