The Sturge-Weber Foundation is seeking to enhance its capacity to secure funding and improve stakeholder communication in the field of rare diseases. This project aims to equip the foundation with well-researched and compelling grant applications, ensuring readiness when funding opportunities arise. Additionally, the project will involve updating and refining existing program documentation to better serve stakeholders, including patients, researchers, and healthcare professionals. The learners will also draft a comprehensive proposal for a new initiative that aligns with the foundation's strategic goals for the next three years. This project provides an opportunity for students to apply their knowledge of grant writing, research, and strategic planning in a real-world nonprofit setting, contributing to the foundation's mission of supporting those affected by rare diseases.

The project will result in several key deliverables: a set of researched and drafted grant applications ready for submission, updated program documentation that clearly communicates the foundation's initiatives and impact, and a detailed proposal for a new three-year project. These deliverables will be compiled into a comprehensive report, providing the foundation with actionable resources to enhance its funding and programmatic efforts.