Event Details
Monday, August 11, 2025
11:00AM – 11:45AM PT/ 2:00PM – 2:45PM PT
Hosted by GrantStation
With growing community needs and limited dollars to go around, funders want to support efforts that solve critical problems. Your statement of need must demonstrate urgency, use relevant data, and connect clearly to your solution.
However, too many proposals present a need that is vague, not supported by data, or misaligned with other sections of a grant application. Any of these issues make it easy for reviewers to overlook your proposal.
During this TargetED, Alice Ruhnke will show you how to make your case with both heart and evidence so you show the importance of your project in your community.
You’ll learn:
- The fundamentals of developing a need section;
which data sources can help tell your story - The two major components of a need section and how to connect them to each other and the rest of your application
- Best practices in describing your community and target population
- Ways to identify, discuss, and address the root causes of the problems
- How to navigate confusing grant-related terminology
Who should attend:
TargetEDs are designed with beginners in mind. This session contains 30 minutes of practical teaching and 15 minutes of Q&A with Alice. It’s perfect for any member of a nonprofit organization seeking to strengthen their proposal writing skills.
Cost
This webinar hosted by GrantStation is free for NAWA members. Log in to the Member Resources page to find the link to join the webinar. If you are not yet a member, we invite you to join today!
Nonprofit Association of Washington is proud to partner on this event hosted by GrantStation.
Please contact the organizer with questions about this event.