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Needs Analysis /Rational
The case for the project should to be built upon evidence of community need and conform with the strategic objectives for the local area. It should state how the project will enable the organisation to deliver against the issues it faces and may make reference to similar projects which demonstrate the ability of such projects to achieve these desired outcomes.
For more information, see the Needs Analysis/Rationale section of our wiki.
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Negotiating Price
Where the asset being acquired is owned by the private sector, price is usually based on market value. Where the asset is owned by the public sector, the community benefit of transferring the land or building to the community sector can be taken into account where the owner is a local authority, fire service or police authority. In both cases, there is scope for negotiation on the price at which an asset should change hands.
For more information see the section of our wiki.
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Cost of Works
Based on preliminary designs, cost estimates will need to inform the business plan. These should allow for contingencies, as capital works commonly run over budget. The cost of works will need to be reviewed as the project evolves, changes are made and detail added to the designs.
For more information see the Cost of Works section of our wiki.
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Business Plans
A business plan is a document that describes the business, its rationale, its objectives, its strategies and its financial forecasts. It is essential to have a realistic, working business plan to make the case for financial investment and to allow progress of related projects to be monitored against business objectives.
For more information see the Business Planning section of our website.
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Finance Strategy
A finance strategy describes financial needs, sources of support required to meet the project objectives, and plans for continued growth to enable future stability. Financial planning at this level is essential to ensure an organisation's sustainability.
For more infomation see the Finance Strategy section of our wiki.
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Grants
There are a range of non-returnable sources of finance that a project may apply for - subject to it fitting the relevant criteria. The award of these grants may stipulate conditions related to how the project is developed and the end purpose to which the funds are put, so community organisations should be mindful of the implications and consider them carefully with regard to their aims and objectives.
For more information, see the Grants section of our wiki.
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Loans
Where the ability to generate income from the asset exceeds running costs, it may be appropriate to seek loan finance. The loan is paid back over time, together with interest, over an agreed period.
For more information, see the Loans section of our wiki.
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Share Issue
Where the sole control of the asset and income generated by it is not the primary aim of the project, it may be appropriate to seek medium to long-term capital investment. This kind of investment is made in return for a share in the ownershipof the asset and sometimes an element of involvement in the operation of the project. Detailed information about community share issues can be found at: Community Shares .
For more information, see the Community Share Issues section of our wiki.
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Campaigning & Lobbying
Where support for the project needs to be built, community organisations will need to engage in activities to influence important stakeholders. These may include policy and decision makers, community leaders, the business community and social groups.
For more information, see the Campaigning and Lobbying section of our wiki.
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Demonstrating Impact
It may be necessary to demonstrate the quality of the organisation’s work and its ability to achieve desired outcomes in order to engage the support and backing of external organisations. In addition, the ability to demonstrate impact will be helpful in establishing credibility with partners. Detailed information is available from SROI UK
For more information, see the Demonstrating Impact section of our wiki.
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Governance Structures & Accountability
The project may introduce new requirements on the governing body of the organisation, such as the need for new structures, monitoring and reporting mechanisms. It may be necessary to develop the existing members of the board to support the adoption of new behaviours and practices.
For more information, see the Governance Structures and Accountability section of our wiki.
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Managerial Competence
The project may place new requirements upon the organisation - for example, the need to develop administrative systems and introduce new technologies. It might also be necessary to develop the existing people within the organisation to support the adoption of new ways of working.
For more information, see the Managerial Competance setion of our wiki.
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Securing Finance
Time will need to be invested in exploring the options and identifying suitable sources of finance that can be brought together to fund the project. There are a number of organisations and directories that can assist this process.
For more infomration, see the Securing Finance section of our wiki.
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