Introduction Although there is variation among proposal formats, these are the s

Introduction
Although there is variation among proposal formats, these are the sections that are commonly found in federal grant applications. Many agencies have specific requirements for length of proposals, either page number or word count limits. For this Mini-Grant Project, the page limitations are noted with each section. It is very important for your writing to be clear, succinct, and comprehensive.
Assignment Guidelines
Needs Assessment (2–3 pages)
Introduction: A general overview of the main idea of the project and its importance. Be sure to include the target population and approximately how many people will be served.
Problem statement: Concise and clearly articulates the depth of the problem and why it is a concern.
Purpose statement: Limit to one or two key areas as to what the project will involve and what it will accomplish.
Program goals and objectives
Goals are clear and concise statements as to what will be accomplished.
Objectives are specific outcomes of the program that can be evaluated.
Review of Literature: (2–3 pages). 5 articles published with the last five years drawing upon research, local and national data, or government statistics to summarize:
Epidemiologic facts and statistics related to:
Person, Place, and Time.
Significance of the disease or condition and its impact on the health of the vulnerable population.
Epidemiologic framework (epidemiological triangle, web of causation, ecological model) depicting specific risk factors of disease or condition (2–3 pages). Special consideration will be given to applicants that provide a graphic illustration.