Just last week, the African mobility startup, Moove, raised $30 million in a funding round – despite the recent downsizing in tech companies, from global giants like Twitter and Amazon to local players like Jumia.

A request for proposal is that document where the grantmaker says, "here's what I want to put my money into!". In today's world, you would often find requests for proposals on the funder's website along with the call for applications.

Since the bill was passed on October 19, several tech communities have been abuzz with questions about the Act, as incomplete or misunderstood analyses of the Act have floated around.

As simple as this sounds, it can be the deal breaker to determine if you will win the next grant you apply for. Why? One of the biggest things funders look out for in a grant proposal is a track record of your achievements.

Trying to secure grant funding for your big idea? We understand your plight.

A grant proposal budget is specific to your proposed project or program. This budget would outline your intended expenditures if you were awarded the grant funding. 

While grants can be a game changer for your business, pursuing grants takes a lot of time.

We know grant processes can be undeniably intimidating and overwhelming, especially if you are new to grants.

You can 5x, 10x, 20x, 50x, or 100x your current impact, income, and influence. And the best part? You don’t need to repay the funds. You get it FREE of charge. You only have to follow through with your plans.

If learning how to manage your money sounds intimidating or stressful, take it one step at a time. Here are 5 tips to help you gain control and, more importantly, peace of mind:

Every proposal is made up of two main parts: the project narrative and the project budget. The budget is important as it shows the grant funder what you will use the funding for. While funders may skim through the proposal, they pay critical attention to the budget.

A grave mistake is to assume that if you get a 60-minute meeting, you get 60-minutes worth of attention. The typical attention span in a business meeting is 15 minutes. To be a successful entrepreneur, you must learn how to make the most of each clock's ticking. If you can earn the investor's attention in the first five minutes, you can be guaranteed that they will invest more time listening to you.