Grant Writing Fundamentals for Small Business - Held in Karratha

Are you wanting to learn the fundamentals to create the best grant application possible? By attending this FREE workshop you will find out what funders want, what you need to think about, what you will need to demonstrate and what to include in a compelling submission.

This workshop provides small business owners with practical guidance on finding, assessing and applying for grants. Participants will learn how to determine whether a grant is right for their business, understand eligibility and assessment criteria, plan their application, develop a clear project description and budget, and avoid common mistakes. The workshop will focus on practical steps participants can use when preparing future grant applications.

Outcome:

A practical workshop designed to help small businesses understand the grant application process, identify suitable funding opportunities and prepare stronger, more effective grant applications.

Main Topics Covered:

• Where to find grant and funding opportunities

• Understanding grant guidelines and eligibility requirements

• Deciding whether a grant is the right fit

• Understanding assessment criteria

• Planning before starting an application

• Writing a clear project description

• Demonstrating the need and benefits of a project

• Setting objectives and expected outcomes

• Preparing a realistic project budget

• Identifying supporting documents and evidence

• Addressing selection criteria effectively

• Common grant-writing mistakes to avoid

• Reviewing an application before submission

• What happens after an application is submitted

Suitable for: Small business owners, sole traders, start-ups and aspiring business owners who want to better understand how grants work and improve their confidence when applying for funding opportunities. No previous grant-writing experience is required.

Note: Maximum of 2 bookings per business.

Presenter: Lynette Smoje, SBDC Reginal Business Advisor from IPS Management Consultants.

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IPS Management Consultants is a provider of SBDC Regional services in the South West, Peel, Mid West/Gascoyne, Pilbara and Wheatbelt regions.

This SBDC Regional workshop is funded by the State Government through the Small Business Development Corporation.