Tell a Funder the Deliverable Is at Risk
Use a fact-based, option-led conversation to renegotiate a nonprofit grant milestone.
Marcus M Grant Officer 1 Open 2 Facts 3 Close Conversation moment Two weeks before quarter close, Elena knows the mobile clinic will miss its screening target by 120 visits because the county delayed site permits. The grant officer has not heard this yet. The wording determines whether the other person hears partnership or blame. conversation turns weak moves to avoid Framework in use Fact, Cause, Forecast, Options Program evaluation principles apply to funder conversations: credible evidence, justified conclusions, and use. A funder should not first learn about a risk in a final report. The strongest conversation brings facts early,…
Sign up free — one personalized lesson every day, matched to your role and goals.
Already have an account? Sign in