Proposal Writing Tips

A strong proposal is one in which the project:

• has been thoroughly planned with all participants;
• is clearly and concisely described in writing; and
• meets the intent and criteria for the program.

Remember:

• Submit all materials as described under the heading "Required Application Materials"
• Do not reduce type smaller than 10-point.
• Use a readable font or typeface.
• Leave reasonable margins.
• Proofread for typographical, spelling and grammatical errors.
• Make sure all copies of the application are readable.
• Answer all questions in the amount of space requested — be concise.
• Do not submit additional pages or materials that were not requested.
• Ask someone from outside your organization to proofread the application for clarity. Remember that the panel reviewing your application may not be familiar with your organization or your community.
• If submitting multiple applications, be sure to tailor each proposal to the artist being presented.