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This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to develop a federal award budget. The budget provides the total cost for each category of the budget, while the budget narrative provides a breakdown of each budget category and provides a justification for every item in the budget.  \nHow to Create a Budget  \nThe first step in creating a budget is determining what template to use. The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) details if there is a required template to use for the budget and budget narrative. If the NOFO or federal awarding agency does not require a specific template, use the organization’s budget template. There is also an example template provided at the end of this guide.  \nWhen completing the budget, make sure to provide a clear justification for each itemized expense included in the budget. Some federal agencies or subagencies provide guidelines on how to prepare an application budget. For example, CDC’s Budget Preparation Guidelines provides guidance on preparing a budget for submission to CDC.  \nA well-prepared budget should be reasonable and demonstrate that the requested funding will be used wisely. The budget should be as concrete and specific as possible in its estimates. Make every effort tobe realistic and to estimate costs accurately.  \nWhen developing the budget, it is helpful to think of the who, what, when, where, why, and how for the project.  \nThe WHO of the budget consists of the people who will carry out the proposed work.  \no Will they be full or part-time employees?  \no How much of their time will be needed on the project?  \no Some employees, usually administrative and support staff, have workloads spread across multiple projects. In such cases, be sure no single employee is committing more than 100% of their time across multiple projects.  \no Ensure the proposed salaries are consistent with that paid for similar work within the organization and align with federal guidelines on salary caps.  \no Will consultants be needed to complete the work – individuals with a particular expertise or skill set not available within the organization?  \nThe WHAT of a budget includes tangible items needed to carry out the proposed project.  \no What type of supplies or equipment are needed?  \no Will the equipment be purchased, rented, or leased?  \no What type of operating expenses are needed?  \nThe WHEN of the proposed project is important to consider when building the budget.  \no Will the proposed project occur over one year or multiple years?  \no When budgeting a multi-year project, consider cost of living or merit increases for project staff, equipment maintenance fees, and necessary software upgrades.  \no Remember that all costs associated with the project must be incurred during the project performance period as outlined in the Notice of Award.  \n The WHERE of the proposed project may include location, travel, and/or utility costs.  \no Where will the proposed project take place?  \no Will it occur in an office building? If so, will the grant need to cover a portion of the facility rent or utilities? Or will the proposed project occur at another location? Or maybe both? If including facility rent or utilities, ensure these costs are not already covered in the organizational indirect rate.  \no Will project staff need to travel as part of conducting the proposed project? 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