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5 practical templates

Free grant and fundraising templates

Start with a structure you can make your own. These free templates pair editable downloads with examples and instructions for planning, preparing, and tracking your asks.

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01 · Research

Research your funding options

Define the need, explore a funding mix, and check who can apply.

See the research workflow
TemplateIncludes a download:XLSX

12-month nonprofit fundraising plan template

Download a 12-month nonprofit fundraising plan with a complete $26,000 example, monthly cash targets, owners, actions, and a separate in-kind resource plan.

A blank Plan sheet and a complete fictional 2027 Example sheet, with monthly and annual formulas, cash-channel assumptions, separate in-kind needs, and a 12-month action schedule.

Nonprofit teams and community programs

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02 · Writing

Prepare your next proposal or ask

Start with a useful structure for your narrative, budget, or introduction.

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TemplateIncludes a download:XLSX

Grant budget narrative template and worked example

Read a complete grant budget narrative for a $10,000 project and $8,000 request. Download the free budget workbook and explain every cost and funding source.

Includes a blank budget with formulas and a separate fictional example with line-item narrative notes. Its figures match the complete narrative on this page.

Project leads and grant writers

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TemplateIncludes a download:TXT

Foundation letter of inquiry sample and free template

Read a complete fictional foundation letter of inquiry, with paragraph annotations and an editable template. See how the request, evidence, and budget fit together.

The complete fictional letter · A separate blank template · Opens in your preferred document editor

Nonprofits and grant consultants

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03 · Tracking

Organize the work that follows

Keep applications, responsibilities, and deadlines together.

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TemplateIncludes a download:XLSX

Free grant tracking spreadsheet template

Preview the free grant tracking spreadsheet and download the Excel workbook. Includes sample rows, Google Sheets import instructions, deadlines, owners, and next steps.

An editable blank Tracker tab · A separate fictional Example tab · Opens in Excel; imports into Google Sheets

Nonprofits and grant writers

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TemplateIncludes a download:TXT

In-kind donation request letter template and examples

Read complete in-kind donation request examples for goods and services. Download the free letter template with quantities, dates, and pickup arrangements.

Includes the complete goods request, a donated-services example, and a blank letter template. Open the editable text file in your preferred document editor.

Nonprofits and community project teams

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Make the example fit your application

Check the funder's required format first. Replace fictional names, amounts, and claims with your own verified information, reconcile the budget, and review the finished document before sending. Each template page explains how to adapt its download.

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Put your next step into practice

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