Writing a Winning Funding Bid
Course Description
This practical and engaging course is designed to equip Parish and Town Councils with the skills and confidence to successfully apply for external funding. Whether you're new to bid writing or looking to refine your approach, this session will demystify the process and provide actionable insights to help your council secure the financial support it needs.
Participants will explore the full lifecycle of a funding bid—from identifying suitable funding opportunities to crafting compelling applications that stand out. The course also covers how to build relationships with grant-awarding bodies and how to align your bid to the entry criteria to maximise your chances of success.
Key areas covered in this course include:
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What to consider before applying for funding
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How to identify and match your project to the right funding stream
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Building relationships with funders and understanding their priorities
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Key components of a strong funding application
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Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for Clerks, Councillors, and staff members involved in projects requiring external funding.
Cost (per delegate)
£46 +VAT Members
£92 +VAT Non Members
Jennie Allwork
Jennie is currently a clerk in Northamptonshire and completed her CiLCA 2025. Jennie worked for Natural England for 20 years, NE is a government department responsible for the technical assessment and delivery of Agri Environment grant schemes. Jennie spent many years setting the eligibility criteria for entry into the grant schemes, assessing applications submitted and then managing the customer relationships for the duration which were between 5 and 10 yrs ensuring adherence to the scheme’s rules. Throughout her time at NE she was able to develop experience and in depth understanding of what would ensure an application would be successful to secure the funding available.
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