Grant Writing Services in East Sussex
Securing funding is one of the biggest challenges facing charities, community organisations and cultural institutions in East Sussex today. Whether you're applying to the National Archives, Arts Council England, a county archive trust, or a charitable foundation, a well-crafted application can make the difference between a project happening or not. We offer specialist grant writing support for archives, museums, heritage organisations, arts charities, CICs and community groups — helping you present your work compellingly and submit applications that stand out.
Why Work With The Loop?
Grant funders receive hundreds of applications. What makes yours stand out isn't just a good idea — it's how clearly and compellingly it's presented. We understand what funders look for, how to structure your case for support, and how to align your project's outcomes with funder priorities.
We bring local knowledge of East Sussex's funding landscape alongside experience across charities, arts, health, education, environment and community development sectors.
Our grant writing is led by Susanne Currid, with 7 years' experience in heritage and arts funding across the South East.
What We Do
We work with you from initial funder research through to final submission. This includes assessing whether your project is a strong fit for a particular fund, gathering the evidence and organisational information needed, drafting the application, shaping your budget narrative, and refining the final submission together.
We work with organisations across East Sussex — including Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, Bexhill, Rye, Seaford and the wider South East.
For an overview of our services and fees, please get in touch to find out more.
Credentials
Grant and fundraising bids successfully secured £625,000
TT Heritage Action Zone Board Member supporting £2.3M fundraising bid to Historic England
Developed Theory of Change which supported a win of £30k media package from British Journal of Photography for CIC
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime. If you’re feeling ready, let’s talk further.
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Grant writing is the process of applying for funding from trusts, foundations, government bodies or lottery distributors. A well-crafted grant application clearly explains your project, its outcomes, and why your organisation is best placed to deliver it.
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Costs vary depending on the complexity and size of the application. The Loop offers competitive fees and is happy to provide a free initial consultation to discuss your needs. Our fees start from £350 for a grant review and from £700 for up to a £10k grant application. Mid-range bids (£10k–£50k) start from £1,200, and larger or complex bids from £2,500. We always confirm fees after a free initial scoping call.
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We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.
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Yes. We have extensive experience supporting charities, CICs, voluntary organisations and community groups across East Sussex to access grants from a wide range of funders.
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Absolutely. We can review previous unsuccessful applications, identify what may have been missing, and help you reapply with a stronger case.