I will do expert grant and bid writing as a former grant assessor
About this Gig
Stop losing funding over simple compliance mistakes.
Why do incredible community projects get rejected? After 8 years on grant decision-making panels, I can tell you: its rarely about your vision. Its about the scoring matrix or simply they have been sent so many bids.
Im Paul, founder of Yorkshire Non-Profit Grant Consultants. With 15 years of bid-writing experience and nearly a decade as a grant assessor, I know exactly what makes panels stop readingand the precise evidence that wins the bid.
The Assessor's Advantage Standard writers only know what the application asks. I know what the panel actually scores you on.
Why Choose This Gig?
- Insider Perspective: Focus on strict funder compliance and full-cost recovery.
- No Generic Templates: Fully tailored bids that prove your project's local impact.
- Ethical Pricing: Honest, fixed-fee rates. No inflated agency prices.
- Accredited Quality: Proud member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (CIOF).
Whether you need a full bid written from scratch or an expert review of your draft, you aren't just hiring a writeryou are hiring an insider.
Message me today with a brief project overview to get started.
Industry:
Community development
Language:
English
Delivery style preference
Please inform the freelancer of any preferences or concerns regarding the use of AI tools in the completion and/or delivery of your order.
FAQ
Do you guarantee we will win the grant?
No honest writer can guarantee funding, as panels face shifting priorities and limited budgets. However, my 8 years as a grant assessor ensures your bid will be strictly compliant, highly competitive, and fully optimised for the scoring matrix.
Do you work on a commission or percentage basis?
No. As a proud member of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising (CIOF), I adhere to their strict ethical guidelines. I do not work on a "no-win, no-fee" basis. You receive professional, fixed-fee support with absolutely zero hidden costs
Do I need the full Bid Writing gig or just a Review?
If you have a completed draft that needs an expert "assessor's eye" to check for compliance and impact, the Review gig is perfect. If you only have rough notes or need the application structured and written from scratch, choose Bid Writing.
What information do you need from me to get started?
Please message me before ordering! I will need a brief overview of your project, the target community, your estimated budget, and a link to the specific grant or funder you want to apply for so I can verify your eligibility.
I am not based in Yorkshire. Can you still help?
Absolutely. While my consultancy is deeply embedded in the UK and Yorkshire third sector, the "assessor's advantage" applies everywhere. The rules of funder compliance, precise evidence, and full-cost recovery are universal.
What if my project isn't ready for a grant application yet?
Trust is everything in the third sector. If I review your project and believe you are not yet "grant ready", I will tell you up front. I will provide honest feedback on what infrastructure or evidence you need to build before applying.
