Proposal and Grant Writing 

By empowering Indigenous entrepreneurs and professionals through this knowledge-building workshop, we aim to create a more prosperous future where diverse voices shape the business landscape and uplift communities in their journey toward success.

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Modules

 

I. Introduction

 

• Welcome and Introduction to Activ8 Training

• Overview of the Workshop Objectives

• Importance of Proposal and Grant Writing for Indigenous Businesses

• Setting the Tone: Creating a Supportive and Collaborative Learning Environment

 

II. Understanding the Basics of Proposal Writing
 

• Defining the Purpose and Goals of a Proposal

• Identifying the Target Audience and Tailoring Your Approach

• Components of a Winning Proposal: Executive Summary, Problem Statement, Solutions, and more

• Hands-on Activity: Crafting a Compelling Problem/Solution Statement

III. Building Grant Writing Competencies

 

• Navigating the Grant Landscape for Indigenous Businesses

• Researching and Identifying Suitable Grant Opportunities

• Key Elements of a Successful Grant Proposal: Budget, Impact Assessment, and Evaluation

• Hands-on Activity: Developing a Budget for a Hypothetical Business Project
   

IV. Writing Techniques for Persuasive Proposals and Grants

 

• Communicating with Clarity and Conviction

• Incorporating Storytelling to Make Your Proposal Stand Out

• Leveraging Data and Statistics to Strengthen Your Argument

• Hands-on Activity: Drafting a Compelling Proposal Introduction

 

V. Tailoring Your Proposal to Different Funding Sources
 

• Understanding the Diverse Requirements of Different Grant Providers

• Adapting Your Proposal to Address Specific Criteria and Goals

• Maintaining Authenticity while Tailoring Your Message

• Hands-on Activity: Customizing a Proposal for a Specific Grant

 

VI. Reviewing and Editing Your Proposal/Grant Application

 

• Importance of Thorough Proofreading and Editing

• Seeking Feedback and Constructive Criticism

• Best Practices for Polishing Your Proposal

• Hands-on Activity: Peer Review and Feedback Session

 

VII. Case Studies: Successful Indigenous Business Grant Recipients
 

• Inspirational Stories of Indigenous Entrepreneurs Who Secured Grants

• Learning from Their Strategies and Mistakes

• Online Live Guest Speakers (If available, otherwise video examples)
   

VIII. Navigating the Submission Process
 

• Preparing Your Proposal for Submission

• Submission Dos and Don'ts

• Tracking Your Proposal's Progress

• Hands-on Activity: Mock Proposal Submission

IX. Wrap-up and Action Plan
 

• Recap of Key Takeaways from the Workshop

• Developing an Individualized Action Plan for Each Participant

• Resources and Continued Support from Activ8 Training

• Closing Remarks and Appreciation

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Investment:

$3,200 per workshop for a community/organization which includes 8-9 hours of class time, prep and post-work and handouts. Materials, prizes and any travel are billed separately.  All workshops times are customizable for your organization.