In this thread, I am sharing some #GrantWriting tips from my reviewer's perspective (as I spent most of this month's evenings & weekends reviewing grant proposals for (inter)national agencies)
Hope it will be helpful to you
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1) Write clearly, directly, concisely, and highlight how your proposal matches the evaluation criteria. This will help us (reviewers) to advocate for your grant when it is clearly underlined how your proposal fits the criteria.

2) Avoid fuzzy/general objectives. If your objectives are too vague reviewers will have no way to assess your proposal accurately. Reviewers assess what is in YOUR PROPOSAL not what is in your MIND! Then clearly define your objectives & how you will reach those objectives.

3) Write your proposal with reviewer in mind. AVOID jargons that are well-known in your world. The best proposals are easy to read and understand.

4) Less is more! ONLY INCLUDE WHAT IS NECESSARY FOR YOUR PROPOSAL. Do not send unnecessary attachments.

5) Do not exaggerate! Be ambitious but realistic on your goals and the potential impacts of your proposal.

6) Be sure your budget is reasonable, supporting your proposal’s objectives, and makes sense. Before submitting your proposal’s budget, make sure the math adds up.

7) Lastly, reviewers are reviewing grants voluntarily; they are going through over 1000 pages of applications materials & they fit these reviews in their super busy schedule. So, make their work easier... They are supporting your awesome works :)

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