Monday, September 29

Effective Grant Writing Strategies – 1 Day Virtual Workshop on Sept 29

Learn proven strategies to craft clear, compelling, and successful grant proposals in this 1-day virtual workshop.

Date and time

Location

Online

Agenda

Module1: Mapping the Funding Landscape

● Explore different types of funders (government, corporate, foundations) ● Understand funding cycles and application timelines ● Analyse current trends in grant funding

Module 2: Funder Fit & Opportunity Scanning

● Research and shortlist suitable funding opportunities ● Align your project objectives with funder goals ● Evaluate eligibility criteria and application scope

Module 3: Evidence & Impact Planning

● Use data and research to justify community or project need ● Develop a logic model to outline inputs, activities, and outcomes ● Incorporate stakeholder insights and real-world impact evidence

Module 4: Crafting the Compelling Summary

● Write a clear, persuasive executive summary or abstract ● Communicate key points in plain, funder-friendly language ● Highlight innovation and urgency concisely

Module 5: Building a Strong Narrative

● Structure background, problem statement, and proposed solution ● Apply storytelling techniques for emotional and logical appeal ● Maintain flow and consistency across all sections

Module 6: Methodology & Work-Plan Design

● Set SMART objectives tied to measurable outputs ● Design a phased timeline with deliverables and milestones ● Integrate risk mitigation and sustainability planning

Module 7: Budgeting & Justification

● Prepare a detailed, transparent line-item budget ● Justify costs in relation to project goals ● Understand indirect costs, in-kind contributions, and match funding

Module 8: Team & Partnership Presentation

● Present credentials and expertise of team members ● Define roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines ● Highlight collaborative partnerships and governance structures

Module 9: Review-Ready Writing

● Use plain language and maintain readability ● Stay within word/character limits while retaining meaning ● Avoid jargon, repetition, and common writing pitfalls

Module10: Submission, Compliance & Post-Award

● Understand online portals, formatting rules, and attachments ● Meet compliance standards (ethics, financial, documentation) ● Plan for follow-ups, reporting, and funder relationship management

Module11: Grant Resubmission & Reviewer Feedback

● Analyse reviewer comments to identify strengths and gaps ● Revise proposals strategically while maintaining core ideas ● Communicate improvements clearly in resubmissions or rebuttals

Module12: AI for Grant Writing

● Summarize lengthy grant guidelines or eligibility criteria. ● Rewrite for clarity, tone, and brevity. ● Help draft a response or resubmission letter.

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Highlights

8 hours
Online

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Business • Non Profit

Certificate: Course Completion Certificate

Duration: 1 Day

Course Delivery: Virtual Live

Language: English

Credits: 8

Time Zone Coverage

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ET

Applicable States in Eastern Time Zone (ET – 9:00 AM)

USA: Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Michigan (eastern part), Ohio, Indiana (eastern part), and Kentucky (eastern part), along with Washington, D.C.

Canada: Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Hamilton, Windsor, and most of southern/eastern Ontario and Quebec.

Central Time Zone (CDT – 8:00 AM)

USA: Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, Texas, Kansas, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Tennessee (western & central parts), Kentucky (western part), Florida (Panhandle west of Tallahassee), Indiana (northwest & southwest counties), and Michigan (western Upper Peninsula).

Canada: Manitoba, northwestern Ontario, and parts of Nunavut.

Course Overview:

This course equips participants with the practical skills and strategies needed to write compelling, fundable grant proposals. From identifying suitable funding sources to crafting persuasive narratives, the course walks learners through every stage of the grant writing process. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to enhance your current grant-writing capabilities, this course provides the tools to increase funding success rates.

Key Takeaways:

By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:

Identify, assess, and pursue appropriate grant opportunities
Structure and write a complete, persuasive grant proposal
Develop budgets, timelines, and evaluation plans for proposals
Understand submission protocols and post-award responsibilities
Respond effectively to reviewer feedback and improve resubmission success

Target Audience:

This course is designed for :

Non-profit professionals and NGO staff
Educational and research administrators
Government officers, healthcare providers, and social workers
Freelance or in-house grant writers and development officers
Entrepreneurs and start-up teams seeking project funding

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Frequently asked questions

Who should attend this workshop?

This course is ideal for nonprofit professionals, NGO staff, educators, researchers, government officers, healthcare providers, social workers, freelance or in-house grant writers, entrepreneurs, and start-up teams seeking project funding.

Do I need prior experience in grant writing?

No prior experience is required. This workshop is designed for both beginners and those who want to enhance their existing grant writing skills.

What will I learn in this workshop?

You will learn how to identify funding opportunities, craft persuasive proposals, design budgets and timelines, and respond effectively to reviewer feedback. The course also covers compliance, post-award responsibilities, and how AI tools can support grant writing.

What is the duration and format?

It is a 1-day virtual workshop conducted online, making it accessible from anywhere.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes, participants will receive a Course Completion Certificate upon successfully completing the workshop.

What platform do you use for virtual instructor-led training?

We typically use Zoom or Microsoft Teams for virtual training. Details and access links will be provided before the session.

What is your cancellation or rescheduling policy?

Participants are eligible to request a refund if the request is submitted at least 7 days before the scheduled training date. Approved refunds will be processed within 14 to 21 business days.

Who facilitating this workshop?

This workshop is facilitated by expert grant writing professionals with real-world funding and proposal experience.

Are your trainers certified and industry-experienced?

All our trainers are certified professionals with extensive industry experience and subject matter expertise in their respective fields.

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$427.60

Sep 29 · 6:00 AM PDT