About Us
Grant Funding Skills Limited is managed and directed by Stephen Wright who has over 12 years experience working as an External Funding Adviser within the public sector. During that time, Stephen has accrued extensive experience, having written and advised on grant funding bids which have secured over £32million worth of funding across the county of Cheshire from a broad range of sources, including:
- National Lottery 'Good Causes' (e.g. Big Lottery Fund, Sport England, Arts Council, Heritage Lottery Fund, Awards for All)
- Government Grants (e.g. HM Treasury, Dept. of Health, Home Office)
- Landfill Communities Fund (e.g. Waste Recycling Environmental Ltd, Biffaward, Onyx)
- Charitable Trusts and Foundations (e.g. Children In Need, Esmee Fairbairn, Tudor Trust)
- 'Miscellaneous' schemes (e.g. Church and Community Fund, V volunteering)
- Private Sector Sponsorship (e.g. Local and national companies)
- Local schemes (e.g. Grassroots Grant, Youth Opportunities Fund, Sport Relief, Local Network Fund)
- European Union programmes (a broad working knowledge)
Stephen has a particular flare for delivering training courses and seminars. Since 2004, he has designed and delivered over 150 training courses and seminars on the topic of grant funding. Sessions range from explaining how to develop exceptional grant funding applications to outlining the broad range of funding sources available. In total, over 3,000 people from more than 2,500 Cheshire-based organisations have benefited from Stephen's knowledge, practical experience and guidance in the last 6 years alone.
Stephen's professional approach, quality of advice, experience and wealth of knowledge is well respected by individuals and organisations across Cheshire. Testimonials confirm the quality of his advice and service. In a very competitive bidding environment, Stephen can help to ensure you and your organisation stands the best chance of success when applying for grant funding. Click on Our Services to find out more.