Grants aren't really just about money

By Jo Moar - Organisational Consultant

Empowering Not for Profits to Build a Resilient Future

www.mursetter.co.nz

“Grants aren’t really just about money. They’re also about being able to do work you know is important, being able to better serve communities that you care about, or solving and addressing problems and challenges in our world,” Betty Lai, PhD, Boston College.

Funders all share a common objective: to maximize their funds for the greatest impact in local communities. Each funder has specific criteria guiding their funding decisions, including priority areas. It's important to understand that funders' criteria are carefully considered, and simply “massaging your applications to fit” won't guarantee funding.

As an organisation seeking funding, you must craft your story to align with the funder's mission and demonstrate how you can help them achieve their goals. Writing funding applications isn't a one-size-fits-all process; each application must be tailored to meet the funder's unique requirements, which can be time-consuming and resource-intensive.

Jo has a successful recent track record, assisting in securing over $500,000 in funding for organisations like FC Twenty 11, Golden Bay AFC, Burnside Park Tennis Club, Wellington United AFC and Special Friends Sports Trust to help provide positive experiences. Reach out to her today to discover Mursetter Consultants can assist you in clarifying your WHY and assist you in securing the funding you need.