<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Community Grant Writing Consultancy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Empowering Arts Through Grant Writing]]></description><link>https://www.grantreadyconsultancy.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 30 May 2026 04:09:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.grantreadyconsultancy.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[To create successful applications]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do Your Research Before Applying for a Grant Applying for a grant can feel exciting, especially when you have a brilliant idea you want to bring to life. But one of the most important things you can do before filling in an application is take the time to do your research. Funders want to know that your project is needed, that people are interested, and that you have thought carefully about how it will work. The good news is that this does not have to feel overwhelming. A few simple steps can...]]></description><link>https://www.grantreadyconsultancy.com/post/to-create-successful-applications</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d7e80ed385920340e93b9f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:03:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/69ed4a_7f487df3664f44e099ce878b3a418218~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_575,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dionne855</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What a CIC Is and How to Set One Up in the UK]]></title><description><![CDATA[A  CIC , or  Community Interest Company , is a special type of limited company in the UK designed for businesses that want to use their profits and assets for the public good. It is often chosen by social enterprises, community projects, and purpose-led founders who want the flexibility of a company structure while showing a clear commitment to social impact. What makes a CIC different from a standard limited company is the  community interest test  and the  asset lock . The community...]]></description><link>https://www.grantreadyconsultancy.com/post/what-a-cic-is-and-how-to-set-one-up-in-the-uk</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d7b81c4e4fe2e3f72a4638</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:37:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/69ed4a_0e95216c579a439ab4f8ee34d205f39b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>dionne855</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>