The Biggest Flaws in Grant Writing

Common Grant Writing Mistakes

Even experienced grant writers make mistakes. Understanding the most common flaws can help you avoid them and significantly improve your success rate.

1. Not Following Instructions

This might seem obvious, but many applications are rejected simply because they don't follow the guidelines. Always:

• Read the full call for proposals
• Follow formatting requirements exactly
• Respect word/page limits
• Submit all required documents

2. Weak Problem Statement

Your problem statement is the foundation of your proposal. Common flaws include:

• Not clearly defining the problem
• Failing to demonstrate the problem's significance
• Not connecting the problem to the funder's priorities

3. Unclear Value Proposition

Reviewers need to understand why your project matters. Avoid:

• Vague benefits
• No clear connection to outcomes
• Missing impact metrics

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