Grant Writing: How to prepare a winning application

This practical workshop is designed for Aboriginal Corporations, local governments, peak bodies, and community organisations wanting to secure funding for key projects.

Whether you’re preparing an infrastructure, economic development or community initiative, this session will help you get ‘grant ready’ with the tools and knowledge to plan and write a strong, evidence-based submission.

This session is a great starting point for anyone keen to build confidence in project planning and navigating funding opportunities.

Session format:

Interactive Workshop – Practical Tools and Group Learning

Participants will:

• Identify and review suitable grant opportunities
• Learn what makes a strong funding proposal
• Explore how to align projects with funding priorities
• Work through tips for writing clear, compelling responses to criteria
• Understand strategies for collecting supporting evidence and data

Q&A and peer learning opportunities will be embedded throughout the session.

Who should attend:

• Aboriginal Corporations and peak bodies with upcoming projects
• Local councils preparing proposals
• Community organisations seeking funding for mid to large-scale initiatives

Note: This session may not be suitable for one-off small grant applications.

Key takeaways:

• Clear understanding of what funders look for
• Practical strategies to strengthen proposals
• Tools to plan projects effectively and support them with strong evidence
• Resources to help you continue your grant-writing journey

Facilitator:

Sally Clayton – Mint Key Pty Ltd