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Idea to Proposal

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Welcome back,

Guys in my last post we have discussed on a topic Community development and how we can make an impact.

Today we are going to discuss on the journey of an idea for community development to the proposal. Having an idea for community development is not enough to do something for community. That idea is required to be presented in front of the members of community for its development.


Today we discuss on how to draft our project or initiative proposal. In last post we have discussed

How we can identify the problem?
How to obtain solution to that problem?
With whom to act?
and
Where to address the proposal?

Once you find out the above questions. You have to draft a proposal about your idea or project addressed to suitable identified person or authority.

In the project background be sure to explain why the project is important and how it is beneficial for all.

The next step would be to draft your objective. What do you want to achieve? Try to be concise, clear and direct. The project objective should be smart:

  1. Specific
  2. Measurable
  3. Achievable
  4. Relevant
  5. Time-Bound
Another question you have to think about is the impact you want to Achieve. How will you target group benefit from your project. What is the expected impact of your project, Local, National, Continental or Global. What changes will it bring?

Another important aspect to think about is How will you make the results of your project visible. Consider all the possibilities available to promote your project. Your website, Social media channels, and so on. 

Check the possibilities of contacting traditional media, Newspapers, Radio, Television stations. Also look for representatives from the civil sectors or relevant stake holders. Inform them about your projects.

There are millions of ways to spread your project but try to find ones that will be helpful for us and inspire them to take action. 

The story will not finish with opening of your center. Further you have to think on how to make it financially sustainable. and how to develop different programs in it.

Last but not the least, Draft a budget, which should be realistic. What kind of equipment and facilities you need  for your idea come true. 

Now it's time to start drafting your project proposal. Don't forget to include the following elements:

  1. Description of the problem
  2. Possible Solution, Objectives and Outcomes
  3. Impact
  4. Dissemination
  5. Sustainability
  6. Budget
Still submitting the proposal is not the end, May be you have to advocate and prove your idea to get approved.

Tell me how can we do it more effectively.
If you have an idea please do share...

Also share your ideas of community development. What you want to improve and why?

Your ideas may help others to build their dream and take your dream to global level....

Please do share if you find it useful......
For queries and suggestions please comment below....

In next post we discuss about going local volunteer and making community better.

Stay tuned...
Good bye.....
Have a nice day......... 

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