Writing project applications for external funding

Public funding programs such as EU 7th Framework, and the Danish EUDP, PSO and Advanced Technology Fund programs offer the opportunity to build up strong partnerships, gain unique knowledge and to gain access to funding.

The criteria for success have, however, increased signicantly. It is not sufficient to have an excellent technology or idea. For instance, business plans, IPR strategies and execution plans are vital for a favorable evaluation.

1st Mile is specialised in writing such applications and have in 2008-9 raised more then DKK50m (USD10m) in funding for projects with a total volume in excess of DKK100m.

1st Mile works with the client to determine which program the project would fit. 
After meetings and workshops with the client, 1st Mile writes a draft application with a budget optimized for the client.
In an iterative process with the client, 1st Mile completes the application.
In general 1st Mile takes on the writing of a project proposal only if 1st Mile is confident the project has the quality to be successfully evaluated. To underscore this, 1st Mile takes part of its compensation as a success fee only payable if the project receives funding.