There are more than 65,000 foundations in the U.S., but the recession and high unemployment have cut their contributions at a time when the need has grown. Author and consultant Helweg provides nuts and bolts help in creating effective grant proposals with special attention paid to each element, from the cover letter and through goals and objectives. He also has included sample proposals, worksheets, interviews with foundation officials and grant recipients, and checklists. Annotation ©2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)