Innovation into Action - Step-by-Step Guide

Stage One

Stage Two

Stage Three

Stage Four

Stage Five

Stage Three - Funding

Good Practice Tips - Applying for Funding

Assume that the funder has no prior knowledge of your project or the local area
Don't use acronyms
Ask a third party to read a draft version of the application and offer their advice
Be clear and concise
Think about presentation. Is it easy to read? Include a covering letter and if appropriate page numbers and a contents page. If you are submitting extra information then ensure that it is referred to in the main application and titled appropriately. In the budget do not forget to include other funding including help in kind and volunteer time input. It is important that the funders are able to read your application and obtain the information they require for assessment, otherwise they could send the form back
Remember to answer the question asked and not the question you wish had been asked
Ensure that you answer all the questions
Do not leave any parts blank
Any information you feel would help your application that has not been covered in the application form could be submitted separately. Try to ensure that this is kept to a minimum because the funders receive many applications and do not necessarily wish to plough through mountains of paper so keep it short and to the point