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Complete Grant Proposal Template
Funder-ready Word template for small nonprofits and small businesses — includes drafting prompts, compliance checks, and budget alignment guidance

Includes:

  • Proposal Snapshot & how-to-use guide
  • Executive Summary
  • Statement of Need
  • Project Description & Methodology
  • Goals, Objectives & Outcomes
  • Budget Narrative
  • Evaluation Plan
  • Organizational Capacity & Sustainability
  • Final compliance review checklist
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Grant Budget Template
Formula-driven Excel budget for small nonprofits and businesses — enter assumptions in blue cells and totals update automatically

Includes:

  • Project summary & grant request target
  • Personnel, fringe benefits & contractual
  • Equipment, technology & supplies
  • Travel, marketing & facilities
  • Indirect costs at approved rate
  • Auto-calculating totals & budget review checks
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Letter of Inquiry (LOI) Template
Branded MGC Letter of Inquiry — edit in-app and auto-save to your dashboard

Includes:

  • Organization Introduction
  • Statement of Need
  • Project Overview
  • Funding Request
  • Impact Statement
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XLSX
Project Timeline Template
Visual timeline to map project activities and milestones

Includes:

  • Activity Breakdown
  • Milestone Markers
  • Gantt Chart View
  • Deliverables Tracker
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DOCX
Logic Model Template
Framework to connect activities, outputs, and outcomes

Includes:

  • Inputs & Resources
  • Activities
  • Outputs
  • Short-term Outcomes
  • Long-term Impact
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DOCX
Board Resolution Template
Formal document showing board approval of grant proposal

Includes:

  • Resolution Header
  • Authorization Statement
  • Signature Lines
  • Date & Seal
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Evaluation Plan Template
Structured approach to measuring project success

Includes:

  • Evaluation Questions
  • Data Collection Methods
  • Success Metrics
  • Reporting Timeline
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CSV
Grant Budget Template (CSV)
Structured CSV budget with all standard grant cost categories and calculation notes

Includes:

  • Personnel & Fringe Benefits
  • Contractual Services
  • Supplies & Materials
  • Equipment
  • Travel
  • Indirect Costs
  • Line-by-line instructions
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Proposal Narrative Template (Markdown)
Complete narrative structure with every required section, instructions, and a submission checklist

Includes:

  • Executive Summary
  • Statement of Need
  • Project Description
  • Goals, Objectives & Outcomes
  • Evaluation Plan
  • Organizational Capacity
  • Sustainability
  • Final Submission Checklist
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XLSX
Project Timeline Template (CSV)
12-month activity tracker with milestone log and funder reporting schedule

Includes:

  • Phase-by-phase activity log
  • 12-month month-by-month grid
  • Key milestones tracker
  • Funder reporting schedule
  • Line-by-line instructions
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Grant Cover Letter Template
Professional cover letter to accompany your proposal

Includes:

  • Funder Address Block
  • Opening Statement
  • Brief Summary
  • Thank You & Contact
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PDF
Supporting Documents Checklist
Complete checklist of documents needed for applications

Includes:

  • IRS Determination Letter
  • Financial Statements
  • Board List
  • Letters of Support
  • Organizational Budget

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Tips for Using Templates
  • Customize thoroughly: Templates are starting points—personalize every section with your organization's unique story
  • Follow funder guidelines: Adjust templates to match specific formatting requirements from each funder
  • Save as you go: Create versions for different grant types to build your own template library
  • Use with AI tools: Combine templates with My Grant CoPilot's AI to fill in sections faster

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