The Entrepreneurial Grant Writing Workshop Series: Taking Your Idea Over the Finish Line
The entrepreneurial landscape is filled with brilliant ideas waiting to be brought to life. However, the journey from ideation to implementation often requires more than just inspiration; it necessitates strategic planning, effective communication, and financial support. The Entrepreneurial Workshop Series: Taking Your Idea Over the Finish Line aims to empower aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge, skills, and support needed to turn their ideas into reality. Through a combination of interactive workshops, specialized coaching, and ongoing support, this program will equip participants with the tools and confidence to successfully launch their ventures and contribute to the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem. The Connection’s Institute for Innovative Practice is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of participants and the communities they serve. For the past four years we have conducted an annual four-part grant writing series sponsored by the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce. Each year participants have requested more individualized guidance in bringing their ideas to fruition, and this proposal is in response to that need.
This program is offered at no cost with the support of Middlesex United Way and Liberty Bank. Students registering at no cost must reside in Middlesex County communities, which include Chester, Clinton, Cromwell, Deep River, Durham, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Killingworth, Middlefield, Middletown, Portland, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook.
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These six (6) bi-weekly two-hour workshops will cover essential topics such as building a personal brand, crafting compelling business proposals, utilizing data for establishing needs, budgeting, securing financial support, and creating polished proposals. These sessions will be interactive, allowing participants to learn from both experts in the field and their peers.
Session 1: Building Your Personal Brand: Telling Your Story and Aligning it With Funder Mission and Goals -- Tuesday, October 8, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Session 2: Essential Elements of Business Proposals and Grant Applications -- Thursday, October 24, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Session 3: Using Data to Establish a Need: Logic Models and SMART Goals -- Tuesday, November 5, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Session 4: Building a Budget: Creating a Comprehensive Financial Plan -- Tuesday, November 19, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Session 5: The Art of the Ask: Securing Financial Support -- Thursday, December 5, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Session 6: Putting it All Together: Creating and Presenting a Polished Proposal -- Tuesday, December 17, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Technical Assistance/Coaching Sessions (6 sessions): Following each instructor-led session, participants will have the opportunity to participate in bi-weekly technical assistance/coaching sessions aimed at applying the knowledge gained during the workshops. These optional sessions will provide personalized guidance and support to help participants develop their own business plans or grant proposals.
Technical Assistance/Coaching Session # 1 -- Tuesday, October 15, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Technical Assistance/Coaching Session # 2 -- Thursday, October 31, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Technical Assistance/Coaching Session # 3 -- Tuesday, November 12, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Technical Assistance/Coaching Session # 4 -- Tuesday, November 26, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Technical Assistance/Coaching Session # 5 -- Thursday, December 12, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
Technical Assistance/Coaching Session # 6 -- Thursday, December 19, 2024 3:00--5:00 pm
