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How to Write an LOI: Letter of Intent, Letter of Interest, Letter of Inquiry

GrantNews

You may be noticing that there are many foundations asking for an LOI before requesting a full grant proposal. A funding source also uses an LOI to determine if applicants align with their vision mission. Additionally, organizations also use the LOI to assess how much staff is needed in order to review the upcoming proposals.

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How to Write an LOI (Letter of Interest or Intent) for Grants

GrantNews

Do you know how to write an engaging LOI to make a strong first impression on potential funders? GrantWatch knows that a well-crafted Letter of Intent (LOI) is often your first step to securing vital grant funding. Understanding the nuances of what it takes to write an LOI is key.

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HowTo: LOI

Fundraising HayDay

From small family foundations to large corporation foundations, many funders ask potential grantees to submit an LOI. Do they mean a Letter of Intent or Letter of Interest? Our cohosts are sharing the ins and outs of all aspects of an LOI in this “how to” episode. Do they want one page or three?

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AI for good: How you can help Candid Labs empower nonprofits 

Candid

Generative AI can help nonprofit staff work more efficiently and equitably Most recently, we took the opportunity to leverage generative AI to solve a big grant writing pain point: writing Letters of Intent (LOIs). Now, we’re inviting the public to test drive the tool on Candid Labs.

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LOI’s Sorting out the Confusion and Purpose

Grant Professionals Association

Why then has the industry let “LOI” remain in use? Do you even know what LOI is short for? Confusion exists because LOI has three commonly referenced meanings. Let’s sort this out, LOI can be a Letter of Inquiry, a Letter of Introduction, or a Letter of Intent. Ask others to review it.

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The Letter That Will Get You Funded

Grant Training Center

In order to assess the validity of a proposal in relationship to the solicitation, many donors, especially foundations, request a Letter of Intent (LOI) from future applicants. This is the letter that will lead to the invitation to apply for the grant. Review, if possible, other LOIs written to your donor.

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Spotlighting the State of Maryland

GrantNews

For grants over $10,000, a Letter of Intent (LOI) will be submitted prior to applying. An LOI must be submitted prior to applying. Applicants must contact program staff and submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) before applying. A separate request will be required for grants over $50,000.

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