Writing for Impact: make your funding applications stand out
Session 3 of 7 of our fundraising series, learn to write for impact in your applications to funders and make your case for support stand out. FREE
In this session you will find out how to make your writing and applications clearer and stand out.
We will explore:
- using behavioural economics to transform your charity messaging
- top tips on what works including language and layout
- funders pet peeves
- types of writing including Free Form Applications, Letters and Applications
- case for support and the key messages you need to include
- useful resources
Who should attend
Sessions are aimed at smaller organisations who might have limited capacity for fundraising. You might be the only person responsible for fundraising or you might not have much fundraising experience.
About the Trainer
Lucy Stone of No Stone Unturned Fundraising, has worked in the Charity sector for over 20 years and has raised £97million. Lucy specialises in supporting grassroots community organisations in Sussex and arts/culture sector organisations. She helps them to raise more through trusts and foundations, diversify their income and make better connections with their funders and supporters. Lucy is also a proud trustee of Pelican Parcels, Brighton & Hove’s only baby bank.
Administered by Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester. Any enquiries regarding these sessions, please contact admin@vaac.org.uk
Book more in the series
Ask Lucy Anything About Fundraising! Wednesday 10 September
Untapped Fundraising Potential: How can you find new ways to raise funds? Thursday 16 October
Trustee Training – Fundraising: Where can trustees start? Tuesday 4 November
Managing your relationships with your donors and funders, Tuesday 9 December
We have all sorts of funding support to help you
If you have specific funding or fundraising questions or require other support, please do get in touch.
You’ll also find a range of fundraising support within our Help & Guidance pages.