Grant Writing

Catalog description

This course will prepare students to seek funding to accomplish planning and development goals in various contexts. Students will investigate theoretical and practical considerations for designing effective proposals grounded in community, history, needs, and vision. Course content will draw from principals of planning, social science, and business, as well as English language fundamentals. Assignments will include creation of abstracts, proposals, technical reports, and program evaluations with outcomes aligned to community and economic development. By the end of this course, students will develop an understanding of all major components of grant writing and will be prepared to seek and secure granny awards from private and government sources.