the business of foundations is giving money away. Is there a stranger manner in which to earn a living than to be employed by one of these institutions for the sole purpose of disseminating gifts? Your attitude should be that you are there to help the weary, wary, and beleaguered foundation staffer. After all, his or her employment depends on supplicants. Foundations need applicants, as stores need customers. They are in business to entertain your proposals, however much in practice it may appear to be otherwise. Be positive. Be persistent. Stay the course.
