Gain a comprehensive understanding of the grants process and how you can use grants to fund your endeavors. This hands-on course will guide you through the entire process of writing a funding proposal. Practice writing problem statements and objectives; receive feedback on your writing; work effectively in group discussions; and learn how to construct a grant budget. Topics include “big-picture” program design; the research process for finding the right grant funders for a project; components of an effective grant proposal; and strategies for organizing the complete package. Discover the resources you need to help your organization with its own grant writing. Learning Objectives:

• Students should be able to write effectively for multiple purposes and audiences required by a nonprofit organization (NPO)
• Comprehend the entire grant proposal writing process, including project/program management, financial projections and program evaluation
• Identify roles and expectations of a funding agency, foundation or giving institution
• Understand very basic NPO management systems and constraints
• Develop effective research strategies, data collection, and invention
• Understand basic principles of layout and visual communication design for proposals

• UC San Diego full-time matriculated students
• UC San Diego faculty and their spouse or domestic partner (this includes post-doctoral appointments)
• UC San Diego career status staff and their spouse or domestic partner (casual or contract employees are not eligible)
• UC alumni
• Osher Lifelong Learning Institute members
• Chancellor’s Associate members
• UC San Diego Alumni Association members