Get that Grant! – The Grants Workshop for Grants Writers

Who Should Attend

This workshop is the ideal, practical guide for any Grant Writer interested in applying for grants. This is a practical step by step workshop where grants from both the public and private sector will assessed. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions. A discussion will also take place with regard to current developments in the Grants sector.

Top Tips You will learn in the workshop

Mastering Grant Writing in 2025: Essential Strategies for Grant Writer

Why Grant Writing Matters More Than Ever

Successful grant writing unlocks hundreds of millions in funding annually.
Today’s landscape demands sharper skills and smarter strategies.

Tip #1: Follow Directions to the Letter

Missing deadlines or ignoring formatting rules can disqualify your proposal outright.
Match funder language exactly—e.g., “zero emission vehicles” vs “clean cars.”
Submit PDFs to preserve formatting and include all required attachments.

Tip #2: Build Strong Programs First

Funders invest in programs that are well-designed and realistic.
Assess community needs, set measurable goals, and identify capacity gaps before writing.
Your proposal is a story pitching a viable solution, not just a request for money.

Tip #3: Tell a Compelling Story

Grant writing is storytelling: connect data with real human impact.
Use narrative reports to show learning, adaptation, and outcomes beyond metrics.
Engage reviewers emotionally and logically.

2025 Trend: Trust-Based Philanthropy is Reshaping Relationships

Funders now prefer multi-year commitments and shared accountability.
Build ongoing, transparent communication—even outside grant cycles.
Create “trust agreements” to set mutual expectations and deepen partnerships.

2025 Trend: AI Tools as Your Grant Writing Copilot

Use AI for brainstorming, drafting boilerplate, and summarising data.
Always revise AI-generated content to maintain your mission’s voice and accuracy.
Develop internal guidelines for ethical and effective AI use.

Pro Tips for Efficient Grant Writing

Maintain a content library of boilerplate text and past answers to speed up proposals.
Set internal deadlines at least one week before funder deadlines for review.
Proofread rigorously and get fresh eyes to catch errors or unclear sections.

Building a Winning Grant Strategy

Set clear, achievable fundraising goals aligned with your organisation’s mission.
Vet and prioritise well-matched funders; avoid “spray and pray” approaches.
Cultivate funder relationships year-round with meaningful updates and honesty.

Your Next Steps to Grant Writing Success

Embrace evolving trends: trust-based philanthropy, data-driven storytelling, and AI.
Invest in program design before proposal writing.
Build lasting funder partnerships through transparency and communication.
Start today: refine your strategy, sharpen your story, and write with confidence!

Testimonials

An informative workshop that gave a good mix on creative technique and practical aspects of writing grants. Keith was an interesting and entertaining tutor. I'd be interested in any follow up workshops

Great Workshop! I could have listened to Keith all day. Very engaging and informative. Answered all the questions put him in a comprehensive fashion

Glad I enrolled in this workshop. A lot of information provided. Good value for money. A lot of different aspects of grants writing covered