Preparing Your Grants.gov Application

Did you complete the steps in the Getting Started section?

  1. PIs do not register with Grants.gov.
  2. Download PureEdge Viewer.
  3. Acquire PDF conversion software (i.e. Adobe Acrobat).

Locate your FOA and download Application Package from Grants.gov

  • FIND — Step by Step Walkthrough
  • Each FOA has a specific Application Package. Make sure you download the correct Application Package.
  • Save the Application Package to a location of your choice (i.e. hard drive, shared drive, jump drive).

Complete the Application Package

  • Application is completed off-line.
  • READ THE INSTRUCTIONS. You must follow both Grants.gov and agency guidelines.
  • Complete the Cover Page component first (SF424 or SF424 (R&R)). Fields on the cover page pre-populate other application documents.
  • SAVE OFTEN!
  • Complete all appropriate forms. Read instructions to determine if optional forms are required.
  • Move all completed forms to the “Completed Documents” column.
  • Check package for errors by clicking the “Check Package for Errors” Button.
  • Save Application Package when no more errors are found.

Follow your department’s procedure for processing a proposal
Send your Application Package to SPA for Review and Submission

Additional Resources to Complete Your Application

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