Proposal Writing Resources

Proposal Writing Resources

The OSPRA offers guidance on proposal development.  In order to prepare a compelling application and strong supporting materials, allow plenty of time for proposal preparation.  For large government grants, allow two to six months preparation time.  For smaller opportunities, allow four to six weeks.

Government agencies typically provide detailed instructions for prospective grant applicants.  Additionally, a number of online resources provide general information on writing effective grant proposals.

National Science Foundation (NSF)
Grant Proposal Guide

A Guide for Proposal Writing

National Institute of Health (NIH)
Grant Process Overview

Grant Writing Tips Sheets

Foundation Center
Proposal Writing Short Course

Wayne State University
The Professional & Academic Development Seminar Series includes videos, handouts, and other resources for proposal preparation.

An internal handbook of general guidelines which can be used as a springboard for your proposal writing is currently in preparation.  Please visit the Detailed Budget Information and Procedures page for guidelines specifically for UDM's internal budget process.

Please visit the Trainings page for information on future trainings and consultant seminars.

Please visit the Internal Processes page for information on routing proposals through OSPRA.  Please be advised that routing proposals can take up to seven business days.  UDM Forms, Fact Sheet, Institutional Overview, and Principal Investigator Policy can be found in other areas of the OSPRA website.  For additional information on proposal development, please contact Cate Caldwell in the OSPRA.