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We typically request concept notes when we have chosen to conduct a multi-stage application process. The concept note serves asthe first stage, after which selected organisations are invited to complete a more detailed proposal (see section D for“Next Steps”) . We aim to make the application process an opportunity for capacity building; applicants are guided by our Program Advisors throughout. This template has been adjusted for use by any funder; the bracketed fields will need to be updated before use.  \nINSTRUCTIONS  \nWhen completing the concept note, please refer to the [Funder Name] Request for Proposals document for information about the program strategy. Concept notes should be submitted via email by [date] to [contact email] . If you have any questions while completing the concept note, please contact [contact email] .  \nPlease note that the [Funder Name] requires that the proposed grant amount be no more than 33% of the organisation’s operational budget. If your proposed grant is more than this amount, please check with the [Funder Name] contact person before proceeding.  \nA. ORGANISATION INFORMATION  \nPlease provide some basic information about your organisation.  \n\n| Organisation |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| Legal name and acronym |  |\n| Main organisational email address |  |\n| Telephone number (include country code) |  |\n| Address (include postal code) |  |\n| City, State/Province |  |\n\n\n| Country |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| Date/place registered |  |\n| Year founded |  |\n\n\n| Main contact for grant application |  |\n| --- | --- |\n| Full name |  |\n| Title |  |\n| Email address |  |\n| Telephone number (include country code) |  |\n\n\n| Organisational mission and goals |\n| --- |\n| In a few sentences, please describe the mission and main goals of your organisation . |\n|  |\n\n\n| Organisational experience |\n| --- |\n| In a few sentences, please describe your organisation’s experience addressing [funding focus area] . If this would be a n ew sector for your organisation, please describe how your previous experience relates to [funding focus area] . |\n|  |\n\nB. PROJECT INFORMATION  \nPlease provide an overview of the proposed project. Remember, the concept note is not intended to be a full proposal and should be a summary of the proposed project activities, outputs, and outcomes. This section should be no longer than four pages. The project outcomes and activities should be aligned with the program strategy as outlined in the Request for Proposals. Please be as concise as possible while also presenting a clear and compelling argument for funding.  \n\n| Proposed project:\u003Cbr>Under each category below, please provide specific details about the proposed project . |\n| --- |\n| Project context and problem statement: Please provide a short description of the context in which the proposed project will be implemented. 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Why is your organisation the best suited to address the problem? |\n| --- |\n|  |\n\n\n| Project outcomes and activities:\u003Cbr>Please refer to the end of this document to see a definition of terms, and an ","cbCaiaOrQd2Hduio","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiaOrQd2Hduio","pdf",195731,9,"English","# Grant application – concept note\n## Instructions\n## A. Organisation information\n## B. Project information","[{\"question\":\"What is the purpose of the concept note at this stage?\",\"answer\":\"The concept note is the first stage of a multi-stage application. Selected organizations are then invited to submit a more detailed proposal.\"},{\"question\":\"How are applicants expected to align the project with the funder’s strategy?\",\"answer\":\"Project outcomes and activities must align with the program strategy outlined in the Request for Proposals document.\"},{\"question\":\"Is there a limit on the proposed grant amount?\",\"answer\":\"Yes. 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