What is ‘Deductible Gift Recipient’ or DGR Status? Charities endorsed by the ATO as deductible gift recipients (DGRs). Why become a ‘Deductible Gift Recipient’? To open up funding/fundraising opportunities PLUS cement your charities purpose...
The Gambling Community Benefit Fund (GBCF) is Queensland’s largest one-off community grants program, distributing approximately $57 million of funds to Not-for-Profits (NFP) and community groups each year. But how easy is it to apply? Applying is simple. Being...
Grant writing is often thought of, and even advertised, by some freelancers as a creative writing exercise. But why is this NOT true? Accountability Firstly, funding (ESPECIALLY government funding) needs to be accountable, transparent and justifiable. If the...
Ask Yourself These Questions? Does my business have a library of funding sources specifically relevant to our needs and aspirations? If we do have one, do we review it regularly to effectively plan opportunities we wish to explore in advance? We have put together a...
What is a Capability Statement? A Capability Statement is an overview of your organisations background, experience, achievements, accreditations and partnerships. It is a tool designed to concisely communicate to your target audience, specific information about your...
What is a good success rate? Some grant writers claim a success rate of greater than 80%, but the University of Michigan asserts that if you are applying for everything that crosses your table, then the most experienced and highly capable grant writers can expect to...