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  • Top Tips On Completing Funding Applications

    Created: 03/02/2026
    News/Events Category: Training and Learning
    This item will show under the following categories: Funding and Finance  

    When: 6.00 - 8.00pm, Tuesday 16 June 2026
    Where: Online
    This event is being organised by Fife Voluntary Action
    This particular event is free to attend, so no payment is required.


    It is too late to book a place for this particular session, sorry about that.

    This session is about successfully completing funding applications and will guide you to effectively find appropriate funders and funding opportunities, understand funders’ priorities, and construct compelling proposals that meet application criteria.  

    Key topics include project planning, budgeting, defining clear outcomes, writing engaging narratives, demonstrating organisational capability, and adhering to guidelines to increase success rates and avoid common pitfalls.  

    What you’ll learn  

    • What to do before applying 
    • How to involve others 
    • How to demonstrate impact  
    • Recording progress 
    • Defining your project  
    • Understanding the finances 
    • Identifying potential funders 
    • Areas to work on 
    • Your mission 
    • Getting ready to apply 
    • Managing the success 

    This session will be led by Cat Cockburn, Grants Manager at FVA.

    Who should attend?  

    • Trustees/Board/Committee members   
    • Directors and managers   
    • Anyone who would be responsible for completing funding applications 

    This session is beginner friendly.  You’ll walk away from this session with practical, easy-to-use tips you can apply straight away!   


    Phone: 01592 760720
    E-mail: [email protected]


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