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Outline and Design By reading the project design, proposal evaluators decide whether a project has a reasonable chance to meet its goals successfully and carry through on its promise. Once the “why” is established, it is important to be as clear as possible about who, what, where, when, and how. It is also crucial to consider how the project activities will be sustained once the grant period is over. “ Who” will run the project? Make certain that the personnel involved in the proposal have the ability to reflect on the presuppositions that support it, execute the activities as designed, and then evaluate and disseminate the results. Proposal evaluators have read many applications. If the proposed project will really be run day-to-day by someone other than the project director, such as a graduate student, evaluators will notice. Or evaluators are likely to infer that conclusion if the details are sketchy. “ What” will happen? It should be immediately evident that the proposal’s worthwhile goals can be accomplished with the proposed design, activities, and resources. “ Where” and “when” will the activity take place? If there are compelling reasons to choose a particular place or time for the proposed activities, then state those clearly. Some institutions may, for instance, be especially well-positioned to tackle certain kinds of issues. Major schedule changes or upcoming events may make one timeframe more advantageous than another. Also, the length of time a project proceeds should be commensurate with its resources. Without laboring the point, make sure the case for where and when fits the total package by merging seamlessly with the other details. “ How” will the project accomplish all this? A brief outline or timeline is frequently the best way to show how the proposed activities lead to the desired results. Simply show the steps, including the time, place, and personnel. Obviously, a longer outline is required for larger projects, but every project should have a clear plan for achieving its goals. More than anywhere else in the proposal, a lack of clarity about project design signals other potential problems. A project’s goals matter little if there is no solid plan for execution. "How" will the project’s efforts be sustained when the grant period is over? This question will not apply in every case; some projects have a finite duration. But in many cases grant funds are seed money for start-up costs or are meant to initiate a change that will have lasting effects. Authors who explain how their project can generate ongoing support give themselves a considerable advantage over those with no plans beyond this one-time funding cycle. Examples of Statements of Project Outline and Design:  Statement of Project Outline and Design Example #1 Statement of Project Outline and Design Example #2 |
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Required Format for Grant Proposals 
Title
Abstract
Student Learning
Goals
Rationale
Outline and Design
Evaluation
Plans for Dissemination
Line Item Budget
Budget Narrative
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