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Grant closeout

Complete final reporting and archive the award.

Grants . 4 min read

Overview

Grant closeout is the final phase of the grant lifecycle. It involves completing all deliverables, submitting final reports, and archiving the award.

Closeout checklist

Task Description
Final Report Submit the comprehensive narrative and financial report
Expense Reconciliation Ensure all expenses are accounted for
Return Unused Funds Refund any unspent balance to the funder
Document Archival Store all grant documents per retention policy
Audit Preparation Organize records in case of future audit

Starting the closeout process

  1. Navigate to Grants > [Grant Name].
  2. Click Actions > Begin Closeout.
  3. Follow the guided checklist to complete each step.
  4. Once all items are marked complete, click Finalize Closeout.

Post-closeout

Closed grants remain accessible in read-only mode for reference and audit purposes.

Tip: Start the closeout process at least 30 days before the grant end date to ensure a smooth wrap-up.