Pre-Award Documentation: What Should Be in Place Before the Grant Starts
Documentation is often treated as a post-award responsibility. Teams wait until funding begins to formalize processes, approvals, and files. Auditors and funders, however, often assume certain documentation already exists.
Why Pre-Award Documentation Matters
Pre-award documentation confirms decisions made before funds are spent. It provides clarity around approvals, roles, and readiness, reducing reliance on memory or informal communication.
