Grant Writing 101: Step Six, Evaluation

Once the proposal is complete and ancillary forms are in order, it is time to include the method of evaluation.  Your project needs oversight!  Ask the School's PTA, PTO, or Local School Improvement Committee if the group will provide oversight for your grant program.  Apple-ka-dab-ara was Wet Club initiative.  The Wet Club sent a representative to every PTA meeting a school to report on the club's activities, including an update regarding all of the grant programs.  Some foundations or funding agencies require an explanation of evaluation; include a description in your proposal.

Another aspect of evaluation is a survey of the participants.  Create a simple survey to distribute which evaluates the program.

Apple-ka-dab-ara Survey

1.    Have you participated in Apple-ka-dab-ara? What was your role?

2.    On a scale of 0-10, with 10 as a top score, rate your experience.

0              1          2        3       4          5        6        7        8        9       10

3.    Would you do Apple-ka-dab-ara again?  Yes      No      Explain.

The survey does not have to be lengthy. It should be easy to tally numerically in order to rate the project. Allow room for comments.  

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