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£ Winning High Value Bids - Masterclass

A practical course that will help to improve your chances of winning larger grants and contracts

Who the course is for
This course is for those involved in fundraising who are preparing for or working on a live bid (£10k+) and/or those who have had a recent bid rejected and wish to understand how to improve their chances in the future.
Those attending should have completed HCF’s Writing Successful Grant Applications (formerly Grants and Foundations) course or equivalent and have practical experience of writing bids/applications (a minimum of 5).

Course Date: 03/03/2020
Start Time: 09.30, 09.15 registration
End Time:13.30
Venue: Peartree Primary School, 148 Shephall Green, Stevenage, SG2 9GG

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Course Content:

This course combines trainer input with practical exercises
  • How to research and prepare your bid/application

  • Evidencing need and gathering information

  • Writing high scoring answers to meet funders’ criteria

  • How to tender for contracts (e.g. with Hertfordshire County Council), and which are right for you

  • Creating a bid plan to manage your time and resources

  • How to win – best practice, top tips, common mistakes



Learning Outcomes:

Participants completing this course will be able to:
  • Identify and evaluate potential sources of income

  • Describe what is required to score highly and win applications and contracts

  • Know how to improve their own bids and applications



About the Trainer:

Jacquie Hime previously Director of North Herts CVS is now an independent consultant supporting clients with applications and providing training on fundraising and governance. She has a successful track record of applying for grants and contracts.

Cost:

£25 – CVS Members
£35 – VCS
£70 – Private/Statutory

Booking Contact:

01462 689 400

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