# Writing Better Fundraising Applications: A Practical Guide

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/books/writing-better-fundraising-applications-a-practical-guide/
- Published: 2010-06-26T21:54:00+01:00
- Author: Howard Lake

This updated edition brings to fundraisers’ attention the changes in what funders
are looking for and developments in the application process**. It makes fundraisers
aware of common mistakes and how to avoid them, illustrating this using worked examples.**

This title is considered the standard and best book on the subject. It includes:

 * a section on outcome funding;
 * online applications;
 * top tips from successful fundraisers;
 * new case studies;
 * and, examples of funders’ guidelines for the ‘ideal’ letter.

## Reviews

“The best book I’ve read on fundraising applications. Indispensable.”
**Rebecca 
Bentham,** Fundraiser, Liverpool Cathedral

“A useful book even for the seasoned proposal writer, with lots of tips and reminders
that will serve to make your fundraising application even better, and maybe even
more likely to be successful.”
**Interlink Foundation**

The book is available [from the publisher only in digital download format](https://www.dsc.org.uk/publication/writing-better-fundraising-applications/).