1.    The primary goals of your organization including, as appropriate, the need or problem that the organization works to address and the segments of the population targeted for aid.

2.   The most recent audited annual report, if available.

3.   A brief history of the organization, if not contained in the annual report.

4.   The current operating budget.

5.    A list of directors or trustees and their affiliations.

6.   A list of foundation and corporate support with corresponding gift amounts.

7.    Your IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter.

8.    A description of the project for which you are seeking support, including:
• a statement of its primary purpose and the need or problem you are seeking to address;
• the targeted population and how this population will benefit from the project;
• its anticipated duration; and
• its current budget.

9.   If the proposal is for an educational institution, also include the following:
• number of students enrolled
• amount of endowment, and
• background on institution, including history, mission statement, and student profile.