Organizations and individuals supporting your project's efforts write them. A letter of inquiry states your intent to apply for a grant and give a brief ideal of the nature of your planned project. A needs assessment states why your project is needed. A proposal is your written application for grant funds. It explains why the project is needed, who is going to do it and how much it will cost.
Soft money is insecure funding, usually available for a year or less.
The target population is the intended beneficiaries of your project. Components of Your Proposal Be sure to follow the guidelines when putting your proposal together. It helps to research the funding source to make sure your proposal fits into the types of projects they like to fund. Don't add anything to the proposal that funders do not ask for. Review your proposal often from the perspective of the funding agency.