Bid Writing Training Course

Creating clear and compelling funding applications is essential for attracting investment into your organisation’s projects. This practical session explores how to plan effectively, understand what funders are looking for, and write confident, well‑structured bids that stand out.

What the session covers:

• How to plan effectively for successful bid writing

• How to develop a better understanding of what funders expect from applications

• How to effectively articulate your project to a funder

• Common reasons bids are rejected—and how to avoid them

• Budgeting basics

• The use of AI in funding applications

• How to make bid writing a less daunting process, and build it sustainably into your role

Who is it for?

Anyone involved in writing funding applications for charities, community groups or social enterprises.

Whether you’re starting from scratch or want to refine your approach, the session offers ideas you can apply immediately.

Why attend?

Successful bid writing isn’t about luck—it’s about understanding what funders are looking for and giving it to them in a way that makes you stand out.

This session gives you the knowledge, structure, and confidence to create stronger bids, attract more funding, and support the long‑term success of your organisation.

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For more information about this training please contact us on: Tel: 01642 249300 Email: [email protected]

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Host or Publisher Middlesbrough Voluntary Development Agency