Funding 1: Building Sustainable Income & Funding Readiness
Course Description
This introductory session helps voluntary and community organisations step back from individual funding bids and look at the bigger picture. Participants will explore different income streams, the risks of relying too heavily on grants, and the core foundations funders expect to see before awarding money. The session includes practical reflection, peer discussion and a simple funding readiness check.
Agenda:
• Understanding grants, donations, fundraising and earned income
• Pros and cons of different income sources
• Identifying risks in your current funding mix
• Activity: income mapping
• Funding readiness basics: governance, finance and policies
• Readiness checklist and reflection
Who Should Attend?
Trustees, committee members, staff, volunteers or group leaders who want to strengthen their organisation’s overall funding position, reduce reliance on one income source, and understand what needs to be in place before applying for grants.
