A 3-Day Practical Training | In-Person or Virtual | Fully Customizable
The Business Writing: Proposal & Grant Writing Workshop is a hands-on, skill-building program designed to help participants communicate clearly, write professionally, and develop strong proposals and grant applications that support community projects and organizational goals.
This workshop focuses on real-world business writing used in First Nations organizations — including proposals, grants, reports, and professional communication — using clear language, step-by-step instruction, and practical exercises participants can immediately apply.
Who This Workshop Is For:
- First Nations staff and community members
- Band administration and program staff
- Economic Development, Employment & Training, and community organizations
- Individuals involved in proposal or grant writing
- Participants new to business writing or seeking to strengthen their skills
No prior writing or grant experience is required. The workshop is delivered in plain, accessible language and grounded in real examples.
Program Overview
Strong writing is essential for securing funding, communicating ideas clearly, and building trust with partners and funders. This workshop helps participants understand how to write with purpose, clarity, and impact in professional settings.
Participants learn how to:
- Organize ideas clearly
- Write for different audiences
- Align proposals with funding goals
- Communicate community needs effectively
- Build credibility through strong, professional writing
The focus is on practical skill development, not academic writing.
What Participants Will Learn:
Throughout this 3-day workshop, participants explore-
Foundations of Business Writing
- Understanding the fundamentals of business writing
- Writing clearly, professionally, and with purpose
- Communicating effectively in professional settings
- Building trust through written communication
Proposals & Strategic Writing
- Defining clear goals and objectives
- Identifying opportunities for funding and projects
- Structuring effective proposals
- Tailoring proposals to objectives and funding priorities
- Writing with clarity and impact
Grant Writing & Funding Readiness
- Identifying funding sources
- Understanding eligibility for grants
- Key components of successful grant applications
- Tips and strategies for grant writing success
- Conducting community needs assessments
- Ensuring financial stability in proposal development
Professional Presentation & Design
- Strategies for document design
- Making proposals easy to read and understand
- Presenting information clearly and professionally
Typical Program Structure (3 Days)
While fully customizable, the Business Writing workshop is commonly delivered as a 3-day program, with each day building on the last.
Day 1 – Business Writing Foundations
- Understanding business writing fundamentals
- Defining goals and objectives
- Writing for clarity and purpose
Day 2 – Proposals & Grant Writing
- Proposal structure and key components
- Identifying funding sources and eligibility
- Tailoring proposals to funder requirements
Day 3 – Strengthening Applications & Building Trust
- Community needs assessments
- Financial considerations in proposals
- Writing with impact and professionalism
- Document design and presentation strategies
Fully Customizable to Community Needs:
Although designed as a 3-day workshop, this program is fully flexible. Communities can customize:
- Program length and pacing
- Focus areas (business writing, proposals, grants, or all three)
- Participant roles (staff, leadership, program teams)
- In-person or virtual delivery
The content can be tailored to reflect specific funding streams, community priorities, and organizational goals.
F
irst Nations–Focused & Practical:
This workshop is delivered with an understanding of the unique realities First Nations organizations face, including:
- Limited capacity and high workloads
- Competitive funding environments
- The importance of clearly communicating community needs
- Building trust with funders and partners
The approach is:
- Respectful and non-judgmental
- Practical and hands-on
- Focused on clarity, not jargon
- Designed to build confidence and capacity
Why Communities Bring This Workshop In:
Communities choose this workshop because it:
- Builds internal capacity for proposal and grant writing
- Improves clarity and professionalism in communication
- Strengthens funding applications
- Reduces reliance on external consultants
- Supports long-term organizational sustainability
Why Funders Support This Program:
Funders value this workshop because it:
- Strengthens community capacity
- Supports accountability and financial planning
- Improves quality of funding applications
- Encourages sustainable project development
- Aligns with governance, economic development, and capacity-building priorities
Outcomes Participants Can Expect:
After completing the workshop, participants often leave with:
- Greater confidence in business writing
- Clear understanding of proposal and grant structure
- Improved ability to identify funding opportunities
- Stronger, more focused written communication
- Practical tools they can reuse in future applications
Bring Business Writing to Your Community:
If your organization is looking for a practical, First Nations–focused business writing workshop, Business Writing: Proposal & Grant Writing provides the tools and confidence needed to communicate effectively and secure funding.
