Proposal Development

Developing a competitive research proposal is critical for securing research funding in all academic disciplines. Pay close attention to application requirements and additional documentation required by your respective funding agency. Use the resources below to help you successfully plan, write, and submit a grant application.

Plan Ahead and Seek Guidance
  • The Office of Sponsored Programs offers guidance on:
  • Grants Enhancement Program
    • Helps improve grant applications from faculty members at Children’s and GW in order to maximize the probability of funding.
    • Email: GrantsEnhancement [at] childrensnational [dot] org (GrantsEnhancement[at]childrensnational[dot]org) 
  • Research Enhancement Unit
    • Provides investigators at the GW with services and guidance to successfully apply for federally-sponsored research funding, including Editing and Support Services
  • BECS Services for Grant Writing.
    • Email becs [at] gwu [dot] edu. Include your name, the PI's name (if someone other than you), department, study/project title, and a brief explanation of what you'd like to discuss.
  • Assistance seeking or stewarding private funding: GW Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations: cfr [at] gwu [dot] edu (cfr[at]gwu[dot]edu) 
  • Guidelines and Tips for success will help you choose the right funding opportunity and develop a competitive proposal.
  • Proposal Components and Checklists
    • Use a proposal checklist to facilitate the development of complete proposals.
Hone Your Grant Writing Skills
Preparing Additional Documentation