Proposals 101 for School and District Leaders: Turning Strong Ideas Into Funded Projects 

A 5-part interactive learning series on proposal writing, offering flexible participation and follow-up discussion opportunities

Writing a strong grant proposal can feel overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time. This interactive 5-part series is designed to walk school and district leaders through the process step by step—from understanding what reviewers look for to telling your story with data to pulling all the pieces together. Each session focuses on a specific part of the proposal-writing journey and offers practical tools you can use right away. Participants may attend the full series or choose the sessions that best meet their needs, and every session includes an optional discussion hour to ask questions, share drafts, and receive supportive feedback. Whether you’re brand new to proposals or looking to strengthen your skills, this series will help you turn strong ideas into funded projects.