Grant funders receive far more applications than they can fund, but a strong application starts well before you begin writing. 

The best grant applications are well planned, backed with evidence and support, and clearly communicate why a project matters.

Here a few practical tips from Local Impact Melbourne's grant expert India Grigg to help strengthen your next application.

1. Make sure your project is the right fit - Look for funding opportunities that align with what you're already trying to achieve. Funders also want projects that clearly support their objectives. 🧩

2. Back up your story with evidence - Use local data, community feedback, research, evaluation findings or letters of support to demonstrate the need for your project. πŸ“ˆ

3. Make sure your budget makes sense - Ensure your funding request is realistic and clearly linked to the activities you're proposing. πŸ’²

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As a Social Enterprise, we are always thinking about sustainability. ♻️

Social Traders have just mapped the ingredients to success in their latest research and we are so pleased
to hear our own story validated in this research.

If you are a Social Enterprise or looking to become one, this is essential reading.

πŸ”— https://www.socialtraders.com.au/sustainable-impact-research

@socialtraders_au 

#SocialEnterprise #SocialTraders #LocalImpact
Join Wyndham City Council and Local Impact for a free, practical workshop for local not-for-profits and community groups looking for new ways to fund their work. πŸ’œ

Facilitated by funding expert Pamela Sutton-Legaud (Fundraiser's Handbook), the session will explore different ways to raise money, including sponsorships, donations, memberships, crowdfunding and events. 

You’ll learn more about the different options available, explore what might work for your organisation and connect with others in the community. 🀝

The session includes a presentation, Q&A, a break and a practical activity to help you think about funding options for your organisation.

Details:
πŸ“… Wednesday 26 August 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:30pm
πŸ“Wyndham Civic Centre, 45 Princes Highway, Werribee VIC 3030 (Function Rooms 2 and 3)
🎟️ Free (cost is free, need to register)

Spaces are limited! Register now to secure you spot via the link in our bio.

@wyndham_city 

#WyndhamCityCouncil #LocalImpact #Funding101
Earlier this month, Local Impact attended Concern Australia's Open Day at their Sunshine headquarters. πŸ’œ

Concern Australia works to create positive opportunities in vocational education, employment, justice and housing for youth, supporting young people to build on their  talents, resilience and goals.

It was a pleasure to connect with a fellow organisation championing co-design and impact in Melbourne's west. 🀝

Thank you, Concern Australia, for the amazing work you do to uplift our young people.

#ConcernAustralia #LocalImpact #MelbournesWest #Sunshine
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