Francis K. O. Yuen & Kenneth L. Terao 
Effective Grant Writing and Program Evaluation for Human Service Professionals [EPUB ebook] 

A state-of-the-art guide for developing grants witha strong
emphasis on using program outcome measurement to underscore need
and accountability
Based on the authors‘ many years of experience in the public and
nonprofit sectors, Effective Grant Writing and Program
Evaluation for Human Service Professionals integrates the
topics of grant proposal writing and program evaluation, offering
grant seekers the practical guidance they need to develop quality
proposals, obtain funding, and demonstrate service results and
accountability.
The authors clearly and succinctly illustrate and describe each
stage of the grant writing and evaluation process. Problems or
issues that arise frequently are highlighted and followed by
specific advice. In addition, numerous real-world examples and
exercises are included throughout the book to give readers the
opportunity for reflection and practice.
This timely reference incorporates a strengths perspective,
providing:
* An inside look at the grant writing and evaluation processes,
with insights from experienced grant writers, agency
administrators, foundation program managers, and grant
reviewers
* Specific examples of successful grant proposals and evaluation
plans and instruments serving as models for learning and
practice
* Field-tested individual and group exercises that facilitate the
development of grant writing and evaluation skills
* Discussion of electronic technology in grant writing and
evaluation, including writing and submitting grant proposals
online, and identifying funding sources
This grant writing and program evaluation guide follows a
needs-driven, evidence-based, result-oriented, and client-centered
perspective. Its authoritative discussion equips human service
professionals to effectively develop grants with a strong emphasis
on measuring program outcomes.

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