Making Impact - Fund It. Build It. Change Something.

Series 2
Written By Rocelyn Fandino

In this episode, host Kerryn Powell is joined by Liz Fleming — a highly regarded Grants Coach, Funding Strategist, and Chartered Accountant with 15+ years of experience in corporate finance and government funding. As the founder of The Grants Club, Liz helps businesses, entrepreneurs, and community leaders unlock grants and funding to fuel innovation, growth, and meaningful impact.

Together, they explore what it really takes to stand out in grant applications, secure funding, and create lasting change — from being grant-ready and building partnerships, to shifting the money mindset and developing a strong funding strategy.

This isn’t just a conversation about grants. It’s a deep dive into the practical tips and strategic insights you need to write successful grant applications and bring your vision to life — especially when you're driven by purpose.

💡 Key Topics Covered

  • Why making an impact requires more than passion — it requires strategy and planning.

  • The mindset blocks around applying for grants and asking for funding.

  • How to stand out to funders and increase your chances of success.

  • A real-world grant success story from a regional business.

  • The importance of partnerships, preparation, and timing in funding.

  • Why storytelling and clarity matter in grant writing.

  • What to do if you're rejected — and how to refine and reapply.

  • How visibility and communication can attract funding opportunities.

📌 Key Learnings & Takeaways

  • Be Clear on Your Vision: Funders want to see what you’re trying to achieve, who you’re impacting, and how you’ll deliver results.

  • Mindset Matters: Fear of rejection or discomfort around asking for money stops many — shifting this mindset is the first step.

  • Being Grant-Ready Takes Preparation: Do the groundwork early — project outlines, quotes, and documents make applications stronger.

  • Relationships Are Assets: Funders value collaboration — partnerships strengthen your application and future-proof success.

  • Start Talking About Your Projects: Visibility creates opportunities. Share your vision before the funding opens.

  • Storytelling Counts: A successful grant application is more than numbers — it’s a compelling narrative of value, impact, and alignment.

  • Persistence Pays Off: A rejection is not the end. Learn, refine, and apply again — long-term success comes from persistence.


🌐 Connect with Liz Fleming

Want to connect or start having better conversations?

💬 Stay in touch or Contact our host Kerryn Powell to learn how Kerryn works with individuals, teams and groups who want to connect and create impact through better conversations

🎧 If this episode sparked an idea or inspired you, share it with someone who's got a purpose-driven project waiting to be brought to life.

💬 And remember: “Nothing is more expensive than a missed opportunity.”

Rocelyn Fandino
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