{"alias":"contentPage","byline":null,"standfirst":null,"content":{"layouts":[{"type":"singleColumn","areas":[{"items":[{"gridType":"RichTextBlock","content":"\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW107822320 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cdiv class=\u0022OutlineElement Ltr SCXW264253605 BCX8\u0022\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW264253605 BCX8\u0022\u003EFinding funding for your Scout group can feel like a big task. However, with a clear plan, a strong story and a little preparation, the process becomes much more manageable.\u0026nbsp;\u003C/p\u003E\n\u003Cp class=\u0022Paragraph SCXW264253605 BCX8\u0022\u003EAt the heart of every successful funding application is a clear and compelling story. 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