Grant Readiness Post-Award Test

What this resource helps you understand

Winning a grant is only one part of readiness. Organizations also need the delivery infrastructure to implement the work, document progress, report clearly, and sustain learning after the award. This resource helps leaders look at post-award capacity before pressure builds.

Who this resource is for

Nonprofit executives, development leaders, program leaders, and funders who want to assess readiness beyond eligibility.

Use this resource when you need to

• Assessing whether a team is ready to deliver on a grant after award
• Spotting reporting, documentation, staffing, and coordination needs early
• Supporting stronger conversations between development, programs, finance, and leadership

What the full resource includes

• A visual post-award readiness scan
• Questions about delivery, documentation, reporting, and sustainability
• A practical way to discuss capacity needs before accepting or expanding funded work

Questions this resource answers

How is post-award readiness different from grant eligibility?

Eligibility asks whether an organization can apply. Post-award readiness asks whether the organization has the people, systems, and operating rhythm to deliver and report well after funding is received.

Can funders use this with grantees?

Yes. It can support asset-based conversations about what infrastructure will help grantees deliver on funded work with clarity and confidence.