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NGO Project Development & Proposal Resources
Developing a successful project for funding or partnership requires careful planning, clear objectives, realistic activities, appropriate budgeting and a well-structured proposal. NGOs may also need to prepare concept notes, grant applications, Expressions of Interest (EOIs), Letters of Intent (LOIs), CSR proposals, implementation plans and other project documents.
NGOs developing project proposals, concept notes and other funding documents can also explore current opportunities on NGOPortal, including Funds for Indian NGOs, Funds for NGOs and CSR Initiatives, depending on their organisation’s focus and eligibility.
Project Proposal Resources
Learn how to develop a project proposal from the initial project idea through to objectives, activities, beneficiaries, expected results, implementation and monitoring.
Concept Notes
A concept note provides a concise presentation of a proposed project. Our resources explain the purpose of a concept note, the information it should contain and how it can be developed for potential donors, foundations, CSR organisations and other partners.
Project Budgets
A well-prepared budget should correspond directly with the proposed activities and implementation plan. Our resources provide guidance on developing project costs, budget structures and budget narratives.
Grant Applications
Before applying for a grant, an NGO needs to understand the funder’s requirements, eligibility criteria, application process and documentation requirements. These resources provide guidance on preparing and reviewing grant applications.
EOIs and Letters of Intent
Some organisations invite NGOs to submit an Expression of Interest or Letter of Intent before requesting a detailed proposal. Our resources explain these documents and how NGOs can prepare appropriate responses.
CSR Project Proposals
CSR organisations may have specific programme priorities, geographical requirements, beneficiary groups and reporting expectations. Resources in this section help NGOs understand the key elements of developing a CSR project proposal.
Project Planning and Design
A strong proposal needs more than a description of activities. NGOs may need clearly defined goals, objectives, outputs, outcomes, indicators, implementation plans, monitoring arrangements and sustainability approaches. These resources explain the different components of project development and how they relate to one another.
Organisational Documentation
Funding and partnership applications may also require an organisational profile, details of previous experience, registration documents, project reports, financial information and other supporting documents. Guidance on preparing and presenting such information will also be included in this section.
Professional Project Development Support
NGOs that require professional assistance with project development can also contact NGOPortal regarding services such as project proposal preparation, concept note preparation, project budget preparation, CSR proposal development, EOI/application preparation and proposal review.
Professional services are undertaken on an agreed scope of work and professional fee. NGOPortal does not act as a funding agency or intermediary and does not guarantee funding, approval, selection or partnership by any donor, CSR organisation, foundation or other funding institution.
Explore Project Development Resources
Explore the individual resources in this section to learn how different project-development documents are prepared and how they work together when developing a funding or partnership application.