From Plan to Pitch: Crafting Winning Bids for Heritage

Heritage Network(formerly Heritage Trust Network) is the UK membership body for not-for-profit organisations that are rescuing, restoring and managing historic buildings, structures and spaces. Our members have delivered successful heritage projects against all odds. We operate throughout the United Kingdom, drawing together and supporting the work of local heritage charities, community organisations and social enterprises.We provide an invaluable platform for members for knowledge sharing, peer-to-peer support and skills development. Our guidance helps groups throughout the lifetime of their project, from startup to managing their restored site.  The Heritage Network also gives this extraordinary grassroots movement a united voice, representing their views to government and funding bodies.

Heritage Network

Online workshop about Bid-writing and Fundraising, part of the Heritage Toolbox Programme for orgs in West Yorkshire.

Heritage Toolbox

A programme of free training and networking workshops for creative and community organisations operating from historic buildings in West Yorkshire.
Commissioned by West Yorkshire Combined Authority and delivered by Heritage Network and Locality.

<h3>Ticket sales for this event are now closed - if you'd still like to join us, please email charlotte@heritagenetwork.org.uk and we will be able to share details.</h3> <h3>Are you ready to turn your heritage project ideas into successful, fundable proposals?</h3> This hands-on workshop for groups in West Yorkshire will help you bridge the gap between planning and pitching, giving you the tools to write strong, fundable applications tailored to the heritage sector.You’ll learn how to:✅ Structure clear, compelling funding proposals ✅ Craft persuasive narratives that highlight your project’s value ✅ Present supporting documents that strengthen your case ✅ Align your application with funders’ priorities and expectationsThis session is perfect for anyone preparing to apply for grants or funding to support a heritage project—whether you're new to bidding or looking to improve your success rate. <h3>What You’ll Gain:</h3><ul><li>Confidence in writing compelling heritage-specific funding bids</li><li>Techniques for telling your project’s story effectively</li><li>Learn how to structure a strong application and present documents that support your case</li><li>Develop your project pitching skills</li><li>Guidance on common pitfalls and how to avoid them</li></ul>By the end of the session, you’ll be ready to turn your project plan into a winning pitch. <h3>Who Should Attend:</h3><ul><li>Volunteers, staff and trustees working on heritage projects in West Yorkshire</li><li>Community groups who operate from historic sites and spaces</li><li>Grant writers and fundraisers</li><li>Community and cultural groups</li><li>Anyone working to secure funding for heritage initiatives</li></ul> Don't miss our first Bid-Writing and Fundraising workshop on 26th June, <a href="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/get-funded-develop-a-fundraising-strategy-for-your-heritage-project-tickets-1335086984109?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/get-funded-develop-a-fundraising-strategy-for-your-heritage-project-tickets-1335086984109?aff=oddtdtcreator">Get Funded: Developing a Fundraising Strategy for Your Heritage Project.</a> <h3> </h3> <h3>Heritage Toolbox</h3><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/heritage-toolbox-3913893?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=odclsxcollection" title="https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/heritage-toolbox-3913893?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=odclsxcollection">Heritage Toolbox</a> is a pilot programme has been commissioned by West Yorkshire Combined Authority and will be delivered by Heritage Network and Locality. It is part of the £2.3 million You Can Make It Here programme. Funded by the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, You Can Make It Here aims to support and grow the region’s creative sector through a range of training and investment opportunities. <h3>Heritage Network</h3><a href="https://heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/heritage-toolbox-west-yorkshire/" title="https://heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/heritage-toolbox-west-yorkshire/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Heritage Network</a> (previously Heritage Trust Network) is the UK’s umbrella organisation for not-for-profits rescuing and restoring historic buildings, structures and places. We’re a member-led organisation with networking and peer-to-peer advice and learning at its heart.​ <h3>Locality</h3><a href="https://locality.org.uk/" title="https://locality.org.uk/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Locality</a> is the national membership network supporting local community organisations to be strong and successful. There are high numbers of Locality members based across all parts of Yorkshire. A significant number of Locality members run community hubs often with heritage value but not necessarily listed. <h3>Free tickets &amp; Travel Bursaries</h3>Organisations in West Yorkshire Combined Authority area can book for free, we ask that you also fill in the <a href="https://www.tfaforms.com/5166148" title="https://www.tfaforms.com/5166148" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">programme sign-up form</a>.We aim for all of our events to be inclusive, safe spaces where everyone's views and experiences are respected. Please read our <a href="https://heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/member-code-of-conduct/" title="https://heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/member-code-of-conduct/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">code of conduct</a> for more information.PrivacyBy submitting your details, you acknowledge and agree to the sharing of submitted personal data for evaluation purposes, with Heritage Network, West Yorkshire Combined Authority, and evaluators SQW. Further information, including contact details for the Data Protection Officer and information on your rights under the UK GDPR, can be found on the Combined Authority’s online privacy notice: <a href="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.westyorks-ca.gov.uk%2Ffooter%2Fprivacy-notice-and-cookie-policy%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cbeverley.gormley%40heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk%7Ce2224f4ddea94639697308dd54b2fbc3%7Cede05692ef69423db1d1e7a9d78d7cff%7C0%7C0%7C638759849904707905%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=u8yi66X8DiBekRIkXQUymdqtFrUyNMvIvhHqfHtjOPY%3D&reserved=0" title="https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.westyorks-ca.gov.uk%2Ffooter%2Fprivacy-notice-and-cookie-policy%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cbeverley.gormley%40heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk%7Ce2224f4ddea94639697308dd54b2fbc3%7Cede05692ef69423db1d1e7a9d78d7cff%7C0%7C0%7C638759849904707905%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=u8yi66X8DiBekRIkXQUymdqtFrUyNMvIvhHqfHtjOPY%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">West Yorkshire Combined Authority</a><a href="https://heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/heritage-toolbox-privacy-policy/" title="https://heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/heritage-toolbox-privacy-policy/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Read our privacy policy</a> If you would like to join the Heritage Trust Network and receive discounted ticket prices alongside lots of other membership benefits please go online to find out more information. Annual membership starts from just £75 for individuals, £100 for not-for-profit organisations, £250 for businesses. Heritage Trust Network is the UK's umbrella organisation for not-for-profit organisations that are rescuing, restoring and managing historic buildings and places. Join us today at <a href="https://www.heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/members/join-us/" title="https://www.heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/members/join-us/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.heritagetrustnetwork.org.uk/members/join-us/</a>

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