Typically, a proposal consists of the following pieces in order:
| 1. Cover letter: usually from the President or Provost | |
| 2. Executive Summary | |
| 3. Proposal Narrative | |
| Introduction Need Goals and objectives Methods, procedures, steps Outcomes Timeline Partners (if relevant) Evaluation Dissemination Continuation/Sustainablilty Personnel |
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| 4. Budget and Budget Narrative | |
| 5. Organization Information (as requested) | |
| 501(c)3 status Financial information: audited statement, budget Board of Trustees listing |
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| 6. Appendices | |
| 7. Letters of Support | |