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💡 3 Things Every Funder Looks for in a Grant Application Securing a grant can be game-changing for charities, social enterprises, and not-for-profits. But what exactly are funders looking for? In our latest article, we break down the essentials every funder wants to see in a successful application: 1️⃣ A Clear Mission: Show funders who you are and why your work matters. 2️⃣ Solid Financials: Demonstrate that you’re financially stable and able to manage the funding effectively. 3️⃣ Evidence of Impact: Prove your organisation’s positive impact with real data and success stories. Read it here - https://lnkd.in/eSNEnJFt With these tips, you’ll have the insights needed to put together a compelling application that aligns perfectly with funders’ priorities. 👉 Ready to make your application stand out? North West Numbers CIC is here to help. We provide tailored guidance to help you showcase your mission, finances, and impact in a way funders can’t ignore. Get in touch for expert advice and take the first step towards securing the funding your organisation deserves! #GrantWriting #SocialEnterprise #NotForProfit #CharityFunding #FundingSuccess #FinancialClarity #NorthWestNumbersCIC #FundYourMission

💡 3 Things Every Funder Looks for in a Grant Application Securing a grant can be game-changing for charities, social enterprises, and not-for-profits. But what exactly are funders looking for? In our latest article, we break down the essentials every funder wants to see in a successful application: 1️⃣ A Clear Mission: Show funders who you are and why your work matters. 2️⃣ Solid Financials: Demonstrate that you’re financially stable and able to manage the funding effectively. 3️⃣ Evidence of Impact: Prove your organisation’s positive impact with real data and success stories. Read it here - https://lnkd.in/eSNEnJFt With these tips, you’ll have the insights needed to put together a compelling application that aligns perfectly with funders’ priorities. 👉 Ready to make your application stand out? North West Numbers CIC is here to help. We provide tailored guidance to help you showcase your mission, finances, and impact in a way funders can’t ignore. Get in touch for expert advice and take the first step towards securing the funding your organisation deserves! #GrantWriting #SocialEnterprise #NotForProfit #CharityFunding #FundingSuccess #FinancialClarity #NorthWestNumbersCIC #FundYourMission

WHY SHOULD YOU BE COLLECTING ROBUST EVIDENCE OF YOUR IMPACT? Evidence of your impact is GOLD DUST to businesses and charities. Being able to prove the difference that you make through the work you do is priceless. There are so many things you can do with that evidence. But don't just take it from me. See what my clients say... For Liz Fordham, CEO of charity Making Me...it's going to be transformational. She is now able to focus on the long-term and the sustainability of her organisation, rather than having to exist day-to-day... "Because the data that you gathered for us is both robust and independent it has enabled us to apply to bigger pots of national funding rather than simply restrict ourselves to smaller local pots. Our hope is that this will give us access to longer-term funding which will allow us to focus growth and expansion rather than simply day to day existence." Join me on Tuesday next week if you want to find out how to begin collecting evidence that your membership or group programme REALLY makes a difference. https://lnkd.in/eD_Z7ain #impactmatters #makeanimpact #whatsyourimpact #theimpactspecialist #groupprogramme #membership

🌊 Navigating the Financial Waters: A Guide to Choosing the Perfect Finance System for Your Charity 🚀 Securing the best financial system is crucial for the thriving of any charity. It's more than just balancing the books; it's about empowering your mission to create a greater impact. That's why we've crafted a detailed guide to assist you in making this vital choice. In our blog post, we explore the essential considerations for picking a financial system tailored to your charity's needs. We discuss everything from scalability and compliance to ease of use and support, ensuring you're well-equipped to choose a system that fits your objectives and principles. Perfect for leaders of expanding charities or those aiming to enhance their financial operations, this guide is designed with you in mind. 🔎 🌐 Jump into the guide now: https://lnkd.in/ePCjTN5R #CharityFinance #InnovationForGood #NonProfitTech #FinancialSolutions #TechInCharity

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📢 Back by popular demand! 🌟 CEO Training Course - Building Income Resilience, with Leah Selinger. ▶ https://lnkd.in/eg4C2urc. This course will help you to build income resilience in testing economic times. 🍂 You will explore how best to protect and nurture existing income and how to identify plausible new income options, all in the context of today’s environment. 🍂 You will then consider how to navigate the practical and ethical issues that may arise and how to lead the structural and cultural change you may need to introduce. 🍂 You will do all this in the company of your fellow participants who will all be CEOs of small charities. This will give you an opportunity to share your own experiences and learn from the experiences of others. #ceo #charityceo #smallcharity #charitytraining #charityevent #resilience

Recent findings reveal that 42% of charity trustees have experienced poor customer service from banks, primarily due to a lack of understanding of their unique needs. This has led to significant barriers in managing their finances effectively. Our latest article explores: • The specific challenges faced by charities in the banking sector • The importance of tailored support for the not-for-profit sector • Practical solutions for banks to better serve these essential organisations Charities play a vital role in our communities and it is imperative for financial institutions to provide the necessary support to ensure their sustainability and success. Read the full article to discover how we can bridge this gap and create a more supportive financial environment for charities. https://lnkd.in/e_yp3PgN Laura Proudfoot Philip Black Sam Subesinghe

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On Tuesday 26th, we're hosting a free workshop for local #Reading SMEs and charities, all about how to improve your bid writing and processes. If you want to maximise your organisation's impact, this workshop is for you. We'll cover: 💡 The five key steps to bidding successfully 💡 Why a bid isn't over even when it's been won... or lost 💡 How to work out where your gaps are, and how to improve them  💡 Where to go for help in the long-term 💡 Group Q&A on your specific challenges. Bring your thorniest problems and we'll help you solve them! Join our director, Sam Nimmo, and one of our experienced writers, Laura Bannister, along with the team from Connect Reading, to learn how to level up your bidding. To register, head to: https://lnkd.in/eGp2XTax Grace Loweth Lorraine Briffitt #bidwriting #berkshire #bidwriter #proposalwriter #fundraising #grantapplicatio