Grant Readiness Check

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GRANT READINESS

A quick five-question check before you commit your team to a grant pursuit. Before you invest time in writing, make sure the opportunity is truly yours to win.

Readiness Score 0 / 5

Check each item as you confirm it.

Eligibility

Do we clearly meet the eligibility requirements?

Organization type, geography, project focus, and any prior-award restrictions: confirmed, not assumed.

Evaluation Awareness

Do we know how proposals will be scored?

Scoring rubric, evaluation criteria, and point weights reviewed — not just the narrative prompts.

Evidence of Need

Do we have current, credible data to support our need statement?

Local or regional statistics, citations from reputable sources, and a clear connection to the funder's priorities.

Organizational Capacity

Can we realistically deliver this project if funded?

Staff bandwidth, partner commitments, and budget infrastructure assessed before the deadline — not after the award.

Response Team Readiness

Do we have the team and time to write a strong proposal?

A named lead, subject-matter contributors, review capacity, and enough runway to submit on time — confirmed, not hoped for.

Ready to pursue the grant?

If you checked all five, you're in a strong position. Let's talk about how Civic North can help you put together a winning proposal.

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