Project Preparation & Funding Support

Accessing development funding requires much more than a good idea. Programmes have strict rules, tight deadlines and a strong focus on quality, impact and feasibility. Through this service, LRF Advisory helps clients turn their ideas into competitive project proposals and supports them throughout the funding process.

 

We work with municipalities, public utilities, public institutions and private partners to prepare projects that are technically sound, financially realistic and aligned with the priorities of local, national and EU funding schemes.

 

 

What this service includes

 

Depending on the stage of your idea and the type of funding, our support may include:

  • identifying and refining project ideas based on local priorities and funding opportunities

  • developing project concepts, logical frameworks and result chains

  • preparing full project proposals, narratives and annexes

  • drafting budgets, financial plans and co-financing structures

  • aligning applications with specific programme guidelines and evaluation criteria

  • supporting the preparation of supporting documentation (studies, letters, permits, etc.)

We cover different types of funding: local and national calls, EU and cross-border programmes, as well as selected international financial institutions and donor initiatives.

 

 

How we work

 

Our approach is collaborative and structured. Typically, we:

  1. analyse the funding opportunity and clarify key requirements

  2. work with your team to define objectives, target groups, activities and expected results

  3. develop the project structure, timeline and budget in close coordination with finance and technical staff

  4. review and refine the full application before submission, ensuring coherence and compliance

When necessary, we can also help organise internal and external consultations, partner meetings and technical sessions needed to finalise the proposal.

 

 

What you get

 

With this service, clients usually receive:

  • a clearly structured project concept aligned with local needs and funding priorities

  • a complete, ready-to-submit application (narrative, budget and annexes)

  • a realistic implementation plan and indicative procurement and staffing assumptions

  • practical advice on how to respond to clarifications and next steps if the project is approved

In short, Project Preparation & Funding Support increases the chances that good ideas become fundable projects – and that approved projects are prepared on a solid basis for successful implementation.