Transcript Writing grant and funding applications

Writing grant and
funding applications
How to find them
Key considerations
The grants process
Tips
Tools
How to find opportunities
• http://www.ourcommunity.com.au/
• http://grantslink.gov.au/
• http://www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/home/grants/gr
ants-index
• http://www.business.vic.gov.au/grantsand-assistance
• http://www.vic.gov.au/grants.html
• Think outside the box
Key considerations
• Do you know your organisation?
• What does your organisation need?
• Does the grant opportunity meet this
need?
Key considerations cont…
• Are you eligible to apply?
• Are you capable?
Key considerations cont…
• What can you contribute?
• What’s in it for the grant maker?
• Do you have the resources – to write the
application, to manage the project and to
acquit the grant.
If you don’t have the answer
to these questions
Don’t bother applying
The Grants Process – 3 main steps
1. Prepare and submit the application
Get the result….yes/no
If yes, sign funding agreement
2. Undertake the task/project
3. Undertake the requirements of the
funding agreement
Reports and acquittal
Tips for applying
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Read and understand all materials
If possible, talk to the grant maker
Prepare your own “blurb”
Have your supporting documentation
ready ie: annual report or financials, proof
of insurance, business and strategic plans
• If unsuccessful, seek feedback
• If successful, ensure the terms in the
funding agreement are reasonable
Tips for undertaking the project
• Do what you said you were going to
• Keep in touch with your allocated contact
person
• Take photos / keep records
• Think about outcomes or learnings from
the project
Tips for fulfilling the funding agreement
• Make sure you understand the terms
• Undertake all the reporting required (ask
for templates)
• Keep track of expenditure – grant funds
and own funds
• Keep track of non-financial inputs such as
volunteer time, room hire, etc…
Tools
• Pre grant application checklist
• Acquittals checklist
Good luck!