About this event
Many of you requested support with income generation in the 2024 learning needs survey.
This session is an opportunity to explore fundraising opportunities outside of your core Healthwatch contract and to delve deeper into income generation. It is for people with more income generation experience than the ‘Bidding Basics’ session.
It will help you identify how to find new income generation opportunities and make the right bid decisions for your Healthwatch. You will explore how to break into new markets and work in partnership to develop your future sustainability.
Type of event
This is in interactive session with active participation. It will include presentations, information sharing and interactive activities. You will get the most out of the session by joining in with your camera on.
Who is this event for?
Healthwatch managers and board members who are responsible for bid writing and income generation and have previous experience in securing income.
What you will learn?
By taking part in this training, you will:
· Understand the changes in the Procurement Act 2023 and how to use these to your advantage
· explore how to find fundraising opportunities for your Healthwatch
· consider how to decide whether to bid for an opportunity
· understand how to break into new markets
· think through working in partnership and consortium bids
· be able to ask questions and receive support from the experienced trainer and your peers
Who is running this event?
Lisa Johnston is the founder and director of Bid Buddy. She has held senior fundraising and business development roles for four national charities and has supported hundreds of smaller charities and social enterprises. With over 20 years’ experience in the voluntary and community sector, health consultancy and public engagement she has raised over £150 million in statutory and contract income. She is APMP (Association of Proposal Management Professionals) certified and a Senior Fundraising Fellow with Arts Fundraising and Philanthropy.