Grant Management for Small Charities

Small charities can manage grants confidently by keeping processes simple and evidence organised.

• Use a lightweight system like Plinth.
• Communicate early about risks or delays.
• Save documents and receipts in one place.

Applying with confidence

Focus on fit and clarity over volume of bids.

• Read criteria closely and tailor answers.
• Share concise budgets and realistic timelines.
• Provide brief examples of previous results.

Key takeaway: quality applications save time for everyone.

Managing the grant day‑to‑day

Stay on top of milestones and reporting.

• Calendar reminders and short progress notes.
• Keep spend records tidy for claims.
• Ask for support when circumstances change.

Key takeaway: proactive updates build trust with funders.

Telling your story

Share outcomes in plain English with photos or quotes.

• What changed for people? What did you learn?
• Which activities made the biggest difference?
• What will you do next?

Key takeaway: simple stories strengthen future bids.

FAQs

Do we need impact frameworks?

Keep it simple—agree a few outcomes and examples.

Can we submit offline?

Use assisted routes where available; Plinth supports mobile access.

How do we reduce admin?

Reuse information and keep documents in one place.