Requesting Reviewers' Comments

My department applied for a grant and was unfortunately turned down. I was wondering if reviewers leave comments on why our grant proposal was turned down and if there is any way that we can obtain those comments to improve for next time.


Hi!

That's unfortunate that your department wasn't given the funding opportunity this time, but good job keeping your head up and looking forward! There are ways to get the reviewers' comments. Generally you can obtain these comments by simply calling the program officer listed on the application guidance. If they are unresponsive, you can send a letter to the program officer requesting the reviewers’ comments. Be sure to include the CFDA number and title for the program, your agency’s DUNS number, and the title of the project you proposed. If you copy your Congressional representative on the letter as well, the Congressional staff can help you follow up.

Hope this helps with your future endeavors!

- FireGrantsHelp Team