Deb:
I'm probably telling you something that you already know, but
make sure any grant you apply for fits your needs.  Take time
to learn about the grant source and what kind of projects
they have awarded money for in the past.  For example, if
a grant source has conservation as its primary goal, don't
apply for it if you need money for education programs
(OK, that's an obvious one).  Almost any proposal can be
worded to fit almost any grant, but the selection committee
will see right through the wording and reject your
proposal.  You can also request and often receive a copy
of a successful proposal that was submitted to the grant
source.  I'm deal mostly with foundation grants so I'm
sure others on the list will have ideas on getting
federal and state grants.

Belinda Nickles
Museum Consultant
an obvious one

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