What it is
Funding Readiness Diagnostic is a guided workflow you can run in minutes to turn messy inputs into clear next steps. It’s designed for leaders who want more structure without losing context.
Use this when
- You’re considering a grant but aren’t sure your story/evidence is ready.
- You want to reduce “last-minute scramble” proposal cycles.
What you’ll get
- A readiness scorecard (narrative clarity, outcomes evidence, partnerships, delivery plan).
- Top gaps to close before you write.
- A short action plan and the evidence/documents to assemble.
What you need to provide
- A short description of your organization (mission, programs, who you serve)
- Any relevant links or notes (even rough)
- Your current constraint (time, staff capacity, urgency)
How to use it
- Describe the program you would fund (who/what/where/why).
- List the outcomes you can credibly claim today.
- Use the gaps list as your pre-proposal checklist.
Common pitfalls
- Trying to answer everything at once—start with the decision you’re trying to make.
- Treating outputs as “final”—use them as a draft you refine with your real context.
Who this is for
- Leaders and operators who want clearer decisions and fewer wasted cycles.
- Teams that want repeatable workflows (not one-off heroics).
Who this is not for
- Anyone looking for a “set it and forget it” answer without providing context.
- Organizations that want to outsource judgment instead of improving it.