How can you design a project that will be successful and convince a donor to fund it? This guide introduces tools for designing projects and focuses on integrating monitoring and evaluation from the beginning. It describes what sections to include in proposals, gives examples, and provides tips on what donors are looking for. The proposal format presented encompasses the elements sought by many donors. Nevertheless, it is important to remember that many donors have their own format for proposals that may differ from this one and should be followed closely. Examples in this guide relate to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) projects and are based on International Planned Parenthood Foundation's experience working with affiliates and other non-governmental organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean. The principles presented in the guide can be useful for organizations developing any type of project, whether or not you will be seeking funding.

How can you design a project that will be successful and convince a donor to fund it? This guide introduces tools for designing projects and focuses on integrating monitoring and evaluation from the beginning. It describes what sections to include in proposals, gives examples, and provides tips on what donors are looking for. The proposal format presented encompasses the elements sought by many donors. Nevertheless, it is important to remember that many donors have their own format for proposals that may differ from this one and should be followed closely. Examples in this guide relate to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) projects and are based on
International Planned Parenthood Foundation's experience working with affiliates and other non-governmental organizations in Latin America and the Caribbean. The principles presented in the guide can be useful for organizations developing any type of project, whether or not you will be seeking funding.