How much detail should be provided in the budget narrative?
Applicants should use their budget narrative to provide a detailed description of how they plan to use their federal grant funds. The budget narrative should be of sufficient scope and detail for the Department to determine if the costs are necessary, reasonable, and allowable. For further guidance on federal cost principles, an applicant may wish to consult OMB Circular A-21 for non-profit organizations and/or A-87 for State and local governments. (See www.whitehouse.gov/omb/circulars).
