Governance
Grant narrative drafts written to the funder's criteria
Enter the program, its stated priorities, your project and your evidence. Civitas drafts the narrative sections you choose and lists every gap you still need to fill.
Start freeThe problem
Reviewers score against their own criteria and read dozens of applications at a sitting. Narratives that mirror the priorities and back every claim with a figure score better. They also take the longest to write.
What you answer
- Which grant program, and what does it say it funds?
- Which sections do you need drafted?
- What is the project, and how much are you requesting?
- What evidence do you have of the need?
- What has the chamber done that shows you can deliver this?
- Who else is involved?
- Any word or character limits?
What you get
- The sections you select, written to the program's stated priorities
- Need backed by your figures, with [evidence needed] where there are none
- Measurable outcomes with numbers and timeframes
- A list of gaps to fill before submission
- A clear draft notice at the top
Limits, by design
Narrative only. It does not determine eligibility, complete forms, calculate match or budgets, or write compliance language. Everything needs a human read before submission.
Fair Haven, Georgia is a fictional town used for examples.
Statement of need, facade improvement grant
Who it is for
Chambers and downtown development partners applying for facade, streetscape, tourism, main street and rural development grants.
Questions
Can it tell me whether we qualify?
No. Eligibility, forms, match and compliance belong with the program officer and your own review.
Will it overstate our capacity?
It works only from what you give it, since one overstatement can sink an application.
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