What is a project proposal?
A project proposal is a written document that outlines everything that stakeholders need to know about a project. Your project proposal should summarise and sell your idea so that stakeholders or funders buy into your idea.
General pointers:
- Don’t assume the person reading your proposal will know anything about your organisation or the area of need it will meet.
- Explain not only acronyms but also any terms you use to explain what your project does or who it may support.
- Be concise! Avoid long complex sentences. Use bullet points.
- Have someone proofread not only for spelling and typos but also to ensure they understand your proposal. It is often useful to use someone who knows nothing about the project.
Downloadable files
Template Project Proposal form
Template Project Proposal form, with explanation notes
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