Equip your community group or non-profit with essential grant writing skills to secure funding and make a real impact.
Tuesday 26 May 2026
12:30pm - 3:30pm
182-186 St Georges Rd, Fitzroy North VIC 3068, Australia
Free
Securing funding can be a daunting task with numerous grant opportunities and specific requirements to navigate. This workshop is designed to empower community groups and non-profits by providing the essential skills needed to craft strong, compelling grant applications. You will learn how to gather the right information, understand funder priorities, and align your project with community benefits.
Expect a supportive environment where you will gain confidence in writing targeted applications that meet funder expectations. The session covers topics such as eligibility criteria, budgeting, and evaluation, ensuring you are well-prepared to apply for grants.
Whether you are a committee member, volunteer, or community leader, this workshop will equip you with practical tools to enhance your grant writing success.
The workshop covers key areas including:
- Information to have before starting your application
- Understanding what funders want
- Aligning your project with funder outcomes
- Defining community benefits
- Deciding if a grant is right for you
- Finding supporting evidence
- Eligibility criteria and guidelines
- Grant conditions and responsibilities
- Budget preparation
- Project evaluation and acquittal
You will also have the opportunity to ask common grant questions to get started confidently.
The workshop will be held at Bargoonga Nganjin, North Fitzroy Library in Seminar Room 1 on the Ground Floor. The address is 182-186 Saint Georges Road, Fitzroy North 3068.
This accessible location is well-served by public transport and offers a welcoming environment for community learning. Parking options are available nearby for those driving.
Priority is given to organisations, groups, and individuals based in the City of Yarra or those servicing the Yarra community. This ensures that local community groups benefit most from the training.
Please register in advance to secure your spot as places may be limited. The workshop is suitable for committee or board members, grant recipients, volunteers, community leaders, and not-for-profit organisations.
Bring any specific questions or grant applications you are working on to get tailored advice during the session.
This is a free workshop offered by Yarra City Council. Booking is essential to attend.
You can register online to reserve your place. Early registration is recommended to avoid missing out.
No prior experience is required, making this an ideal opportunity for beginners and those looking to refresh their grant writing skills.
