Quickly let the funder know (ideally in the very first paragraph):
- Why the bid is relevant – what the problem is
- Strategic fit – explain how your application links to other priorities and initiatives
- What the outcomes and impact will be if they fund it
- Why your organisation is ideally placed to deliver the project
- How the project will support equality and diversity
- How the project will demonstrate added value/additionality
- How your project will be managed
- Develop the project plan
- How you will disseminate your project findings
- How you will monitor the delivery of your project
- How you will evaluate your project
- What lasting/sustained impact the project will have
- Develop and present a clear financial plan
- How your project demonstrates value for money
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