Ask nicely. Healthcare organizations looking for grant money must appreciate the art and science behind the process.
Focus the grant application on addressing content areas, such as chronic disease management, that have an essential IT component, rather than on the technology itself. Community partnerships are much more likely to win grant funding than individual organizations. Take the time to understand the goals, interests and requirements of the funding agencies. Each has its own expectations about measurable results and about ongoing support after grant funding runs out.
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