Grants from institutional sources – government agencies, foundations, service clubs, associations and the like – are a major revenue source for charities and non-profit groups striving to jumpstart new programs or strengthen existing services. Yet the process of researching granting sources and developing compelling proposals can be a mysterious and frustrating quest for many charities.

Workshop participants will learn how to identify high-percentage granting opportunities and construct fluid and persuasive cases for support. Building a rapport with the “point people” from granting agencies and understanding the motivations of decision-makers are crucial subjects that will be covered in this presentation. Most importantly, participants will experience a greater sense of confidence and become firmly acquainted with methods to procure the funds and resources that will enable their respective organizations to make significant progress towards achieving their missions.

PRESENTER: Mike Paquet, Principal, People First Resource Development

TARGET AUDIENCE: Staff, board members and volunteers from small to large non-profit organizations.

COST: $125.00 (Lunch, coffee, tea and refreshments are included. Payment may be made by cash, cheque or Visa/MasterCard). Please make cheques payable to “People First Resource Development”.

TO REGISTER: Call to reserve your space at (905) 318-6130. You may also reserve your space by sending an email to the attention of Mike Paquet at peoplefirstrd@cogeco.ca .

For those who wish to register by mail, would you please submit payment to:

People First Resource Development

1000 Upper Paradise Road, Unit 27

Hamilton, ON L9B 2S7