FUIB and «Live towards» launch the second block of «Financial practicum» for veterans — «How to write a grant application»

To support veteran businesses, the platform "Live Towards" from FUIB Bank is launching a new module of the "Financial Workshop" — "How to Write a Grant Application for a Veteran Business", starting on October 14 under the guidance of expert Liya Kotyash.

For the first course of the "Fundamentals of Financial Literacy" program with lecturer Yelena Shepel, 74 applications were submitted, from which 10 participants were selected.

“Lena Shepel is a truly great trainer. She knows how to explain complex things in a simple way, and you can gain real insights from her. I always strive to improve, and after the course, I clearly see what I want to work on next. Thank you!” — shared a veteran, participant of the "Fundamentals of Financial Literacy" course.

Both participants of the previous course and newcomers can apply for the new program on equal competitive terms.

Why it matters

Grants are one of the most effective tools for launching and developing a veteran-owned business. However, a well-prepared application is the first and critically important step — and one where many promising projects are often eliminated. This is exactly what the new module of the workshop will focus on.

What we’ll cover in the course:

• what a grant is and how to determine if a program suits your business;
• how to formulate a business idea so that donors understand and support it;
• how to create a simple yet convincing business plan and budget;
• how to apply and successfully present your project.

About the lecturer

Liya Kotyash — head of the educational and grant program "Live Towards", director of the "Redut" Charitable Foundation (founded by veteran entrepreneurs), and an expert in veteran entrepreneurship. Since 2017, she has been implementing veteran business support programs, providing strategic advice, and organizing forums and training events where veterans gain the knowledge, resources, and support needed to launch their own businesses.

Format and schedule

• Format: online (Zoom), in groups of up to 10 people
• 4 classes: 14.10, 22.10, 28.10, 04.11;
• Telegram chat with the lecturer for continuous communication
• Homework after each class
• Named certificate upon completion

📌 Applications accepted until October 12

How to participate

To join, simply fill out a short application form.

Important:

• Answer the motivational question: Why do you need this workshop?
• Preference will be given to those whose motivation aligns with the theme of the course
• If you’ve already participated in Hub lectures — this is also an advantage!

The selection process will begin on October 7 and continue until October 12.

Based on the applications, the first 10 participants will be selected according to the following criteria: motivation, technical readiness, and previous experience with the Inclusive Financial Hub project. Veterans will also receive additional points in the evaluation.

All applicants will receive a written response from the project by October 13, explaining the criteria they met or did not meet for acceptance into the course.

"Financial Workshop is more than just training. It’s a space where knowledge turns into action and ideas become successful projects. We created it to support those who return — and strive not only to adapt, but to grow," — notes the Live Towards team.