Substance abuse treatment programs are expensive to operate. Grants and fundraisers are two good ways for treatment facilities to get the money they need to stay in operation. The best way to raise the money is to get the help of professionals who have experience writing grants and running fundraisers. Experienced professionals know represent a treatment facility in the best possible light to get the money needed for the facility's daily operation.
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1. Enlist the services of an experienced grant writer. There are many organizations looking for a limited amount of grant money. A well-written grant proposal will greatly increase your chances of getting money. Grant writers can be found on job boards and by referrals. Ask lawyers and other organizations if they can refer you to a good grant writer. Before hiring a grant writer, check the person's references.
2. Apply for a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). SAMHSA issues one-time and continuing grants for substance abuse programs. SAMHSA has specific formatting requirements for grant requests, and these might change each year. Before applying for a grant from SAMHSA, go online and read the current application requirements.
3. Search for available grants at Grants.gov. Grants.gov is an online service that lists grants that are available from various agencies. This list changes regularly, so check often. The application requirements vary according to the grant. Application requirements are on the Grants.gov website.
4. Talk to local churches about funding the substance abuse treatment facility. Some churches will give a one-time grant or offer continuing support to a facility.
5. Set up a fundraiser. Hire a fundraising event coordinator with the experience necessary to run a successful fundraiser. Check your local Yellow Pages for a fundraising event coordinator or ask other organizations for a referral. Check the event coordinator's references.
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