FREE Course - Grant Writing & Bid Writing Essentials for Non-Profits

The Grant Writing and Bid Writing Essentials for Non-Profits course is expertly designed to help individuals and organizations gain essential skills to secure funding through well-crafted grant proposals and bids. In the competitive nonprofit landscape, effective proposal writing can make the difference between thriving and struggling.

This course offers a complete introduction to grant writing—starting with different types of grants, aligning with funder priorities, preparing your organization, writing persuasive proposals, and creating realistic budgets. You'll also explore the grant application and review process, ethical practices, and continuous improvement strategies.

In the bid writing section, the course covers planning, proposal development, structuring responses, identifying unique selling points (USPs), understanding client needs, and estimating costs effectively.

Whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned nonprofit professional, this course provides the skills to create winning proposals and bids, contributing directly to the success and sustainability of your organization.

Learning Outcomes

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

• Understand the fundamentals of grant and bid writing for non-profits
• Research and identify relevant funding opportunities and clients
• Prepare your organisation for successful grant submissions and bids
• Write persuasive and impactful grant proposals
• Create well-structured budgets and financial plans
• Navigate the grant application and review process confidently
• Maintain ethical standards in all writing and funding activities
• Use a structured approach to writing bids
• Align your proposals with client expectations
• Highlight your organisation's USPs and value proposition
• Estimate and price proposals effectively

Key Features

• CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally
• Access to expert-developed online course materials
• Interactive and self-paced learning
• Full-year access to all lessons and resources
• Support via email, phone, and chat (Monday to Friday)
• Suitable for learners from all backgrounds
• Developed by industry professionals
• Practical guidance for real-world applications

Who is This Course For

This course is ideal for:

• Non-profit professionals seeking to improve funding strategies
• Aspiring grant writers entering the non-profit sector
• Volunteers and board members aiming to support fundraising efforts
• Development officers and fundraising coordinators
• Project or programme managers requiring proposal writing skills
• Individuals pursuing a freelance career in grant and bid writing

Requirements

• No prior experience or qualifications required
• Open to learners from any academic or professional background
• Access to a device with an internet connection
• Motivation to enhance non-profit funding skills

Disclaimer

This is an online course delivered through pre-recorded lessons. Access details will be sent via email within 24 to 48 hours (typically much sooner).