Prepare for Foundation Grants

GW’s Foundation Relations team is available to help you plan your grant proposal. We provide phone and in-person consultations at all stages of your funding search and application process. The resources on this page provide basic information to help you search for private funding and develop a compelling proposal that meets the exact specifications of the proposal guidelines. Faculty interested in submitting a grant proposal should also contact their school's research office for necessary information and approvals.

Please contact Susan Boerstling, Executive Director, Foundation Relations for additional assistance at [email protected] or 202-994-7384.

Answering foundational questions will help to build the narrative for your grant proposal.

Build Your Case

After developing your basic project concept and consulting with a CFR officer, it's time to search for the right options for funding.

Find Funding

Reviewing these criteria will ensure that you're putting your best proposal forward.

Submit Your Proposal