grant application review
You've written your draft. Now find out if it's actually saying what assessors need to hear.
You've put in the work. But grant applications aren't just about having a great project - they're about making the case for it clearly enough that an assessor can defend funding it.
Send me your draft and I'll record a detailed Loom video walking through your entire application - what's working, what isn't, and exactly what to strengthen before you submit. Honest, specific feedback from someone who's sat on assessment panels and run grant rounds at state level.
No vague encouragement. No "maybe try to strengthen this section." Just the kind of feedback that usually only comes from being in the room.
WHAT YOU'LL GET
→ A recorded video walking through your complete application with section-by-section feedback on your argument, evidence, budget, and how your application reads to an assessor.
(what I see, what flags, what's missing, what's strong)
→ Consolidated written notes you can action immediately before you submit.
→ Delivered within 5 business days. Rewatch it as many times as you need while you revise.
Your deadline should be at least 7 days away, and you should have a complete or near-complete draft.
This is the same application feedback I provide in Power Hour sessions - just without the live coaching call. You get diagnostic insight from someone who's assessed grants across state programs, councils, and international funds.
who is this for?
Mid Career Artists who:
Already know how to write grants
Have applied multiple times
Keep getting rejected and don't know why
Want assessor eyes on their draft before the panel sees it
LIMITED OFFER: 12 SPOTS AVAILABLE THROUGH MAY
I don't normally offer application reviews as a standalone service - they're part of Power Hour sessions. But with Create NSW, Regional Arts Fund, North Sydney, and Western Sydney all open simultaneously, I've carved out limited capacity through end of May.
Once the 12 spots are filled, this offer closes.
Current grant rounds closing soon: RAF: 30 April | North Sydney: 30 April | Western Sydney: 28 April | Create NSW: 25 May
choose your review
small grants
$242
For applications requesting up to $20k
mid-tier grants
$385
For applications requesting $20-100k
Availability and FAQ
How many spots are available?
I have limited availability for this offer through to the end of May.
12 spots are available, once capacity is reached this offer will close.
Do you get the same content in each review level?
Yes! You get a Loom video walkthrough and consolidated notes with each review level. The extra cost reflects the complexity and stakes of the application.
If you're applying for a grant of $20k or more, select the ‘upgrade’ option at checkout.
What do I need to send?
You'll want to have a finished or nearly finished draft to get the most benefit. After purchase you'll receive instructions to send your draft application, funding ask, attachments (budget, project plan and supporting docs), and a link to the funding round.
How does the timing work?
You'll need to send me your application at least 7 days before the grant due date in order to receive the feedback in time to make changes.
If you are really pushed for time, please email me and I'll see what I can do: [email protected]
Real feedback from real artists
"Working with Cat on my grant application was an absolute game changer. Not only was my application successful, but I also grew enormously through the process."
JADE
"Cat was amazing, without her help I don't think I would have received the funding. I actually got it — and it's really competitive."
Jewelz
"I received the outcome and I got it. I received the full amount I requested. I can't believe it."
Imogen
What happens next?
After payment you'll receive a confirmation email with instructions to send your draft application, link to the funding round landing page, and funding deadline to [email protected]. Your 5 day business turnaround begins once I receive your files.
I review your application against the program guidelines, assessment criteria and funding priorities and create your detailed feedback report via Loom video and consolidated notes.
Within 5 business days I'll email back your feedback report and video link.
Submit with confidence