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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/grants-index

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Writing grant and funding applications

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  1. Writing grant and funding applications How to find them Key considerations The grants process Tips Tools

  2. How to find opportunities • http://www.ourcommunity.com.au/ • http://grantslink.gov.au/ • http://www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/home/grants/grants-index • http://www.business.vic.gov.au/grants-and-assistance • http://www.vic.gov.au/grants.html • Think outside the box

  3. Key considerations • Do you know your organisation? • What does your organisation need? • Does the grant opportunity meet this need?

  4. Key considerations cont… • Are you eligible to apply? • Are you capable?

  5. 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.

  6. If you don’t have the answerto these questions Don’t bother applying

  7. 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

  8. Tips for applying • 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

  9. 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

  10. 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…

  11. Tools • Pre grant application checklist • Acquittals checklist

  12. Good luck!

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