Sample Of A Generic Grant Executive Summary

Sample Of A Generic Grant Executive Summary (A proposal, and Executive Summary, should state a specific dollar amount for a specific purpose. The request for staff, equipment and renovation funds combined in one proposal, is very misleading.) The Acme Youth Center Executive Summary Project Title Youth Center Contact Person Jim Smith (voice 555-555-5555, fax 555-555-4444, e-mail [email protected]) Applicant Information The Acme Youth Center 555 Generic Lane Generic City, CA 95060 Mission Statement The mission of the Acme Youth Center project is to enhance health, wellness, and social activity, and to provide a single point of entry into the world of services for the youth of Generic City. Funding Request We are requesting (exact dollar amount) of funding to provide five staff positions for five years as well as equipment and renovation for program start-up. Problem Statement The youth population of our city is a much larger percentage of the total population than in the country as a whole. The issues regarding young adults are well documented. Education and teen pregnancy head the list. Unsuprevised youth are often have problems regarding drugs, sexuality, and criminal behavior. Families are often unprepared or unable to deal with these issues on their own. Project Summary Educational activities are provided through partnerships with the city college. Activities include job preparation skills, sex education, and interaction with local law enforcement officials to help guide troubled youth through the difficult areas of their lives. Expected Results The attitude and behavior of local youth improves. Crimes such as vandalism decrease dramatically, and the entire community benefits. Our Investment The Acme Youth Center will provide all needed support except that detailed in the grant request. A major effort will go into a positive outcome for the bond referendum for permanent funding for the project staff positions.