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Webinar attendee Sue asked: If a grantor does not specify when multi-year …
During our last webinar, Sue asked: If a grantor does not specify when multi-year funds may be used, can we arbitrarily estimate – for instance, scheduling use all for the first year?
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It is a tricky situation, and the answer is probably a definite maybe. If the grantor is silent, you need a reasonable spending schedule that aligns with the programme’s objectives and the terms of the grant. Using everything in year one could raise questions about planning and sustainability. I would suggest creating a budget timeline and seeking the grantor’s approval, even if the original guidance was unclear. A quick conversation to confirm the plan is usually easier than explaining the spending decisions later.
