Grant Bid Writing Programme

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Course Overview 

The Bid Writing Programme is an intensive two-day learning experience designed to equip professionals with the essential knowledge, skills, and confidence to create compelling grant applications and manage funded projects effectively.

Blending expert guidance, practical exercises, and real-world insights, this programme takes participants through the complete lifecycle of a grant from identifying the right opportunities, to writing strong, competitive bids, through to delivering projects, gathering evidence, and meeting funder requirements.

Whether you are new to grant funding or looking to strengthen existing skills, this programme provides the tools needed to secure funding and deliver outcomes with impact.

At a glance

Virtual Classroom
13/04/2026 - 14/04/2026
£1250 + VAT
13 places remaining
By the end of Day 1, participants will be able to:
  • Describe the purpose of the programme and identify key learning outcomes.
  • Differentiate between grants and contracts, including the strategic implications of each.
  • Identify when and why organisations apply for grants and assess the suitability of grant funding for their needs.
  • Understand the main types of grants available, including eligibility criteria and common funders.
  • Locate and interpret grant information, using a range of sources to research suitable opportunities.
  • Recognise the key components of a strong grant application, including what funders typically look for.
  • Assess common pitfalls and challenges in the grant application process and develop practical strategies to overcome them. 
By the end of Day 2, participants will be able to:
  • Review and consolidate learning from Day 1, applying core principles to project planning and delivery.
  • Understand the requirements for successful delivery of funded projects, including pre-project planning and compliance expectations.
  • Identify the processes and considerations involved in implementing a funded project, including managing resources, risks, and timelines.
  • Determine what evidence must be collected throughout the project, understand why it is required, and plan effective monitoring systems.
  • Explain key post-project considerations, including reporting, evaluation, sustainability, and preparing for future funding opportunities. 
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This programme is ideal for anyone involved in seeking, writing, or delivering grant-funded projects, including:

· Charities & voluntary organisations

· Public sector teams

· Social enterprises

· Education and cultural organisations

· Community groups and programme leads

· Anyone responsible for trust fundraising or project delivery

Choosing the right training is essential when your goal is to secure funding and deliver projects that make a meaningful difference. Our Bid Writing Programme stands out because it combines

strategic insight, practical tools, and real-world experience to ensure participants not only learn how to write bids, but why certain approaches lead to success.

Practical Learning You Can Apply Immediately

This programme goes far beyond theory. Every concept is grounded in practical examples, proven techniques, and step-by-step guidance that you can take back to your organisation and use straight away. Whether you're shaping a project idea, drafting an application, or managing a grant-funded initiative, you’ll gain tools you can apply from day one.

Designed for Real-World Funding Environments

The training reflects the realities of today’s competitive funding landscape. You’ll learn how funders make decisions, what influences scoring, and how to articulate your organisation’s value in a way that resonates. Participants leave understanding not only how to write a good application, but how to write one that stands out.

Expert-Led Insight from Experienced Practitioners

Led by our tutor Tracy Ricketts who has extensive experience in grant funding, project delivery, and funding assessment, the programme offers practical insight into what works and what doesn’t. You’ll receive guidance shaped by years of hands-on practice, successful applications, and lessons learned across sectors.

Skills That Strengthen Organisational Success

The programme builds capabilities that extend well beyond writing bids. You’ll develop skills in strategic planning, project design, risk management, evidence gathering, evaluation, and sustainability capabilities that strengthen your organisation’s long-term effectiveness and funding readiness.

Interactive, Supportive, and Confidence-Building

Participants learn through discussion, guided exercises, examples, and collaborative activities. This supportive and interactive approach helps build confidence, allowing learners to fully understand the funding process and feel more prepared to represent their organisation in competitive processes.

Transferable Across Roles and Sectors

Whether you work in the voluntary sector, public sector, social enterprise, arts, education, or community development, the skills gained are relevant, adaptable, and easily applied across a wide range of funding contexts.

A Complete Journey Through the Grant Lifecycle

Unlike many courses that focus solely on writing applications, this programme covers the entire grant lifecycle from opportunity research and bid writing, to delivery, monitoring, and post-project responsibilities. This holistic approach ensures you have the knowledge to secure funding and manage it successfully.

You will leave equipped not only to write strong, competitive bids but also to deliver projects that meet funder expectations, demonstrate impact, and position their organisation for long-term success.