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From overwhelmed to organised: How to tackle government tender submissions 

Author Erica Blaney

Published July 10, 2025

Government tender writing can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling the task with other responsibilities like program delivery or fundraising. Here are some practical tips to help you go from … Continued

Chartered Institute of Fundraising Convention: What I learned from UK’s premier fundraising event  

Author Jo Garner

Published June 24, 2025

I recently had the opportunity to attend the 2025 Chartered Institute of Fundraising Fundraising Convention in London on 9 & 10 June, while remote working from the UK for a … Continued

In the spirit of reconciliation: First Nations funding opportunities 

Author Gayle Richardson

Published June 2, 2025

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving … Continued

Beyond reactive: Why proactive project planning is your key to grant success 

Author Michaela Chilcott

Published May 22, 2025

Before anything else, preparation is the key to success – Alexander Graham Bell  With so many for-purpose organisations and fundraising teams across Australia and New Zealand constrained by limited human … Continued

Valuing volunteers for in-kind contributions 

Author Jennifer Cowman

Published May 19, 2025

Are you including the value of volunteering in your grant applications?  More than six million people in Australia volunteer through organisations across the nation. Millions more volunteer informally in their … Continued

Latest sector news

Author Gayle Richardson

Published May 14, 2025

Looking for the latest sector news? Catch up on what’s happening across the world of funding, philanthropy, and research with the latest updates from Team SG’s busy research team. The … Continued

Endowment funds: The gift that keeps on giving 

Author Gayle Richardson

Published March 31, 2025

Endowment seems to be the buzzword around the Strategic Grants (virtual!) office lately.  Some of the questions we’ve been getting recently from our For-Purpose clients include “Do Trusts and Foundations … Continued

2025-2026 budget: Unpacking the benefits for the sector

Author Jennifer Cowman

Published March 26, 2025

Like many, the Strategic Grants team is unpacking the details of the 25-26 Federal Budget. While the budget seems to favour individual households, there are sector specific initiatives worth mentioning. … Continued

Latest sector news

Author Gayle Richardson

Published March 18, 2025

Looking for the latest sector news? Catch up on what’s happening across the world of funding, philanthropy, and research with the latest updates from Team SG’s busy research team. The … Continued

Applying a gender lens to grant applications (and why we should)

Author Erica Blaney

Published March 6, 2025

Last year the team at Strategic Grants helped write or critique close to 50 applications for the competitive Perpetual IPAP Grant. And while outcomes measurement continues to be a challenge … Continued

Investing in change: Grant funding opportunities supporting women and girls

Author Gayle Richardson

Published March 3, 2025

As we celebrate International Women’s Day on 8 March, it’s crucial to recognise the ongoing need for support and empowerment of women and girls across various sectors. In honour of … Continued

Strategic outsourcing: Your checklist for For-Purpose success

Author Jo Garner

Published February 26, 2025

Following a most successful Fundraising Institute Australia Conference, and so many fabulous chats with all our clients, partners, and other supplier friends in the sector, it seems like a great … Continued

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