The financial survival of most nonprofit organizations hinges on their being able to prepare well-written, competitive proposals.  One key ingredient that goes into such proposals is having a solid, well-laid-out program. Others include:  understanding funding trends, knowing how to match fund solicitation with appropriate funders, being able to present a credible organization, and having a viable board of directors.  In "The Proposal Writer's Workshop:  A Guide to Help You Write Winning Proposals," V.C. League addresses in detail these and many other topices related to successful proposal writing and fund solicitation.  In a philosophical manner, Mr. League draws from his vast knowledge that comes from having worked in this area for over 25 years.  Through relating his personal experiences, V.C. not only provides proposal writers with direction and inside information, but he also points out pitfalls that can be avoided.  From "Introduction" to "Resources" section, this book is chock full of proven ideas, strategies, techniques, and supplemental aids to arm any proposal writer with the necessary tools to produce competitive proposals.