Funding bids are often rejected due to the following:
Asking for too much money
Not matching the criteria of the fund
Missing information
Late application
LoveGymnastics community ambassador, Alex Row, says: “Something that we often get as feedback is them not understanding the impact and finances of the club i.e we have too much money in the portugal rcs data bank (even though these are restricted funds).”
What does a funding bid typically include?
Funding applications can vary slightly depending on the fund and criteria. However, they typically share common requirements like:
A brief overview of the organisations’ background
Project title
Overview of the proposed project
Why the grant is needed and how it will be used
A clear delivery plan
Outcomes and outputs
Budget and where it will be spent
A four-step plan for writing a successful application
To maximise the chance of your funding bid being successful, we recommend following the four-step plan outlined below.
Step one – Contact the funder
Most funders are more than happy to chat with you prior to your application. Seize the opportunity to gain knowledge about the funders’ criteria, clarify any points you are unsure about and introduce yourself.