Funding successfully achieved
In the last 12 months
Funding successfully achieved
In the last 6 years
Funding successfully achieved
Funding Strategies & Bid Development
Devising a framework for investment presents many challenges, to be useful, the framework cannot be too general or too specific. At Gray Lakes Funding we have an understanding of the diverse and durable funding streams available and how to construct sound strategic planning. We follow a seven step process, for more information get in touch.
Research & Evaluation
Gray Lakes Funding is committed to diverse, cross-disciplinary research that focuses on monitoring and evaluating projects to help build sustainability and lasting impact. We understand that research is only useful if people use it, our researchers have a track record of getting people to engage in research and use the findings to inform decision making by blending in depth knowledge of qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Influencing the Sector & Gathering Support
Engagement with your sector is best considered before a project even begins, in the planning process and through discussions with stakeholders. Planning effective ways of bringing your message to people who can make a difference is crucial. A central strand of our influencing work is truly understanding project deliverables and disseminating evidence-based project work directly to politicians that influence.
Stakeholder Engagement
Discovering the need and benefit of collaboration with stakeholders can be a painful experience and there is a real risk of failing to identify the important stakeholders, when to engage and why we engage them. We have a strong track record of identifying relevant information for each stakeholder, defining their role in the project and management of expectations within the project.
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Funding Successes
Oldham Enterprise Trust – £168,000
We are thrilled to announce that we have secured a £168,000 grant for the Oldham Enterprise Trust. This funding will enable the Trust to support Oldham residents, particularly those struggling to find economic independence, through tailored interventions.
Cancer Care Diaspora – £300,000
Pleased for Cancer Care Diaspora as they have secured £300,000 in their recent Reaching Communities application. Fantastic to work with Laura once again and help bring vital support to help communities affected by cancer.
Aim 4 Hope – £26,000
Very pleased to have secured Abiola and his team a vital Children in Need grant to support his core costs. The funding will be incredibly important to help build sustainability within the organisation but also provide flexibility to expand delivery to a wider group of young people across south Manchester.
We have outstanding sector leading experience
Your personal consultancy service
Gray Lakes Funding works with a range of clients throughout the UK including voluntary groups, Housing Associations, professional sports clubs and governing bodies as well as managing professional athletes charities and foundations.
Improving your funding proposal
We’ll work together on key aspects of your bid including…
Never give up!
There are always solutions
Never give up!
There are always solutions
Our specialists come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and all have something in common – direct experience of, and a passion for, the not-for-profit sector
Our team has outstanding, sector leading experience in business planning, fundraising, stakeholder engagement, communications, marketing, strategic planning and policy shaping.
Hear what people say…
James Gregory, Director Families Against Violence
Wil has proven time and again to be an invaluable asset to our team. His exceptional bid writing skills have consistently improved our funding proposals and played a pivotal role in our success, securing thousands of pounds for us over the last twelve months.
Collaborating with Wil is an absolute pleasure, his professionalism, reliability, and strong work ethic make every project smooth and efficient. Deadlines are consistently met, and his willingness to go the extra mile has eased the stress of tight timelines.