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Financing Sources for Law Enforcement
Below
are listed many of the web sites for various agencies that offer
grants:
Below are
internet sites that aid with grant writing:
General Guide Lines for Acquiring Grants:
1.
Proposal Summary
The proposal summary appears at the
beginning of the proposal and outlines the project. It can be a
cover letter or a separate page. It should be brief: no longer than
two or three paragraphs. It is often helpful to prepare the summary
after the proposal has been developed. This makes it easier to
include all the key points necessary to communicate the objectives
of the project. The summary document becomes the foundation of the
proposal. The first impression it gives will be critical to the
success of the venture. It very possibly could be the only part of
the package that is carefully reviewed before the decision is made
to consider the project further.
2.
Introduction of the Organization
Most proposals require a description of an applicant's
organization and its past, present, and projected operations. Some
features to consider are:
$$
A
brief biography of board members and key staff members
$$ The
organization's goals, philosophy, and record with other grantors
$$ Any
success stories.
A
brief biography of board members and key staff members the
organization's goals, philosophy, and record with other grantors any
success stories.
3.
Problem Statement
The
problem statement (or needs assessment) is a key element of a
proposal. It should be a clear, concise, well-supported statement of
the problem to be overcome using the grant funding. An applicant
could include data collected during a needs assessment that would
illustrate the problems to be addressed. The information provided
should be both factual and directly related to the problem addressed
by the proposal.
4. Project Objectives
The
project objectives should clearly describe the goals of the project.
Applicants should explain the expected results and benefits of each
objective. They should also list the specific criteria of the grant
program. Then, describe how the proposal meets each criterion.
5. Project Methods or Design
The project method outlines the tasks that will be
accomplished with the available resources. It is helpful to
structure the project method as a timeline. Early in the planning
process, applicants should list the tasks that will have to be
completed to meet the goals of the project. They can then break
these into smaller tasks and lay them out in a schedule over the
grant time period. This will provide a chance to consider what
personnel, materials, and other resources will be needed to carry
out the tasks.
6. Project Evaluation
Applicants should develop evaluation criteria to evaluate
progress towards project goals. It is important to define carefully
and exactly how success will be determined. Applicants should ask
themselves what they expect to be different once the project is
complete.
7.
Future Funding
Applicants may be asked to list expected sources of
continuing funding after the conclusion of the grant. The applicant
may also be required to list other sources and amounts of funding
obtained for the project.
Remember
to justify the need!
What is the proposed system and what does it
cost?
The entire PMI
Evidence Tracker™ System costs only $3495.
Why is the system required?
The system is required to effectively manage the evidence
room, reduce storage space, and protect the chain of custody.
Who will operate and maintain the system?
The current property room custodian.
How will the system improve the evidence
operation?
The system will aid in the disposal of unneeded evidence items
thus freeing up valuable storage space. Greatly improve control of
the property room to prevent mishandling of key evidence items and
ensure the chain of custody.
What is the result of NOT funding the system?
The evidence room will be outgrown in a very short time and
the risk of losing items necessary for prosecution will increase.
Pointing out the risks involved without this funding provides ample
justification for most types of automation.
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