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Discussion: Budget, Budget Narrative, & Sustainability Plan
The budget is a crucial piece in the logical progression of developing your proposal. Look back at the other key componentsneeds statement, objectives, goals, methodology, and evaluationand consider how these pieces must be represented in and supported by the budget. One can see why a funding reviewer might begin by looking at a budget. It should fully, clearly, and succinctly depict the story of the project. The budget narrative expands upon the line items of a budget, offering further explanation of costs and needs, as appropriate.
A sustainability plan explains to funders how you will continue a project after funding has been exhausted. Not only does this plan demonstrate a proactive stance toward your project, but it also provides a funder assurance that its interests will be served beyond the project timeframe.
In preparation for this Discussion, consider the components of your project that you have determined to this point. Review this modules Learning Resources that focus on the budget, budget narrative, and sustainability plan. Note: You may select one of the two budget formats for your Discussion post: the budget example on pp. 162163 or use the Sample Budget Worksheet on p. 328 as a guide to develop your budget.
Personnel Name
Personnel Title
Time/Effort Percentage (%)
Time/Effort Hours/Week
Dollar Amount Requested for Salary
Dollar Amount Requested for Fringe Benefits
Grand Total Dollar Amount Requested
Name #1
Project Director
Name #2
Project Coordinator
Name #3
Clinical Coordinator
Name #4
Academic Coordinator
Name #5
Project Evaluator
Name #6
Project Secretary
Subtotals
Consultant Costs
Contracts
Staff Travel
Itemized Equipment
Supplies (itemize by category)
Other Expenses
Subtotals
Grand Total Direct Costs
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Budget Worksheet
