Bid Writing and Fundraising Strategies
Writing the case for support, developing strong narrative and securing public and strategic support for projects. We have detailed knowledge of funding including National Lottery Heritage Fund, Communities Fund, Arts Council England, Government and regional regeneration, trusts and foundations. We have a strong track record of securing capital and revenue funding for a wide range of projects over many years.
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Resorting to the Coast – Tendring Coastal Towns
Working with Essex County Council and many local partners we developed the ‘Resorting to the Coast’ stage 2 HLF application which included writing a comprehensive interpretation strategy about the undiscovered / under-interpreted heritage of the seaside towns in Tendring. The heritage of the seaside and resort growth needs to be better understood by strategic partners…
Essex Network of Artists Studios (ENAS)
The Cultural Engine worked with the Essex Network of Artist Studios and Essex County Council to put together an action and funding plan, working with key players to further develop the collaborative concept of studios working together for mutual benefit, sharing best practice and supporting local creative economies.
Uttlesford District – Culture, Heritage and Local Economic Development
Cultural Engine have worked with Uttlesford District Council and many local organisations, creatives and heritage groups since 2021 – supportinig cultural and heritage development as well as supporting projects and initiatives relating to the local economy (including tourism). In 2021 we published a report on the creative and heritage sectors in the district to support…