grant-writing

Draft structured grant proposals with agency-aligned outlines and compliance checks.

Updated Jan 13, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MrGKanev/agent-skills --skill grant-writing
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Skill: grant-writing
Source: https://github.com/MrGKanev/agent-skills/tree/main/my-skills/grant-writing
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MrGKanev/agent-skills --skill grant-writing

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Researchers often struggle to articulate goals, align with funding criteria, and present a compelling, compliant plan that stands out to reviewers.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Structured Proposal Templates: Outlines and fills sections like Specific Aims, Significance, Innovation, and Approach.
  • Agency-Guided Content: Tailors language to NSF, NIH, DOE, and foundations, with budgeting and timelines aligned to guidelines.
  • Editing and Compliance Checks: Ensures alignment with page limits, formatting, and reviewer expectations across agencies.

Quick Start

Use the grant-writing skill to draft an NSF-style Specific Aims page for my neuroscience project, including significance and a 12-month timeline.

Frequently Asked Questions about grant-writing

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I write a competitive grant proposal for NSF or NIH?

Drafting a competitive grant proposal requires structuring specific aims, significance, and methods while aligning with agency guidelines. This skill provides structured templates and persuasive narrative outlines tailored to NSF, NIH, and DOE funding criteria to help researchers.

What sections do I need for an NIH-style Specific Aims page?

An NIH-style Specific Aims page needs clearly defined significance, innovation, and approach sections. This skill helps you draft these specific components, ensuring your research goals are articulated persuasively and align with reviewer expectations.

Can I generate a research project budget and timeline aligned to DOE guidelines?

Yes, you can generate a research project budget and timeline aligned to DOE guidelines. This skill tailors budgeting and chronological plans to match the specific formatting and compliance requirements of major funding agencies like the DOE.

How do I ensure my research proposal meets agency page limits and formatting?

To ensure your research proposal meets agency page limits and formatting, you need dedicated compliance checks. This skill enforces agency guidelines and reviewer expectations, verifying that your document adheres to required structural constraints.

What is the best way to structure a foundation grant application?

The best way to structure a foundation grant application is by using structured outlines that highlight significance and innovation. This skill applies agency-guided content and templates to help you present a compelling, compliant plan to foundation reviewers.

Does this grant-writing skill work with NSF, NIH, and DOE formats?

Yes, this grant-writing skill works directly with NSF, NIH, and DOE formats. It tailors language, budgeting, and timelines specifically to these major funding agencies, ensuring your proposal meets their distinct formatting and content guidelines.