To get the most out of Scout's matching capabilities, it is essential to properly set up a Grant Project. Here’s how you can do that:
Step 1: Create a Grant Project
The first step is creating a Grant Project in Scout. This project will serve as the foundation for your grant matches. Here’s how:
- Log in to your Scout Climate account.
- Navigate to the Grant Projects section.
- Click the Create New Grant Project button.
- Start filling out the project details.
Step 2: Complete the Company Overview Section
A critical part of creating a Grant Project is filling out the Company Overview section. This section allows Scout’s AI to accurately match your project with relevant grant opportunities. Be sure to include the following information:
- Key Technologies: List and describe the technologies or products your company is developing. This information is crucial for matching with grants that support specific areas of innovation.
- Target Market and Impact: Provide details about your target market and the social, environmental, or economic impacts your project may have.
- Development Stage: Include the current stage of your technology (e.g., early-stage research, prototype development, commercialization).
- Unique Value Proposition: Explain what makes your technology or approach unique and why it stands out from competitors.
Important: The more detailed and specific you are in the Company Overview, the better Scout's AI can match you with relevant grant opportunities. Avoid vague descriptions, as they will lead to less accurate matches, potentially missing out on valuable opportunities.
Step 3: Browse and Filter Grants
Once you’ve created a Grant Project, you can begin exploring available grants. To do this:
- Go to the All Grants section.
- In the sidebar, you’ll see a filtering option. Here, you can filter grants based on the specific Grant Project you’ve just created. Select the appropriate profile to ensure that the grants shown align with your project’s needs.
- Sort the grants by Match Score. To do this:
- Select Match Score from the sorting dropdown menu.
- Ensure the order is set from Highest to Lowest. This way, you’ll see the best matches at the top of your list.
Final Tips for Success
- Be thorough when entering details into your Grant Project and Company Overview. More information leads to better results.
- Regularly update your Grant Project if your company’s focus or technology evolves.
- Always double-check your Match Score settings to ensure you are viewing the best possible grant opportunities first.
By carefully following these steps and ensuring detailed, precise information, you’ll maximize the effectiveness of Scout Climate’s AI to find the best grant opportunities for your business.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out to our support team!
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