Powys Well Being Activity Grant

Powys Well Being Activity Grant 2012/13 The aim of the grant is to support the priority areas outlined within the Powys Public Health Strategic Framework and be core to the ‘Our Healthy Future’ priority areas for action which include; reducing smoking prevalence, increasing physical activity and healthy eating, reducing the harm associated with alcohol and substance misuse, reducing the number of teenage pregnancies, increase health in the workplace, Increase immunisation and vaccination rates, reducing accidents and injuries, increasing mental well-being and reducing inequities in health Granta aare avaialbel between £1,000 - £5,000. There are a number of restrictions on the funding.... The grant cannot be used for salary costs, training of statutory, public or private employees; however payment for training third sector employees and volunteers to deliver health improvement or protection work is permitted.Part- fund an activity or project that is already receiving funding from the Welsh Government. However it can be used to undertake work that is in addition to an existing commitment or to communicate an activity which is receiving funding from the Welsh Government.Commission a consultant to advise on a strategy, action plan, programme or project. Fund public sector policy development, conferences, workshops or meetings. The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 7 September 2012. For application forms contact marie.grannell@wales.nhs.uk or Marie Grannell on 01874 712729.

Alec Dickson Trust

The Alec Dickson Trust provides grants of up to £500 to help young people of up to 30 or small groups of young people to run a volunteering project in their local area. The fund seeks to support projects that enhance the lives of others, particularly those most marginalised by society such as, the homeless, those with drug dependency problems and people with disabilities. For further information on how to apply contact alecdicksontrust@gmail.com or call 020 7278 6601. Alternatively visit http://www.alecdicksontrust.org.uk/

CFAP

If you are considering applying to CFAP (Communities Facilities Activities Programme), be aware that the deadline and the end of the month is the last round. A new scheme will be launched next year, but is is not yet known the remit of this.

Funding tips

TIPS Before applying to a trust, check out their page on the charity commission website. I always go through their accounts as these will show who and the amounts of money they have been giving to. Some will also have some information on the projects they have funded. You can also find who the trustees are, and from that what other trusts they are involved with, and through a bit of 'googling' their interests which may help you form your case in the application.

Free consultancy support -

Free Consultancy Support for Small Charities (well an income under £1 million!) FROM INSTITUTE OF FUNDRAISING) DEADLINE TO APPLY 16 JULY We are delighted to be able to offer three small charities access to free consultancy through our Office for Civil Society (OCS) project. Building on the success of the award made to Support Dogs in Year 1 of the project, we are offering a further three small charities access to the consultancy skills of volunteers from the high profile management consultancy The Cranfield Trust. The Cranfield Trust is a nationally respected charity providing free management consultancy for charities and social enterprise groups involved in issues of poverty, disability or social exclusion. Highly skilled managers from the commercial sector act as Trust volunteers throughout the country. If you are anticipating change and need one to one support in planning and managing your organisation and services, Cranfield Trust volunteer consultants will work alongside you, providing advice and mentoring. Their skills cover a wide range of issues, including Reviewing strategic and business plans Financial management and forecasting Feasibility plans for income generation activities Marketing and communications Developing IT systems Human Resources and staffing The award will see three small charities receiving tailored management support from a Cranfield Trust volunteer consultant in developing or updating a strategic business plan. This support will be between 5 to 13 days worth of support depending on the needs of the organisation and has the monetary value of at least £5,000. What will the award include? Organisation health check and review of financial position and operations Action planning to manage through the challenges of the coming 12-24 months One to one tailored support from skilled volunteer consultant through business planning process working with Chief Executive, Board and staff as appropriate Access to free learning through the Institute of Fundraising’s OCS project What are the eligibility criteria to take part in the programme? Organisations must be able to show that: They have an annual voluntary income of £1million or less They are working to address issues of poverty, disability or social exclusion How to apply Please complete this application form and send to smallcharitiestraining@institute-of-fundraising.org.uk by 5pm on Monday 16th July 2012. Applicants will be informed as to whether they have been accepted onto the scheme the week commencing 30th July 2012. If you have any queries or wish to speak to someone regarding your application please contact Annie Clarke, Head of Learning Development on 07585 967678 or email annie@institute-of-fundraising.org.uk

Santander Foundation 'top tips'

Top ten tips from the Santander Foundation Great applications don’t start with the application form. You should start by reviewing what your charity needs in order to reach its goals over the next year to three years. Don’t chase the money. Have a funding strategy and stick to it. Once you’ve identified which funders you are going to approach visit their own website or get a copy of their latest funding guidelines. Don’t rely on abstracts on other organisation’s websites. Read all of the guidance. If there is anything that you don’t understand, ask the funder. Most funders spend a great deal of time and effort trying to make their criteria and guidance as clear as possible so take care to read it. The reason why most applications fail is because the applicants haven’t met all the criteria. Evidence. Rather than simply attest that there is a need for this piece of work in your area, show evidence that you have consulted with your members, clients, beneficiaries, etc. and that this is the best way of delivering what they want. Also provide evidence of the long term difference that this grant will have for your beneficiaries. Make sure that you include everything that has been asked for. Up to 50 per cent of applications fail because the business plan, budget or annual report and accounts weren’t included. Where the funder uses an application form make sure that you answer the question rather than put “see attached”. Conversely, don’t send things which you have been specifically asked not to send. Use clear language and avoid jargon and acronyms. If you must use initials then use the title in full the first time followed by the acronym in brackets. Ask for the money and state exactly what this will be used to buy. You should include a simple budget at the very least. Please – no more £1,000 computers! We watch the PC World adverts too you know. Cost out each item accurately. Finishing touches – get someone else to read your final draft before you send it. If possible, someone who does not work in your field. Passion sells. The most powerful applications come from people engaged with service delivery. As a fundraiser if you aren’t involved in delivering the service that your charity engages in then use quotations from the people that do and the people that use the services. Make sure that at least one other person has a copy of the application and is fully briefed. That way if you’re away on holiday or maternity leave when the funder calls or visits, then all your hard work won’t be wasted. Don’t make assumptions - most funders are generalists so you need to explain the issues that your charity is dealing with.

Advocacy Fundraising

Ive come across this site recently, which although aimed ad advocacy fundraising, the information, tips etc are just as relevant for other applications, worth a visit http://www.advocacyfunding.co.uk/improve-funding-prospects/#more-801

People's Postcode Trust

The Trust is open for applications from groups in Wales from 9th Jult until 24th August. Their small grants program exists to try to make the world a better place through short-term, project specific funding. Funding is for 3 month projects, ranging from £500 up to £5,000 in Wales to registered charities, community and voluntary groups, community interest companies and other not-for-profit organisations. Projects must fits at least ONE of the following: Prevention of poverty Improvement of health Promotion of community development Advance participation in sport Promotion of human rights Promotion of environmental protection More info on their website..... http://www.postcodetrust.org.uk/

Lloyds TSB Foundation Older people Programme

The Lloyds TSB Foundation fhas launched a new £2 million funding programme which has a focus on older people who are experiencing financial difficulties. It is offering grants up to a value of £50,000 over 3 years Applications must be for work that improves the life choices and chances for older people and: Offers a sustained programme of support. Demonstrates measurable changes and benefits for individuals. Projects must meet at least one of the following criteria: They are looking for projects that are innovative and push existing boundaries. THey should also extend or replicate a proven model of working to deliver the goals and that will improve joined up working with local agencies. Projects should also support service user involvement. It will NOT fund core. For more information visit http://www.lloydstsbfoundations.org.uk/FUNDINGPROGRAMMES/Pages/Olderpeopleprogramme.aspx The deadline for Expressions of Interest is 20 September 2012 (5pm).

Tips for Lottery funding

When putting applications together for the Lottery; I have found the following pointers to improve success; - Keep it simple - keep to a simple aim for the application; this allows you to repeat / reinforce the message of the application. The more complex you make an application and the more you try to do, the easier it is for the key message to get lost - Work backwards form the outcomes - the outcomes are an important part of the assessment, and need to flow through all the application. You need to ensure the need you describe will be addressed by the outcomes. - Use a range of evidence. Local statistics, research, how your work relate to local strategies, quotes, etc, When using evidence from consultations, add how many people you spoke to and importantly how their views influenced the project - Use tables; these help to explain the work and how it relates to the need and outcomes. Again these can make presenting a lot of information more straightforward. I also use a table to show have the activities of the project relate back to the outcome - Repeat and reinforce the key message - without doing overboard; make sure you repeat the key message / change your application is seeking to make. When explaining the need ensure the needs that you are giving relate to the aim. There is always a temptation to put lots of peripheral information down, which although factual and describes the work of the organisation, this can distract from the key need you are addressing.