Tips on Organization and Appearance

Organization

• Follow the format set forth in the Request for Proposals
• Do not list too many goals or objectives (two or three are fine)
• Be clear, concise, and logical
• Use charts and tables to reinforce information in the narrative.

  • Data on student need
  • Management plan
  • Timelines for task completion
  • Staff and partner roles and responsibilities

• Align budget to the narrative

Appearance

• Use a consistent font
• Underline, italicize and use boldface to emphasize points
• Make all text large enough to be read with ease
• Leave white space on your pages
• Avoid the use of acronyms
• Bullet or enumerate lists
• Proofread the final document

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