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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

Is AI the Robin to your Batman? How to make sure AI is your helpful sidekick and not hindering your grant writing 

Author Lauren Vertigan

Published June 19, 2025

Using AI for grant writing is not a new topic. We know, through conversations with our clients and within the for-purpose community, that many are embracing it as an asset … 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

Are you showing your funders the love?

Author Jennifer Cowman

Published February 14, 2025

While it’s true that a well-written grant application with a robust project plan that meets funder criteria is a huge part of the grant application process, a positive relationship with … Continued

Mardi Gras giving: Grants supporting the LGBTQIA+ communities

Author Lizzie Smith

Published February 3, 2025

The Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras is returning on 14 February to 2 March 2025. The 2025 Festival theme ‘Free to be’ is a celebration of the strides toward true LGBTQIA+ … Continued

Game, set, impact: What the For-Purpose sector can learn from the Australian Open  

Author Alicia Edwards

Published January 30, 2025

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending the 2025 Australian Open with my family.  Over the course of three days, I was struck by how much thought and strategy … Continued

What I learned from 100+ conversations with charities

Author Craig Hunter

Published October 2, 2024

Through these conversations, I have found that some themes are shared among all organisations.

15 learnings we’re sharing from 15 years of working with grant-seekers and funders

Author Jennifer Cowman

Published September 18, 2024

As we take a moment to pause and reflect, we’re sharing 15 learnings from our work in strengthening the charitable and philanthropic sectors through grants and partnerships best practice.

Due diligence is a two-way street

Author Lauren Vertigan

Published July 17, 2024

When we think of due diligence in fundraising and philanthropy, often the focus is on the donor conducting due diligence on the beneficiary organisation.  While it is important that for-purpose … Continued

Mapping success: Key strategies for navigating (and securing funding!) from Trusts & Foundations

Author Alicia Edwards

Published May 13, 2024

Working closely with hundreds of for-purpose / non-profit organisations, Strategic Grants often assists in navigating the complexities of securing Trusts and Foundations (T&F) funding.  A recent surge in enquiries has … Continued

Stewarding our funders….We know it’s important, so why aren’t we doing it more? 

Author Lauren Vertigan

Published April 2, 2024

Unless you are new to grant-seeking, the term stewardship is likely to be familiar to you.   Most non-profit and for-purpose professionals understand the important role of stewardship for building … Continued

How acquitting your grants can lead to securing consistent funding 

Author Bianca Williams

Published March 21, 2024

When a funder invites your organisation to reapply year on year for project funding, it shows you’re a trusted partner.  But how does your non-profit organisation get to this position? … Continued

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