Communication is the key to grants success. When approaching funders and deciding which ones to target, where do you start? And are some ‘easier’ than others and which ones give … Continued
Author: Charlotte Francis The Philanthropy Australia AGM held in Melbourne on Thursday 19th April was a great opportunity to meet funders, thought leaders and others in the sector. President Alan … Continued
During one of our Melbourne Grant Seeker Workshops, participants were fortunate to have star guest Vedran Drakulic OAM, CEO of Gandel Philanthropy, talk about his insights and experiences as a … Continued
Author: Charlotte Francis Yesterday’s Generosity Forum in Melbourne was abuzz with enlightening conversations about what is happening in the sector now and into the future, and what needs … Continued
Author: Charlotte Francis A recent report Grants in Australia 2017 – a research study canvassing the views of more than 1,200 grants-seekers as part of a decade-long … Continued
“The most powerful person in the world is the story teller. The storyteller sets the vision, values and agenda of an entire generation that is to come.” – Steve Jobs … Continued
Author: Charlotte Francis I recently attended the Collins & Co NFP Conference at Melbourne’s iconic MCG. Getting out of the office and connecting with other not-for-profit professionals is … Continued
Author: Charlotte Francis I recently had the pleasure of listening to Kirk Pereira, Business Development Manager at Thankyou, a social enterprise founded in 2008 in response to global poverty. … Continued
After the FIA Conference in 2016, Kerin Welford Fundraising Manager at Assistance Dogs Australia, approached Strategic Grants for some grant-writing support. Founded in 1996, Assistance Dogs Australia is a national … Continued
Author: Charlotte Francis We need to get more young donors…This was the subject of the debate at the FIA 2016 SA Fundraising Showcase in Adelaide last week. I … Continued
Author: Charlotte Francis We’re always delighted when feedback from funders resonates with what we tell our clients is best practice. But there’s nothing like hearing it from the … Continued
Author: Charlotte Francis So you’ve done your research and identified a charitable foundation that is a great match for your organisation. You’ve called the funder and checked that … Continued