Grant writing is the highest-impact AI use case for nonprofits. AI doesn't replace the human insight that makes grants compelling — it dramatically accelerates the writing process.

Grant Narrative Drafts

"Write a grant narrative for [funder name]. Our organization: [name and mission]. The program: [description]. Target population: [who]. The need: [problem statement with data]. Our approach: [methodology]. Expected outcomes: [goals with metrics]. Budget: [total amount requested]. Follow these funder guidelines: [paste guidelines]."

Needs Statements with Data

"Help me write a needs statement for a grant addressing [issue] in [geographic area]. Include: relevant statistics, local data points, systemic factors contributing to the problem, and the gap our program fills. Cite credible sources (CDC, Census Bureau, local reports). Tone: urgent but not sensational."

Logic Models & Theory of Change

"Create a logic model for our [program name]. Inputs: [resources]. Activities: [what we do]. Outputs: [direct products]. Short-term outcomes: [immediate changes]. Long-term outcomes: [lasting impact]. Include measurable indicators for each outcome."

Budget Justifications

"Write budget justification narratives for these line items: [list with amounts]. Explain why each cost is necessary, reasonable, and directly tied to program activities. Use language appropriate for [funder type: federal/foundation/corporate]."

Letter of Intent (LOI)

"Draft a letter of intent to [funder] for a [amount] grant for [program]. Include: brief organizational overview, program summary, target population, expected outcomes, and how this aligns with the funder's priorities in [area]. Keep it to one page."

Funder Research

"Research [foundation name] using publicly available information. Summarize: their mission and funding priorities, typical grant size, recent grantees in [our field], application deadlines, and any specific requirements or preferences."

Grant Writing Best Practices with AI

• Start with the funder's guidelines — paste them directly into your prompt
• Use AI for first drafts, then add your organization's unique voice and stories
• Always verify statistics and data points AI includes
• Have program staff review for accuracy of activities and outcomes
• Customize every application — funders can tell when narratives are generic