
How Do You Create a Great Form?
Advice, Getting Started, Online Submissions
An application that’s too long, too boring and too demanding can make even the most ambitious candidate snooze.
A student applying for university, a small organisation applying for a grant, or a citizen applying for a civil licence—it…

6 Questions To Ask When Choosing An Incubator Programme
Advice, Incubators
The focus of an incubator is to replicate the kind of real-world business support that stretches way beyond what you might learn in business school. There are no exam questions or theory projects.
What Is an Incubator?
An incubator…

5 Signs Your Grant Management Process Is Broken (And How To Fix it)
Advice, Grant Management Category
Grantmaking is a ‘learn on the fly’ endeavour, and unless you’ve been doing it for decades, you likely rely on trial and error methods to get the work done.
But building the grant is only half the battle. When the applications roll…

How To Create A Culture Of Innovation: 8 Fundamental Steps
Advice, Innovation
Every company wants an innovative culture.
But beyond the title what does an innovative culture actually look like in real life? To answer that, we need to look at what company culture really means.
“Company culture” has become…

3 Steps to Minimising Bias in your Grantmaking Program
Advice, Grant Management Category
Our own life experiences impact how we view the world.
If you’re a grantmaker or in charge of dedicating funds to programmes, consider what that means for your selection process. When the applications are underway and the reviewing process…

6 Fundamental Tips For Rapid-Response Grantmaking
Advice, Grant Management Category
With so many communities around the world currently facing urgent needs, more grantmakers are adding rapid-response practices to their list of priorities.
The grant management process is a complex one. It’s multi-layered, multi-phased…

9 Tips For Hosting A Virtual Awards Ceremony During COVID-19
Advice, Awards Management
The sheer thought of hosting an awards ceremony in our current climate might make a few people run for cover, but in true Submit spirit, this is all about re-evaluating, rethinking and adapting.
Virtual events have been popular since way…


These 7 Grant Management Mistakes Will Cost You Big Time
Advice, Grant Management Category
The common goal of any funder is that organisations awarded with the grant do what they proposed, within the required budget, and generate some positive press in return.
And while the world of philanthropy doesn’t always go according to…

Benefits Of The Innovation Portal
Advice, Innovation
As technology changes and accelerates at an even faster pace around the world, there will always be new elements that have to be shown with examples of how they work and can be implemented.
How to protect against similar outcomes in the…

Should Small Companies Care About CSR ? An Honest Answer
Advice, CSR, Philanthropy
When you think of CSR, do you automatically think of huge enterprises like McDonald’s, Microsoft, Disney or LEGO?
Sustainable business practices are being pursued and promoted by businesses of all sizes—even the itty bitty tiny…

Here’s How To Streamline All 3 Phases Of The Grant Cycle
Advice, Grant Management Category
When it comes to philanthropy, funders have almost as much administrative work as the actual grantmaking itself.
And while you can’t remove any aspects of the planning, implementation and management process, you can certainly streamline…

The 3 Types Of Innovation Every Business Needs To Know
Advice, Innovation
Innovation has become such a buzzword in recent years that it’s hard to remember what it actually means.
Companies often declare ‘we need to start innovating!’ or more commonly, ‘we are an innovative company’—but what does that…

Calling All Startups! Top 10 Incubator & Accelerator Programmes In Ireland
Accelerators, Incubators, Innovation, News
Ireland has some of the best incubator and accelerator programmes in Europe, but before you consider applying for one, it’s important to know the difference between the two:
Incubators
Incubators are generally for new companies.…

The Current Impact And Future Of Incubators And Accelerators
Accelerators, Incubators, Innovation
A lot has been written about the social and economic fallout from the events of this year, and the same is true for the output and plans for most businesses worldwide. With the pandemic pushing back countless deadlines, plans and projects,…

Video Application Questions; Making Them The Right Way!
Advice
In terms of an application process, the subject of ‘video questions’ is one that can be so useful in terms of timing and planning. How to do it in the right way in terms of engagement and how to get the attention of potential employers…

Security: More Data Than Ever Imaginable Is Now Online. How Do We Safeguard It?
Advice, Security
It was inevitable that businesses and corporations alike would digitise and move their respective content online, in the last two decades particularly. However, the rate at which this then occurred was unprecedented, and they were joined by…

8 Fundamental Steps To Running A High-Converting Online Contest
Advice, Competition
Like any other marketing campaign, it’s all about strategy.
So before you can start building your contest and getting it out into the world, you need to break down each step of the process, from ideation all the way to the post-contest…

7 Ways Submit Can Help You Build A Better Collaborative Review
Advice, Online Submissions
If your business has to make any decision in a team, that’s a collaborative review.
But the more people involved in a review, the longer the process, right?
Not necessarily. Building a collaborative review doesn’t need to add more…



Integrating ESG Principles into Corporate Social Responsibility Strategies
Advice
In today's business landscape, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles have become integral to corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategies. Companies worldwide are recognizing the importance of aligning their operations…

6 Ways to Integrate CSR into Your Business Model
Advice
What is Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)?
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is the practice where businesses, regardless of size, utilize their resources to make a positive impact on the world. While CSR is often associated with…

Best Practices for Rapid-Response Grantmaking
Advice, Govtech, Grant Management Category
In the current world climate, where communities are facing urgent needs, rapid-response grantmaking has become increasingly important. Traditional grant management processes are often complex and multi-layered, but the current pandemic has…

Benefits of Using an Online Grant Management System
Advice
Have you ever found yourself buried under piles of grant applications, drowning in administrative tasks, and struggling to keep track of funding details? The solution lies in embracing the efficiency and convenience of an online grant management…

Revolutionizing Awards Management: Legoland Malaysia’s Success Story
Advice
In a world where engaging children in meaningful educational activities is paramount, Legoland Malaysia Resort has pioneered an innovative approach, leveraging technology to foster creativity and learning. Their annual Legoland School Challenge…

Key Indicators of a Successful Incubator Program for Early-Stage Startups
Advice
In the dynamic world of entrepreneurship, incubator programs play a pivotal role in nurturing and accelerating the growth of early-stage startups. Identifying a successful incubator program amidst the plethora of options available can be a…

Empowering Low-Literacy Applicants with Accessibility Features
Advice
Philanthropic efforts are meant to help those in need, and it is important to ensure that the intended beneficiaries can access and benefit from them. Low literacy levels can be a barrier to accessing philanthropic efforts, but there are ways…

Exploring Open vs Closed Innovation for Your Business Growth
Advice
The landscape of innovation has evolved, presenting an extraordinary era for businesses to embrace digital transformation with an accelerating demand for creativity. However, for early-stage startups or those venturing into innovation possibilities,…


The Flexible Funding Dilemma
Advice
Flexible funding has emerged as a cornerstone principle in the realm of trust-based philanthropy, offering non-profit organizations the latitude to address pressing issues with long-term, unrestricted financial support. The COVID-19 pandemic…

Navigating the Dynamics of Philanthropy: How Trends Shape Strategies and Priorities
Advice
In the dynamic landscape of philanthropy, staying ahead of the curve is not just a choice, but a necessity. Trends in philanthropy wield significant influence over the strategies and priorities of charitable organizations, making it imperative…

Revolutionize Your Workflow
Advice
In the fast-paced world of business and project management, the need for efficient and streamlined workflows has never been more crucial. With the advent of digital technology, companies are turning to advanced tools to simplify processes,…

Analyzing Grantmaking Data
Advice
Leveraging Data for Impactful Philanthropy: A Guide for Philanthropic Foundations
In the dynamic landscape of philanthropy, the ability to make a meaningful impact is crucial. Philanthropic organizations can harness the power of data to…

Reports and Statistics made Easy with Submit.com
Advice
The team at Submit.com provides a comprehensive reporting and statistics generation functionality for its application platform. This feature is designed to be simple to use, allowing users to generate meaningful reports using powerful analytics…