Advice Hub | Bid writing
Grant application checklist
Use our checklist to ensure your school has the best chance of success
What to do before applying for grants
Don’t start that grant application yet! The best path to success is to take a step back and prepare, says grants specialist Claire Welburn
Bid writing: Tips on writing a winning grant bid
School income generation expert Justin Smith has five tips to create a compelling grant bid
10 steps to grant success
Make sure your school’s application stands out from the crowd
Write a successful grant bid
Bid-writing expert Justin Smith shares his tips for grant income success
Bid-writing DO’s and DON’Ts
These essential tips will help you craft a compelling application
Tools for a level playing field
Find out why the Wolfson Foundation wants to help schools with fundraising
Access denied
Bid-writing expert Rachel Gordon on the most common reasons why grant applications get turned down - and how to avoid it happening to you
How to fund an ambitious project
How to plan and succeed when exceeding your usual fundraising limits
Using a bid-writing expert
When does it pay to hire a bid-writing expert to complete your grant application for you?
How to write an evidence-based bid
Using evidence and data to back up your bid can increase your chances of success
How to make a video for grant applications
The funding you need might be just one video away. Emma Bracegirdle explains how your smartphone can unlock the school and PTA’s fundraising potential