How to present your project
Creating a strong application for Community Investment Funding requires planning. Your application should show clear, sustainable, benefits to the community. It should reach different groups of people, helping the entire community develop.
Show how the community benefits
Think about how your project connects to the broader community’s needs and aspirations. Consider who will benefit and how their lives will improve.
For example, a skills training programme might show that it will:
- create immediate opportunities for participants to gain new skills
- support local businesses by developing a skilled workforce
- strengthen the community’s economic resilience
- create pathways for future employment and development
Plan for sustainable outcomes
Sustainability means thinking beyond the immediate impact of your project. Consider how the benefits of your project will grow and evolve over time.
As you develop your application, ask yourself:
- how will the project continue to benefit the community after the funding period ends?
- what systems or structures will you put in place to maintain the project’s impact?
- how will you measure and show the long-term success of your project?
- what partnerships or resources will help sustain the project’s benefits?
Create an inclusive project
Inclusive projects strengthen the entire community by ensuring everyone has the opportunity to participate and benefit. Think carefully about how your project can reach and serve diverse community members.
Consider incorporating these elements into your project:
- accessible venues and facilities that everyone can use
- communication methods that reach different community groups
- flexible programming that accommodates various needs and schedules
- partnerships with different community organisations
Support community development
Remember that Community Investment Funding is about more than individual projects. It’s about building stronger, more resilient communities. Your application should show how your project contributes to this broader goal.
Show how your project:
- builds on existing community strengths and resources
- addresses identified community needs or opportunities
- contributes to long-term community development goals
- creates opportunities for community collaboration and growth
Contact us for a chat about your project
A successful funding application demonstrates more than just a good idea. It shows a deep understanding of community needs, a clear plan for creating positive change, and a commitment to inclusive, sustainable development. Your project is part of building a stronger community for everyone. We can talk through your project with you before you apply.