Grant Craft
Empowering Your Future with Grant Craft
Unlock the potential of EU funding for your projects with our comprehensive Grant Craft Program. Learn to navigate the complexities of grant applications and secure funding for your NGO initiatives.
Learn About the Program
Phase 1: Training Sessions
Reading Regulations and Instructions
- Focus on understanding the legal and procedural framework of EU funding programs, with a special emphasis on Erasmus+ and ESC.
- Learning Objective: Participants will be able to navigate through EU grant guidelines and identify key requirements for compliance.
The Most Frequently Addressed Areas in Grant Applications
- Explore the common themes and sectors supported by EU funding, including innovation, social inclusion, and sustainability.
- Learning Objective: Gain insights into the strategic priorities of EU funding bodies to align project proposals accordingly.
What Do Evaluators Look Out For?
- Insight into the evaluation process, criteria used by reviewers, and common pitfalls to avoid in grant applications.
- Learning Objective: Understand the evaluator’s perspective to tailor applications for a higher success rate.
How Do We Strengthen Our Grant Application?
- Strategies to enhance the competitiveness of your proposal, including clarity of objectives, impact demonstration, and project sustainability.
- Learning Objective: Equip participants with the skills to develop strong, compelling grant applications.
Phase 2: Practical Applications & Discussions
Budget of the Application
- Detailed walkthrough on preparing a budget, understanding allowable costs, and financial planning for your project.
- Learning Objective: Master the art of budget preparation to ensure financial feasibility and compliance.
Application’s Checklist
- Compilation of essential steps and documents required for a complete grant application, including checklists for review before submission.
- Learning Objective: Ensure readiness for submission through thorough pre-application checks and balances.
How to Search for Funding Programs and Grants
- Techniques and resources for identifying suitable funding opportunities, including databases, newsletters, and official EU websites.
- Learning Objective: Navigate the landscape of funding opportunities to find the right fit for project ideas.
Case Study – Erasmus+
- In-depth analysis of a successful Erasmus+ project, exploring the application process, project implementation, and outcomes.
- Learning Objective: Apply learnings from a real-world example to future grant applications.
Phase 3: Real Application
Participants will apply their knowledge by developing and submitting a real grant application. This phase could include:
- Workshop on Writing a Real Application: Hands-on guidance in preparing an actual grant application, utilizing the Erasmus+ Youth Exchange application or a Model offer for the performance of a public task as practice documents.
- Peer Review Sessions: Participants review each other’s applications to provide feedback and refine their proposals.
- Submission and Evaluation Simulation: A mock evaluation session to give participants a feel of the review process, including feedback from facilitators acting as evaluators.
Documents for Reference and Practice
- Erasmus+ Youth Exchange Application: Serve as a primary example for participants to understand application structure and content requirements.
- Model Offer for the Performance of a Public Task (in Polish): Provide insight into local grant applications and requirements for participants interested in Polish funding opportunities.
This structured approach aims to cover all critical aspects of the grant application process within the EU context, providing participants with the knowledge, practice, and confidence to pursue funding for their projects successfully.
“We’re excited to announce that our Grant Craft Program is accessible free of charge for all Students and Standard Members! This initiative is part of our commitment to empower the next generation of change-makers with the skills needed to secure funding for their impactful projects. For individuals who are not currently members but wish to gain the invaluable knowledge and experience this program offers, there is a participation fee of 50 PLN. This fee ensures access to all training sessions, practical applications, discussions, and the real application process, providing a comprehensive understanding of navigating through EU grant applications successfully. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your grant writing skills and connect with a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to making a difference.”
EU Project stats
Erasmus+ 2022 Budget
€4 billion, supporting around 26,000 projects and engaging approximately 1.2 million participants in mobility activities
Erasmus+ Funding Scope
With a substantial budget of €26.2 billion for 2021-2027, the program aims to provide opportunities for over 4 million participants to study, train, gain experience, and volunteer abroad, emphasizing social inclusion, the green and digital transitions
Budget Growth
The Erasmus+ budget is set to grow consistently, reaching €4.412,3 million by 2027, underlining the EU’s commitment to education, training, youth, and sport
Climate Mainstreaming
A commitment of €579.5 million towards climate mainstreaming within the program, showcasing the EU’s dedication to environmental sustainability
“All statistical data and insights related to the Erasmus+ program and EU funding initiatives mentioned herein are sourced from the European Commission’s official resources, specifically the Erasmus+ portal and the European Commission’s webpage on the Erasmus+ funding programme. For detailed information, including budget allocations, program objectives, and participant statistics, please refer to Erasmus+ statistics and factsheets and Erasmus+ funding programme overview.”
Target Audience
This program is designed for members interested in writing EU projects, specifically within frameworks such as the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) and Erasmus+ programs. It will equip them with the knowledge and skills to successfully apply for and manage EU-funded projects.