Grants Management Forms
Council on Foundations
A collection of sample forms to use during all stages of managing a grant.
www.cof.org/Content/General/Display.cfm?contentID=2082

Grantmaking Basics Q&A
Association of Small Foundations
Answers to basic questions about the grantmaking process, including how and why to develop a mission and guidelines and when to do a site visit.
www.foundationinabox.org/guide/grantmaking/z1_1

Grantmaking Basics: A Field Guide for Funders
Council on Foundations
This book covers the basic good practices for grantmaking, including how to review grant proposals, conduct site visits and interviews, and involve the board. Available for purchase.
www.cof.org/publications

Grantmaking Basics II: A Field Guide for Funders
Council on Foundations
This book aims to help grantmakers benefit from the experience of their peers as they pursue their continuing professional education on good grantmaking practice. Available for purchase.
www.cof.org/publications

Sample Grant Contract (PDF)
Council on Foundations
www.cof.org/files/Documents/WebNotebook/July2003/Grants/Grant_Contract.pdf

Sample Grant Agreement
Council on Foundations
www.cof.org/Content/General/Display.cfm?CONTENTID=810

Sample Grant Notification/Agreement Letter (PDF)
Council on Foundations
www.cof.org/files/Documents/WebNotebook/July2003/Grants/Agreement_Letter.pdf

Sample Grant Close-Out Letter (PDF)
Council on Foundations
www.cof.org/files/Documents/WebNotebook/July2003/Grants/Close-out_Letter.pdf