Do you know how to create a good impression when applying for a grant?

This course is suitable for those who are applying for funding bids and are interested in learning how to present their financial information to impress the funder as well as what to look out for.

Course fees: £15 for VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise) organisations in Hertfordshire, or £35 for non-VCSE organisations with charitable aims in Hertfordshire.

If you require an invoice for your booking, please contact [email protected] prior to booking.

  • Understand your organisation’s income and expenditure and how to budget for a grant application, including full cost recovery

  • Learn real-life examples of what a funder is looking for when reading a budget in a grant application

  • How to avoid common financial pitfalls when applying for a grant

Learning outcomes

By the end of the this course you will be able to:

  • Understand how to design a budget for a funding application, including estimate of costs

  • Know how to present financial information

  • Know what funders look for when submitting financial information

About the trainer

Jacquie Hime

Jacquie Hime is a knowledgeable and passionate supporter of the voluntary and community sector with a successful track record of applying for grants and contracts. She provides training on governance, fundraising, finance and organisational development.

Cancellation terms

If you are unable to attend this course please contact [email protected] with at least 48 hours’ notice to cancel your place. HCF Training & Development reserves the right to keep the course fee in the case of non-attendance of this course without proper notice. Within the 48 hour notice period your course place may be transferred to another eligible individual from your organisation, but not transferred to another course.

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