Struggling with grant applications? Feeling overwhelmed by AI? Don’t worry—you’re not alone! Join Blue O'Connor from LSE for a relaxed and supportive lunchtime workshop on 22nd January. You’ll discover how AI tools can simplify your grant application process, saving you time, reducing stress, and boosting your chances of success.
What you'll learn:
In this hands-on session, Blue will guide you through real-life examples of how AI tools can help you:
✅ Find the right grants quickly
Discover how tools like ChatGPT can help you identify the most relevant grants in a fraction of the time you’d spend searching manually.
✅ Write compelling applications
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Why attend?
We understand that AI can feel daunting if you're unsure where to start, and writing grant applications might feel overwhelming. That’s why this session is designed to:
- Build your confidence in using AI tools effectively.
- Simplify the process of grant hunting and writing so you can focus on what truly matters.
- Provide step-by-step, actionable techniques to save time and maximize your success rate.
Whether you're a total beginner with AI or someone who’s struggled with grant applications in the past, you’ll leave this session with practical tools, tips, and confidence to get started immediately.
Who is this session for?
This workshop is perfect for:
- Anyone who finds writing grant applications daunting or time-consuming.
- Individuals or organizations eager to simplify the grant process and achieve more in less time.
- Curious minds interested in getting started with AI tools but unsure where to begin.
Take the leap!
This isn’t a formal, high-pressured session—it’s a friendly, welcoming space where you can learn how to save time, reduce stress, and unlock exciting funding opportunities with ease.
Reserve your spot now and join us on this journey towards grant success!
About Blue O’Connor
Blue O’Connor wears many hats, each bringing valuable insight into this workshop. Alongside his work at the London School of Economics, Blue is the Fractional Head of Development at Talk Club, a mental fitness community dedicated to supporting well-being. As a passionate entrepreneur, Blue also serves as the co-founder of several successful ventures, where he has firsthand experience navigating funding challenges and harnessing tools like AI to streamline processes and achieve results.
Blue’s approachable teaching style and dedication to empowering others make him the perfect guide to help you tackle intimidating tasks—like grant writing—and make them manageable and even enjoyable.
Provided to you free of charge, this workshop is funded by Wiltshire Council and the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and is being delivered by the by Wiltshire Council and the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and is being delivered by the University of Bath, techSPARK and the Future Smiths.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is part of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and places, supporting local business, people and skills. You can read more about the The UK Shared Prosperity Fund on the Gov.UK website