An Investigation of Techniques of Writing a Fundable Research Grant Proposal: Practical Example from a Developing Country

A project research grant proposal is the most important document in the search for greater funder-obtaining. For that reason its success to attract and obtain funding will significantly depend on the writing effort and skill applied. The focus of this paper is on the techniques and creative aspects of writing a project grant proposal. It draws heavily on a research grant proposal submitted to Uganda National Council for Higher Education and was funded. The paper emphasizes a concern for significant mutual relationships which involve the donors, beneficiaries of the project, implementers and governments for funder-obtaining.