What elements must be present?
The executive summary should capture all the dimensions of the project, but in a summarized manner. Often we have a maximum number of characters to respond, so we must be precise and clear, but above all we must answer what we are asked, that is, we cannot fail to include:
Project Description. Do not forget to mention the name of the project, its purpose or goal, explain who the beneficiaries are and what their vulnerability is, where the project will be carried out and the different stages of execution (if any).
Why it is necessary to do it. Explain the vulnerability of the beneficiaries and the solution we propose, in other words, the need or problem vs. our solution to contribute to improving said condition.
What we are trying to achieve. Here we can explain to what extent the problem or need will be solved. In addition, we can delve into the added value of our project, why our solution is different from others, how it will be sustained over time, if there are alliances involved and/or collaboration from other institutions, organizations or companies.
Below are some excerpts from the executive summary of real projects that won public funding.
Example 1: Executive summary of a weavers and spinners program
The project seeks to enhance soft and technical skills and capacities in spinners and weavers of Bahía Murta, commune, region, through 13 theoretical and practical workshops…
The idea came from the artisans themselves, who contacted the Foundation since it has been working in the region for more than 5 years…
According to the participatory diagnosis carried out, the raw material (wool) is very present, but it is being lost… Employment is scarce and highly seasonal, so an opportunity arises…
Through 13 workshops, 5 of which were focused on improving different textile techniques, 4 on strengthening soft skills, the aim is to generate a comprehensive development model, where concepts of local identity and entrepreneurship complement each other.
Within this process, we seek to connect different networks…
Example 2: Executive summary of an inclusive garden program
The project Inclusive gardens on the central coast: “the gardens of life” aims philippines business mailing list to work on the implementation of gardens with 3 groups of people who are in a situation of social vulnerability… designed and implemented in a participatory manner…
These young people have expressed interest in the topic through neighborhood discussion groups.
… children, young people and adults will work on improving their environment and learning…
Strategies that facilitate the improvement of learning, health and quality of life will be addressed… design of therapeutic activities that favor the rehabilitation of participants.
As added value, interaction activities between the beneficiary organizations are considered, so that they can exchange experiences…