| Do you struggle with writing proposals? Does the | | | | leadership. The topic to be covered is given along with |
| thought of writing one make you cringe? If the answer | | | | the number and length of the sessions. |
| to either question is yes, fret no more. This article | | | | - Method |
| shares a simple yet effective format for writing | | | | This section addresses how you plan to accomplish |
| proposals that will get results. Be prepared to get the | | | | the objectives. What instructional methods will be |
| things you need to strengthen your leadership program | | | | used? Who will lead the training? Furnish some |
| for youth. | | | | background information on the facilitator. When will the |
| - Introduction | | | | training take place? Include a schedule with dates and |
| Get straight to the point. Who are you and what are | | | | times, especially if you will offer a series of seminars. |
| you requesting? Do not make the reader dig to | | | | - Evaluation plan |
| discover what you want. Mention the name of the | | | | Discuss your plan to monitor and evaluate the |
| program as well as the name of the organization you | | | | leadership training. What tools will be used? For |
| are affiliated with. In addition, tell the reader why the | | | | instance, the participants might be asked to complete a |
| program is needed. Avoid going overboard; a short | | | | short survey at the end of each course. Moreover, will |
| paragraph will suffice. Insert your mission statement, | | | | you submit reports? In short, let the person know how |
| and mention the goals of the program. | | | | you plan to provide updates. |
| - Benefits | | | | - Fee/Budget |
| In my opinion, this is the most important section of any | | | | Finally, discuss the costs. What is your fee? Are |
| proposal. Here, you need to explain what the | | | | materials and supplies included? Explain the proposed |
| participants will gain from the training. If you are not | | | | terms of payment. Please note that a more detailed |
| able to list the benefits, you are not ready to write the | | | | budget with a narrative is needed when seeking |
| proposal. | | | | support from a foundation or corporation. |
| - Measurable objectives | | | | To sum up, the information contained in this article |
| Like the benefits, measurable objectives are extremely | | | | provides a basic outline for preparing a proposal with |
| important. Make sure that your objectives are not | | | | little or no stress. You are equipped and well able! |
| vague. An example of a measurable objective is to | | | | Pursue the resources that are within your reach. |
| deliver (3) 4-hour educational seminars on ethical | | | | |