Attention Grant Writers
How to Create Winning Grant submissions Without the Stress
(Even If You're Just Starting Out)
Australia's only one-stop-shop for grant writers who are serious about grant success.
A systematic and low-stress grant process is FAR more likely to get your grant in the 'yes' pile .
The process I teach and the Live assistance your receive in the Grant Writing Academy (GWA) Membership helps you to be ready for grants and to write your application in a way that eliminates stress. Having an organised way to plan, research and write your applications will instantly give you momentum and clarity.
The flexible learning environment and library of resources (constantly growing) is there for you EVERY SINGLE MONTH so you can produce high quality grant applications.
This is a unique opportunity. The GWA Membership is the only one-stop-shop Australian grant writing program of its kind. It’s the perfect way to learn from a Grant Master who has written successful grant applications to secure $50.8 million in grants for clients in the last six years!
Grants are becoming more competitive...and it's important your application impresses the assessor.
What if you don't learn how to improve your grant applications?
You need to embrace what I call: "Grant Impact Factors"
Those who continue to stay with their old school grant approach (being unorganised, not keeping up to date with what funders are looking for, and 'throwing together' applications at the last minute) will find it harder and harder to get grant funds.
They continue to hope that this will get them the money.
But you and I both know that "hope" is never a good grant strategy.
So, why is now the perfect time for grant-seekers to act?
The need to embrace "Grant Impact Factors" combined with the increasing competition has people like you needing to ensure you create high quality grant applications.
Applications which impress the funding assessment team and are successful will help you realise your goals.
Applications which impress the funding assessment team and are successful will help you realise your goals.
I've written successful applications for grants totalling $51.8 million in the last six years. These have ranged from $10,000 projects to multi-million dollar infrastructure installations which transform communities.
I look forward to welcoming you as a new Member and helping you to realise your big (and little) dreams.
Hi there, I'm Prue.
I've worked all my life in remote, rural and regional Australia. I've learned lots along the way with corporate and medium businesses, and more than a decade with local and state Government.
Being entrepreneurial has driven me to do things differently, so over the years I started businesses to fill gaps and to experience being the 'pilot'. With tertiary study to mix things up, I've stockpiled industry experience: health; mining; government; print industry; tourism; the media; agriculture; and transport. (I'm sounding like a bower bird collecting treasure.)
Giving back must be in my DNA, so whether I was surrounded by water on Groote Eylandt or surrounded by dust in Kalgoorlie, I was a regular volunteer. I love to create smiles and to make things more enjoyable for the community I call home.
Working with businesses and organisations makes my engine hum. Using my creativity and collaborative spirit I helped clients achieve their goals. With insider knowledge about Government grants I knew it was time to get serious and start my next business venture.
I commenced Indigo Gold Pty Ltd and for eight years wrote grant applications for clients, and ran grant workshops for corporates. I worked relentlessly on improving my grant writing process and was very successful, so demand for my services started to exceed my capacity.
There was demand to share my knowledge about how to write a successful grant application, so the Grant Writing Academy took flight with my founding Membership in 2020. It's a constant delight to nurture my 'community' on their grant writing journey.
Giving back must be in my DNA, so whether I was surrounded by water on Groote Eylandt or surrounded by dust in Kalgoorlie, I was a regular volunteer. I love to create smiles and to make things more enjoyable for the community I call home.
AWARDS AND FEATURED IN:
WE WORK WITH:
And the results speak for themselves...
"Success... 5 grants in 12 months...the Membership made all the difference."
"Since joining I have been successful with five grants ($137,480) in 12 months - it’s made all the difference! I now approach each grant uniquely. As well as watching live, I can go into the Hub and pull the resources I need and reflect on how they relate to my grant. Prue’s 'intel', plus hearing from others, demonstrates there is more than the technical side of things."
- Bronwyn Davies
- Bronwyn Davies
"No grant experience to a $350K grant success in 6 weeks!"
"From no grant experience to a $370,000 grant success in 6 weeks! The Membership was fundamental - I wouldn't have secured the grant without it. It completely changed how I was approaching my grant application. Every single question was improved with Prue’s experience and guidance."- Moira Buchanan, Magnetic Island Distilling
From "feeling stuck" to "being up-to-date and motivated."
"Before joining I was plodding along by myself which lead to writers block and feeling stuck. I now enjoy being up-to-date with fresh ideas and connecting with others keeps me motivated and drives momentum. The Hub is a go-to place for resources and reference materials to help me develop and support my answers."- Sue Schluter (multi-grant success), Frenchville Sports Club
- Sue Schluter (multi-grant success), Frenchville Sports Club
"Since joining I’ve helped clients receive over $3.5M in grant funding."
"Since joining the Membership I’ve helped clients receive over $3.5M in grant funding. The inclusive fee is good value: Grant Updates; Tutorials to keep my grant skills competitive; allows me connect with other grant writers. Everyone feels comfortable to ask grant questions and Prue gives clear explanations and examples backed by years of experience."
- Anna Dunn, Plentify Grants
- Anna Dunn, Plentify Grants
"Everything is easy and a time saver...it's a one-stop-shop."
I really love the monthly tutorials - the continuous education is a great way to pick up on new things and Prue’s teaching style makes it easy for me to learn. Everything I need is all in one place and if I'm stuck, I can ask Prue directly. I have a one-stop-shop for all current and upcoming grants, and the links work!- Maree Sturdy, newbie volunteer grant writer
Received more than 40-times their Membership investment in 4 months
“Thank you Prue, we got our GCBF grant for $18,000 to purchase 2 portable dressage arenas and a trailer to transport/store them. We spent a lot of time reading resources from your files when preparing our grant application." - Christine Tasker
- Christine Tasker
"Improves the quality of my grants ... a win-win for me and the funder."
"The GWA Membership lets me focus and invest in improving the quality of my grant submissions. It helps me understand what grants are all about so I can develop applications which are a win-win for me and the funder. I get practical ways to improve my grant writing process."- Jim Callan, Upcycle CQ
"Engaging forum... resources exceeded my expectations"
"Thank you for providing such a valuable and engaging forum. As a "newbie" I have gained extensive knowledge since joining the Membership. The information and resources has exceeded my expectations...it is obvious you are passionate about empowering members to write grants with confidence.
- Fazila Essack
"Keeps me connected with the ever-changing grant process"
"The Membership keeps me connected with the ever-changing grant process. The information has become second nature when I’m preparing for a grant application …I constantly draw on the information and it’s allowed me to help community groups get organised for grants.
- Carol James
And there are many more!
Why did they become Members?
Because they realised that having a planned and supported grant process, regular training and the latest 'intel' about the grant industry, was going to transform their grant applications.
So instead of overwhelm, and confusion, they can soak up my passionate instruction and support in a like-minded community of grant writers EVERY single month as long as they continue to get value.
The point is, with my system you can transform the way you organise, prepare, write and submit your grants.
And now, I'd like to share my knowledge with you via the Grant Writing Academy Membership.
It's perfect if you...
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Find grants difficult or are nervous about getting started and working out what to do next.
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Feel out of your depth or have been procrastinating and need direction.
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Need a Grant Master to guide and support you.
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Need an efficient process so grant writing is more manageable.
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Are confused and want to 'get your head' around the grant industry.
- Don’t know how to coordinate a grant application so it’s submitted on time.
- Are tired of tackling grants by yourself and want the support of people who understand.
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Need to reduce the stress of juggling volunteer duties and your personal life.
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Are frustrated about missing opportunities to gain funds for your organisation.
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Want to be a part of a grant community with encouragement and motivation so you don’t fall off the radar.
- Need tips on how to manage internal issues so you get more support.
- Feel comfortable using online platforms.
The Grant Writing Academy Membership can help!
As a grant writer you and I have a HUGE opportunity to create a lasting impact for your organisation and your community - and it's the reason that I am so passionate about this work. This is the reason why I created the Grant Writing Academy.
So what is included?
The Grant Writing Academy Membership is an annual program which gives you the clarity and confidence to write high quality grant applications which get in the 'yes' pile.
The Grant Writing Success Path
Inside the Membership, you’ll progress from being a Newbie through to a Soaring Confident Grant Writer with my 5-step success path. You’ll gain knowledge, momentum and confidence as you move through the different stages:
Inside the Grant Writing Academy membership you will transform:
NEWBIE: Keen to be industry savvy – You will understand how grants work, what grantors are looking for, all the jargon, and eligibility requirements. You'll know how to find grants and match opportunities to your needs. You’re keen to learn the basics to access funds or resources to help you achieve your goals…yes please!
NESTLING: Prepared and enthusiastic – In this stage you will prepare and sort all the common items you need to complete grant applications. This will get things organised an easy to find so future applications are completed in a calm, efficient and manageable way…yes please!
FLEDGLING: Grant ready – In this stage you will be grant ready for your project with everything organised to respond to grant opportunities when they occur. You will have developed well-supported projects...yes please!
TRAINING WINGS: Confident to submit – In this stage you will learn how to confidently complete and submit a grant application. You will feel calm and supported through the application process. Imagine the thrill when you submit…yes please!
SOARING: Competent grant writer – In this stage your skills will continue to develop and refine as you have many grant successes and apply for larger grants. You will develop your skills to create a larger range of high-quality supporting documents…yes please!
Here's Just Some Of What You Get With The Grant Writing Academy Membership
LIVE GROUP TUTORIALS - ANNUAL RETAIL VALUE $1080
Stay ahead of the competition
Learn grant processes and techniques which will put you ahead of the competition. The best way to learn is Live so you can ask questions.Tap into the expertise of a Grant Master and learn from guest presenters.
- Enjoy one 60-minute tutorial each month via Zoom. You can watch Live or access all the recordings in the Grant Writing Academy Hub.
- The tutorial will cover an important grant topic, and will be added to the 36+ tutorials already in the library. Guest presenters also join us for some of the sessions. You'll enjoy hearing their unique views and information.
- Each tutorial is supported by a resource such as a checklist, template, workbook or guide, stored for your convenience in the Grant Writing Academy Hub.
LIVE GRANT UPDATE + Q&A SESSIONS - ANNUAL RETAIL VALUE $1200
Keep grant-savvy and up-to-date
You'll be kept up-to-date with grants and the grant industry. Prue regularly reviews current and upcoming grants, and helps you decide if they align with your projects. This ensures you are efficient with your time and only work on applications which are best-fit.
- Enjoy two 60-minute Grant Update + Q&A sessions each month via Zoom. You can watch Live or access the recordings in the Grant Writing Academy Hub.
- During the sessions we: cover the latest grant news and reports, run through the grants which have recently become available; feature grants which members ask about; and answer any general grant questions.
- For your convenience, a list of the most recent grant announcements is emailed to you prior to each Grant Update + Q&A session. You can ask for a specific grant to be featured during a session.
A LIBRARY OF RESOURCES - RETAIL VALUE $3000
Access fabulous resources
You'll be able to browse hundreds of resources in the Grant Writing Academy Hub. It's available 24/7, via your unique log-on, whenever it suits you.
- All recordings of previous tutorials (more than 36) and Grant Update + Q&A sessions (more than 60), and their relevant resources are in the Grant Writing Academy Hub to access whenever you wish.
- Access and browse all the previous monthly grant lists: the General Grant List and Small Grant Snippets. Plus, each new edition is loaded as soon as it's released.
- You can access guides, checklists, templates and workbooks, along with other helpful resources. The library is constantly expanding as resources are added each month.
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There's also additional workshops and tutorials for you to watch.
GRANT ALERTS, YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED AND MORE - ANNUAL RETAIL VALUE $995
Stay up to date with grants
Grant opportunities are shared regularly, along with motivations and reminders. You'll get responses to any questions you post into the private GWA Membership Facebook Group.
Bonus: if you join before the 31 December
Two people in your organisation can join for the price of one - worth $550
Add the names of the two people during the payment process.
You do have options, but only one makes sense
There are other ways you can improve your grant writing. You can do a variety of courses - once-off instruction that doesn't come with Live support - which will probably not be at the level you need. Or, you can continue with the school of hard-knocks and try to figure everything out on your own (and this can cost you lots of time and energy).
You can do these things, but I am pretty sure that none of them come with a money-back promise.
So let's recap...here's what you get with the Grant Writing Academy Membership
Grant alerts, reminders, support, and your questions answered
You get all new grant opportunities posted every couple of days into the GWA Membership Facebook Group. You will be kept up to date with email reminders and Facebook posts on all the things happening in the GWA Membership. You can post your questions into the GWA Membership Facebook Group and Prue will help you out. You are never alone.
$995 VALUE
One Live tutorial each month
$1080 VALUE
Two Live Grant Updates + Q&As each month
Enjoy two 60-minute sessions each month via Zoom; watch them Live or access the recordings in the GWA Hub. You will hear about all the latest grants and news, plus we feature grants which you ask about, and answer any general grant questions you have. A document which complements the session is uploaded with the recording into the GWA Hub.
$1200 VALUE
100s of resources in the Grant Writing Academy Hub
All previous Tutorials and Grant Update + Q&A recordings, and their relevant resources, are stored in the GWA Hub so you can access them 24/7. You can also access all the previous monthly grant lists (the General Grant Lists and Small Grant Snippets) and small grant courses.
$3000 VALUE
Bonus#2 - two people in your organisation can join for the price of one!
You only pay for one person, but get access for two people. Add the details of the second person during the payment process and we'll add them to your membership. Both members will have their own dedicated login and password.
$550 VALUE
Total value is $6,825 for 12 months of access but you only pay
$550
That's less than two cups of coffee a week!
Plus, your price will never increase - it will be locked in for as long as you stay a continual member.
Payment methods accepted:
- You can pay with any credit card.
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If an invoice is the best payment method for you - email prue@indigogold.com.au with the details and we'll arrange this for you.
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Get in touch with us if you have any questions: prue@indigogold.com.au or 0409 069 425
You've Got Peace of Mind with Our "No Risk" 100% 21-day guarantee...
21-day, No Questions Asked, Money Back Promise
If within 21 days you decide that the Grant Writing Academy Membership is not for you, get in touch and we'll refund your payment. No questions asked.
Do You Have Questions?
What is the Grant Writing Academy (GWA) Membership?
The GWA Membership is Australia's only one-stop-shop for grant writing when you're serious about your grant success. It's perfect for new and experienced grant writers to learn how to write quality grant applications at their own pace. It offers grant notifications, a systematic and low-stress grant process, live assistance three times a month, support and motivation, and a constantly growing library of resources.
Who can benefit from the GWA Membership?
The GWA Membership is suitable for a range of grant writers; those who find grants difficult, need direction, want an efficient grant writing process, need help coordinating grant applications, seek a supportive community, and want to improve their grant writing skills. The testimonials earlier on this page are from a diverse range of people; from grant Newbies to experienced grant writers.
What resources are available for me to access?
There are 100s of resources (and constantly growing). This includes recordings, checklists, guides, workbooks and templates created by Grant Master Prue, plus resources from external organisations to help with the grant writing process.
What is the Grant Master's experience in grant writing?
Grant Master Prue, who leads the GWA Membership, has over 20 years of experience in grant writing. In the last six years she has secured $50.8 million in grants for clients. This has ranged from $10,000 grants to multi-million-dollar successes for projects which have long-term impacts for their communities. This expertise is shared with you to improve your grant writing skills and achieve success.
How can the GWA Membership help me improve my grant applications?
The GWA Membership provides you with grant fundamentals through to specific tips to fine-tune your grant applications. It helps you embrace a more organised, up-to-date approach to grant writing. By learning from a Grant Master, you'll gain the knowledge and skills needed to create high-quality grant applications that impress funding assessment teams. There are many opportunities to interact live with Grant Master Prue, or ask her questions. The more questions you ask, the more successful you will be. The testimonials from GWA Members give you a taste of the impact the Membership creates.
What kind of support can I expect from the grant community?
You are never alone! The GWA Membership community offers encouragement, information and motivation from Grant Master Prue and like-minded grant writers who understand the challenges you face. You'll be able to ask questions, share experiences, and learn from others in the community. The best way to get support is to join a live session to interact with Prue and get to know other Members. If you can't join live there are plenty of opportunities to ask questions and have them answered.
Can the GWA Membership help me write grant applications for specific industries?
The GWA Membership covers grant writing principles and techniques that can be applied across various industries. Grant Master Prue has experience in a range of industries including manufacturing, tourism, the Arts, sports and recreation, small business, education, social enterprise, community groups and not-for-profits, and agribusiness. During the Grant Updates + Q&As she also shares the latest reports, apps and tools across various sectors. The resources and support provided will enable you to tailor your grant applications to suit the specific requirements of your industry.
How much time do I need to commit to the GWA Membership?
The GWA Membership is designed to be flexible, allowing you to absorb and improve at your own pace. You can invest as much or as little time as you need, depending on your schedule and learning preferences. Everything is stored in the GWA Hub, which you can access 24/7. Prue can guide you on the relevant resources to help you, depending on your experience, and the type of grant.
Are there any live events or workshops in the GWA Membership?
Yes, the GWA Membership includes three live sessions each month; two Grant Update + Q&As, and one tutorial. Any workshops offered to the public with a price of under $100 are provided free to GWA Members.
How can I stay motivated throughout the grant writing process?
The GWA Membership provides a supportive community of like-minded grant writers who can offer encouragement and motivation. This is best experienced by joining live sessions as the interaction is most valuable when others can get to know you, and you can explain your questions in person. Additionally, Prue regularly prompts you with questions and reminders and encourages you to celebrate milestones, and stay focused on your grant writing goals.
Can I access GWA Membership resources on different devices?
Yes, the GWA Membership resources are available in a flexible learning environment, allowing you to access them on various devices such as computers, tablets, and smartphones. As well as being recorded, the live sessions are also streamed to the private Facebook group so you can listen and interact, even if you are on the move.
Is there a money-back guarantee for the GWA Membership?
Yes, we offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not satisfied with the program, you can request a refund within 21 days of joining, no questions asked. This ensures that you can try the GWA Membership risk-free and determine if it's the right fit for your grant writing needs.
What is the total value of the GWA Membership, and what is the current price?
The GWA Membership provides a comprehensive grant writing program for $550 (inclusive of GST) which is great value as the total retail value is $6,825. You get access to 100s of resources, live assistance each month (2 Grant Updates + Q&As and 1 Tutorial), grant notifications, and a supportive community. Until 31 July 2023 you also get a great bonus: two people can join for the price of one.
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