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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. What Is an LOI or Letter of Intent?

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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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Four common grant proposal documents (free samples included)

Candid

While Candid is working to reduce that burden broadly, here is one specific way we are trying to help: by providing sample grant proposal documents. In this blog, we share the major types of grant proposal documents, their components, and free sample resources to show you what a successful version of each one looks like.

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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. Crafting the LOI is a great skill to master.

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The Scoop on RFPs: How Grant Funders Target and Attract Proposals

Grant Writer Team

Such is the predicament grant seekers might find themselves in if they don’t carefully read a request for proposals or RFP. An RFP, or Request for Proposal, is a tool that a funding source uses to attract proposals that align with their interests. It is an invitation that outlines precisely what they are seeking from a proposal.

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What Is an RFP and How Is It Best Used to Apply for Grants?

GrantNews

A Request for Proposal or RFP is a preliminary step in the grant application process. Once you know what the roadblocks are, you can include a strategy to overcome them in your proposal. This final section includes deadlines, conference dates, and the potential need for an LOI or letter of intent. And the best part?

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Top 5 Eligibility Requirements to Check Before Applying for Grants

Grant Writer Team

Letter of Intent (LOI) Some grants require an LOI before you can submit a full application. An LOI is a synopsis of your application. GrantWatch often indicates if an LOI is mandatory, optional, or not required. Submitting an LOI when required is essential to avoid immediate disqualification.

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