Accessing Additional Resources Nigel Freeburn NEELB

Session Objectives To highlight the steps to secure funding To explore possible funding opportunities

Is external funding required? Additional, Non-Statutory Inkind Support and Partnership Working NEED Clearly Evidenced

What is the funder looking for? Clearly evidenced need (deprivation) Objectives Clearly defined costs (capital/revenue/match) Robust management systems (financial and non-financial Monitoring and Evaluation Exit Strategy

Activity 1 – Types of Funding http://www.grant-tracker.org/ Lottery PEACE Trusts Local Councils City of Culture Social Investment Fund DSD Neighbourhood Renewal ELB CRED Enhancement Scheme (12 Oct 12) www.credni.org

The Dragons’ Den Funders’ Is the need clearly defined? Can you see measurable outputs? Can you see what the outcome might be? Would you have any further questions for the applicants?

Further Thinking Review NEEDs Identify Project as a response to meeting need Determine level of funding required Ensure support structures in place, e.g. management and M&E Apply Support: NIESIS, Community Use of Schools, ELB Procedures