Indigenous Financial Capacity : Proposal & Grant Writing

Learn how to secure funding for your projects through effective proposal and grant writing at our Indigenous Financial Capacity Series!Indigenous Financial Capacity Conference: Proposal & Grant WritingDate: July 7th & 8th, 2026Registration is now open for our Indigenous Financial Capacity: Proposal & Grant Writing held at the Courtyard by Marriott Calgary Airport in Calgary, Alberta.This conference is designed for program and department directors, managers, andstaff, as well as finance leaders and their teams. It brings together those responsible forplanning, budgeting, and delivering programs, ensuring a more coordinated andeffective approach to proposal and grant development In many organizations,proposal writing responsibilities are concentrated with a single individual. This cancreate pressure on internal teams and limit long-term sustainability. The purpose of thisconference is to strengthen internal capacity within First Nations, Tribal Councils, andnot-for-profit organizations by building the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed todevelop strong proposals in-house.Key Takeaways:. How to identify and position real needs. How to build proposals that actually make sense. How to align governance, administration, interagency collaboration, and funding. What funders are really looking for ("The Secret Code"). How to build strong work plans and budgets. How to implement and monitor your proposal project. How to report on your proposal (during and after completion of the project). Panel discussions: best practices and real examplesYou'll learn a repeatable way to structure proposals, workplans, and budgets so you're notguessing what to include or how to position it. Instead of rushing to meet deadlines, you'llknow how to build proposals that are aligned from the start and make sense to funders.You will also learn a repeatable way to implement, monitor, and report on projects if andwhen your proposals are successful.Location:Courtyard by Marriott Calgary Airport2500 48 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T3J 4V8Hotel Booking‍The date for the hotel block has passed. We’ve listed nearby hotel options with current availability below. We recommend booking early.Nearby Hotel Options:Best Western Premier Freeport‍Hampton Inn‍Holiday Inn Express‍Sandman Hotel‍Best Western Port O Call‍Country Inn & Suites‍Hotel CliqueNotice: Morris Interactive takes photos and records this event. By registering, you give Morris Interactive permission to use any images taken during the conference in which you appear.